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Solo Travelling through Europe
While solo travelling through Europe, I met a woman named Joan. Initially, a brief exchange at Turin Porta Susa Stazione, Italy, while boarding a fast train destined for Paris. Orderly chaos on the way to London. Catching a fast train in Europe is both orderly and chaotic. With your carriage number illuminated on the screens […]
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 […]
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Hormone imbalance: Are your hormones ruining your life?
Was it just me, or are the symptoms of a hormonal imbalance trying to ruin my life? There’s a well-known belief that admitting you have a problem is the first and most crucial step in conquering it. Once you acknowledge an issue, not only can you begin to solve it, but your mind opens up […]
Ultrasound for Body Contouring and Fat Reduction
If you’ve heard of HIFU, the acronym for High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound, you probably know it’s an aesthetic device designed for targeting sagging skin around the eyes, cheeks, jawline, and neck. However, what you might not know is how versatile HIFU is. It’s not just for skin tightening; it can also contour and shape various parts […]
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 […]