RETINOIDS: A MUST HAVE IN YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE
Topical retinoids are still considered as the gold standard of ingredients for antiageing. It is one of the superheroes of the skin with the ability to repair skin damage, help treat acne, improve skin texture and reduce pigmentation. They are Vitamin A derivatives including Retinol, Tretinoin, Retinly Ester, and Isotretinoin which vary in strength. What […]
MASKNE EXPLAINED
Since the outbreak of the Coronavirus, wearing face masks has unfortunately become the new normal. This has lead to the surge of skin problems like “cheilitis”, “perioral dermatitis, folliculitis, and acne mechanica. Acne mechanica, more commonly known as ‘maskne’, refers to the breakout of the skin from the wearing of face masks. The pimples and […]
YOUR PIGMENTATION POWER LIST – THE MOVES THAT MATTER
Hyperpigmentation is one of the biggest concerns for many of my customers, reasonably so as it can really be the biggest stealer of radiance. Before we begin it is important to understand that hyperpigmentation is not a diagnosis, it is a general term that covers a number of different complaints, but the top two causes […]
A GUIDE TO FACIAL CLEANSERS
When it comes to skincare routines for any skin type or concern, cleansing your face is the first and most basic step. Although cleansing itself is pretty straightforward, deciding which cleanser is best for you can be confusing. Firstly all cleansers must be gentle, cleanse thoroughly without drying skin, not feel greasy or tacky after […]
WHEN YOU SHOULD START YOUR SKINCARE REGIMEN
Your skin is one of the largest organs your body has, and it works hard every day to protect our bodies from harmful elements. Taking care of your skin and developing a skin care routine is important, because it can help this organ do its job better and longer. Healthy glowing skin is attractive, and […]
FACE SERUMS: WHY YOU SHOULD USE ONE
Face serums are highly concentrated formulations designed to address specific skin concerns. I know you wish all these ingredients could fit in your nighttime or daytime moisturizers, but hey there simply isn’t room to fit in all these.serums are packed with beneficial ingredients such as antioxidants, skin-renewing and restoring ingredients. They are usually easily added […]
SPRING CLEAN YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE
A study found that while the average woman owns 40 cosmetics products, she only uses 5 of them on any given day, the rest we have either used once, never used, or have no intentions of ever using, yet the taught of getting rid of them is daunting considering how much money you have spent […]
OVERCOME YOUR BIGGEST ACNE FEARS
Having acne can be a nightmare and many people around the world suffer from it, it is one of the most prevalent skin diseases worldwide. There are many different reasons why people think they have acne, but the truth is, it’s all hormonal!Often, as women, we find that flare ups occur during pregnancy, high-stress periods, […]
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT USING FACE MASKS
WHAT IS MASKING? Masking is basically applying face masks that resonate with your skin type and are intended to help you with a specific skin concern. Multi-masking involves using more than one type of face mask on your skin at the same time. The true beauty of multi-masking is that it lets you customize a […]
SKINCARE MISTAKES TO AVOID
An effective skincare routine doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, it’s probably best to make any skincare routine simple. This ensures that you’re more likely to stick to it, and that’s good news for your skin. Not only will a simple skincare routine help your skin look its best, but also it will keep […]