Posts by sacsons
24
Oct
Using a serum instead of a moisturiser is generally not recommended, especially considering varying skin types and environmental factor...
28
Jul
What products should everyone have in their skincare routine?
A basic skincare routine can be tailored to suit individual skin types and concerns, but some essential products that most people can b...
28
Jul
Should l first apply moisturiser or sunscreen?
When it comes to skincare, the consensus is to apply moisturiser before sunscreen. Starting with moisturiser is crucial as it hydrates ...
28
Jul
What To Do When Moisturising Isn’t Enough?
When your moisturiSer falls short and leaves your skin feeling parched, fear not! There are several steps you can take to give your ski...
27
Jul
Should l Use A Sleep Face Mask?
Using a night mask can be a great addition to your skincare routine, especially when you need an extra boost of hydration or targeted t...
27
Jul
How does Hyaluronic acid work in dry and humid weather?
Hyaluronic Acid in Humid Environments
Hyaluronic Acid is like a hydration magnet. It is a humectant, which means it attracts and binds...
27
Jul
The difference between cleansing balm and water based cleansers
The difference between a cleansing balm and a water-based cleanser! Picture this: You're in a skincare showdown all clean and clear ski...
19
Jan
Top 4 daily skincare products to use
Korean skincare is about consistency. Rather than dramatically seeing changes, it's about achieving results over time. Having a solid s...
19
Jan
Sleeping masks: Skin benefits while you sleep
At night time the skin cell turnover, the production of collagen, and the process of skin renewal escalate. This process occurs between...
18
Jan
Cleansing oils
They are generally used before you would cleanse your face with a cleanser.
Cleansing oils do an amazing job at breaking down makeup...
14
Jan
All about pimples
A pimple begins when the pore or hair follicle becomes blocked with dead skin, sebum, or dead skin cells. This clogged pore may become ...
13
Jan
Why your skin pH is so important
pH is a figure expressing the acidity or alkalinity of a solution on a logarithmic scale on which 7 is neutral, lower values are more a...
12
Jan
Peptides
Peptides are a type of amino acid and a major building block that make vital proteins in the skin. This protein ensures skin stays heal...
11
Jan
What are Ceramides?
Ceramides are a repairing ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture and strengthen the skin barrier to protect you from environmen...
23
Dec
What are the benefits of CICA?
Cica is a shorter way of refering to Centella Asiatica. It is also known as Centella, Gotu kola, Kodavan, Indian pennywort, and Asiatic...
02
Dec
AHA vs BHA
AHAs (Alpha-hydroxy acids) are water-soluble chemical exfoliants that work to remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin.
B...
30
Nov
What is BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid)?
BHA is a chemical exfoliate that is able to penetrate deep into the pores to remove dead skin cells and excess sebum.
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24
Nov
What is AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid)
AHAs are one of the most commonly used chemical skin exfoliants found in the skincare world that work to deeply cleanse the surface of ...
23
Nov
Propolis for the skin
Propolis is what bees use to seal, repair cracks and holes and cover unwanted spaces in the bee hive well as a protective coat. This pr...
19
Nov
Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree essential oil comes from an evergreen shrub or a small tree that grows in Eastern Australia, predominantly in NSW and Queensla...
18
Nov
Centella Asiatica
Centella Asiatica is also known as Centella, Gotu kola, kodavan, Indian pennywort, and Asiatic pennywort. Centella Asiatica is a perenn...
18
Nov
Aloe Vera in Skincare
Aloe vera is a succulent plant that belongs to the genus-group 'Aloe' and is found in tropical climates and all over the world. It has ...
16
Nov
The benefits of Honey on the skin
Honey has been used to improve skincare health for centuries and more recently become a very popular ingredient in the skincare and bea...
15
Nov
Collagen
Collagen is the main building block that provides the structural connectivity within the connective tissues within the body such as the...
11
Nov
Hyaluronic acid benefits for the skin
Hyaluronic acid is an extremely popular ingredient present in many skincare products. Hyaluronic acid is a humectant. A humectant is a ...
10
Nov
Vitamin C Serum Benefits for Skin
Vitamin C (AKA Ascorbic acid) is very important for us to digest as it assists in the healthy functioning of the body. Most importantly...
01
Nov
What is Salicylic Acid?
Salicylic acid is a desmolytic agent or more simply known as a peeling agent. It is oil soluble which means it can effectively disrupt ...
26
Jul
Different types of facial masks
Facemasks are perfect for quick and great results! Not to mention they are also a lot of fun! They provide the perfect personal treat i...
22
Jun
What is the best moisturiser?
It’s the product that runs out the quickest and it’s on all our skincare shelves. Not to mention how good it feels on our skin after ap...