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Beyond Sunscreen: Protecting Your Skin from the Sun
In pursuing healthy and resilient skin, we often prioritise broad-spectrum sunscreens to shield ourselves from the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. However, if you’ve ever wondered why hyperpigmentation and other sun-induced damage seem resistant to sun protection alone, there is another silent assailant: far-infrared (IR) heat. While our sunscreen is a trusty ally, it’s […]
Caffeinated Skincare for Dark Circles. Fact or Fiction?
You might like to take a seat with a rich, dark and robust caffeinated coffee for this one. The Promise of Caffeinated Skincare A famous influencer recently caught my attention as she busily influenced everyone watching her Instagram post to try/buy a concealer that was not only the answer to all your under-eye imperfections but […]
Is glowy, dewy, glassy skin achievable?
The prospect of glowy, dewy, glassy skin is so alluring, but let’s pause and reflect on what it means to have skin that shimmers, sheens and bounces off the (filtered) Instagram post that may be portraying it as an achievable skincare standard. The Ultimate Skincare Ideal? Glowy, dewy, glassy skin – a vision of skin […]
Confessions of an occasional beauty addict.
I started my career as a beauty therapist in the 80s when beauty salons were all frilly curtains, walls a pale hue of apricot, and usually located close enough to the high street to remain accessible but still impossible to find. As a budding young, soon-to-be beauty therapist, it wasn’t long before I came to […]
The secret world of your skin’s microbiome.
Your skin’s microbiome is not visible to the naked eye, but it’s there. It’s a secret world that, in certain circumstances, you might want to pay closer attention to if you’re going to maintain the health of your skin. As skincare brands join the party, I predict you’ll hear much more about microbiome skincare. But […]
Diana Vreeland: Age is totally boring!
Diana Vreeland, a true force of nature and a one-of-a-kind visionary, was born on September 29, 1903, in the heart of Paris, France. Her remarkable life and legacy continue to inspire, even after her passing in 1989 at the youthful age of 85. From her beginnings in Paris to her transformative career in the New […]
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Vitamin A for your skin – Activate your youth enzymes!
If a skincare company promises to smooth wrinkles, fade pigmentation, or clear up acne, you can bet (or at least hope) they’ve included some form of Vitamin A in their range. However, not all Vitamin A derivatives are created equal, and navigating the options can be confusing. Some skincare brands don’t always choose the most […]
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 […]