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Retinol Burn: The Double-Edged Sword of Skincare
If you’ve experienced a skin reaction activated by topical retinol, you’re likely keen to find a happy medium. On the one hand, you want to reap the rewards of the numerous skin benefits of retinol skincare, while on the other, you’d like to avoid the persistent discomfort of redness and irritation. You might also be […]
Becoming Jane Fonda: The Ageless Activist.
At the remarkable age of 86, Jane Fonda embodies a steadfast defiance against societal stereotypes of ageing, proving that age is no barrier to vitality or relevance. In her own words… “You know, you can be really old at 60, and you can be really young at 85.” As an acclaimed actress, fervent activist, and […]
Should you wear your sun protection 365 days of the year?
I live in the southern hemisphere, and summer will soon fade into our collective memory for another year. We can relax a little with our daily sun protection. Or, maybe for you, in the middle of winter, you’re yearning for the weather to warm up once more, and a little unprotected sunshine is good a […]
Mysterious Melasma: Misunderstood and misdiagnosed.
Melasma is a pigment disorder that can be challenging to treat. It’s also one of the most misunderstood and misdiagnosed skin conditions. Maybe you have melasma, or maybe you’re not sure. You’ve talked to different skin experts, and some say it’s sun-induced hyperpigmentation, while others think it’s the hormonal condition called melasma. Melasma vs. Sun-Induced […]
Free Radicals: The Artful Dodgers.
How you age is your choice. Okay, sure, genetics play a part, but even if you’ve been dealt an unlucky hand in the genetics lottery, in some cases, like how your skin is going to age, you do get to choose and knowing the effect of free radicals on accelerated ageing and how to minimise […]
The Diet Starts Tomorrow!
Here we go again. Promises, promises. Alright, you’ve told yourself this before, and now here you go again. The diet starts tomorrow, just after this last piece of cake, or you’re just going to finish off all the treats left from Christmas… then you’ll start? Truly, you tell yourself, the diet really does START TOMORROW! […]
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Winter Skin: Crimes and misdemeanours
Suddenly, you have winter skin. Almost overnight, your skin can go from seemingly fine to sensitive, dry, parched, and, well, just terrible, as a result of seasonal weather changes, leaving you with stressed winter skin. Your makeup exacerbates the problem. Your skin feels tight and looks red and blotchy. Okay, you expect this to happen. […]
Dry Winter Skin: Moisturisers That Soothe and Protect
When the seasons shift, so can the condition of your skin. Yep, dry winter skin. Ugh!! It can feel drier, tighter, and more reactive, especially when transitioning between heated indoor spaces and cooler outdoor air. What your skin needs is support, not environmental stress. And that’s exactly where Ella Baché comes in. A Legacy Brand, […]
Plasma Skin Tightening: What it is, How it Works, and is it Worth it
Every week, another new aesthetic treatment claims to be the answer to our skincare concerns. As it’s my mission, let’s try to cut through the noise and discuss Plasma Skin Tightening. What is it, does it work, and why is it sparking everyone’s curiosity? Plasma skin tightening, also known as Plasma rejuvenation, is a non-surgical […]
Your brain on cortisol. When stress takes its toll.
A while back, I made a promise to myself. Recognising the impact worry had on my life and those I love, I resolved to live less stressed. Not since quitting sugar have I felt so challenged. Yep, I decided to find a way to live with less fear, worry, and that mischievous monkey—stress. A worthy […]