24 Oct

Can l use serum instead of moisturiser?

08/03/2024
By sacsons
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Using a serum instead of a moisturiser is generally not recommended, especially considering varying skin types and environmental factor...

28 Jul

Skincare

What products should everyone have in their skincare routine?

28/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

Should l first apply moisturiser or sunscreen?

19/12/2023
By sacsons
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When it comes to skincare, the consensus is to apply moisturiser before sunscreen. Starting with moisturiser is crucial as it hydrates ...

28 Jul

Skincare

What To Do When Moisturising Isn’t Enough?

28/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

Should l Use A Sleep Face Mask?

24/10/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

How does Hyaluronic acid work in dry and humid weather?

27/07/2023
By sacsons
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Hyaluronic Acid in Humid Environments Hyaluronic Acid is like a hydration magnet. It is a humectant, which means it attracts and binds...

27 Jul

Skincare

The difference between cleansing balm and water based cleansers

24/10/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

Top 4 daily skincare products to use

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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Korean skincare is about consistency. Rather than dramatically seeing changes, it's about achieving results over time. Having a solid s...

19 Jan

Skincare

Sleeping masks: Skin benefits while you sleep

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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At night time the skin cell turnover, the production of collagen, and the process of skin renewal escalate. This process occurs between...

18 Jan

ingredients, Skincare

Cleansing oils

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

All about pimples

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

Why your skin pH is so important

10/01/2024
By sacsons
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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

ingredients, Skincare

Peptides

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

ingredients

What are Ceramides?

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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Ceramides are a repairing ingredient that helps the skin retain moisture and strengthen the skin barrier to protect you from environmen...

23 Dec

Skincare

What are the benefits of CICA?

10/01/2024
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

AHA vs BHA

10/01/2024
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

What is BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid)?

10/01/2024
By sacsons
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BHA is a chemical exfoliate that is able to penetrate deep into the pores to remove dead skin cells and excess sebum. ...

24 Nov

Skincare

What is AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid)

10/01/2024
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

Propolis for the skin

10/01/2024
By sacsons
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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

ingredients

Tea Tree Oil

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

ingredients

Centella Asiatica

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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Centella Asiatica is also known as Centella, Gotu kola, kodavan, Indian pennywort, and Asiatic pennywort. Centella Asiatica is a perenn...

18 Nov

ingredients

Aloe Vera in Skincare

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

ingredients

The benefits of Honey on the skin

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

ingredients

Collagen

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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Collagen is the main building block that provides the structural connectivity within the connective tissues within the body such as the...

11 Nov

ingredients

Hyaluronic acid benefits for the skin

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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Hyaluronic acid is an extremely popular ingredient present in many skincare products. Hyaluronic acid is a humectant. A humectant is a ...

10 Nov

ingredients

Vitamin C Serum Benefits for Skin

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

ingredients

What is Salicylic Acid?

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

Different types of facial masks

26/07/2023
By sacsons
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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

Skincare

What is the best moisturiser?

11/08/2023
By sacsons
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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...

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