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Have you ever heard of Citric Acid? It’s a relative of Glycolic Acid. It does pretty much the same thing, yet no one uses it. Why is that?! Let’s find out: What Is Citric Acid? Citric acid is a member of the exfoliating Alpha Hydroxy Acids family (the same family Glycolic Acid belongs to, too). […]
Apricot kernel oil is the underdog of natural oils. You know, the one no one talks about. It’s not as moisturising as coconut oil. It’s not fungal-acne safe as squalane oil. It’s not a powerful wrinkle-fighter like rosehip oil. And so, it gets left behind. Shame. Apricot kernel oil may not be the most exciting […]
Is Octisalate in sunscreen safe? This is a common UV filter no one talks about. It’s not praised to high heavens like zinc oxide. Vilified like Avobenzone. Or touted as a revolution like Mexoryl. It passes under the radar, until someone tells you that the old generation of chemical sunscreen is out to kill you. […]
A clay mask isn’t just a pampering treat. If you’ve got oily, acne-prone skin, putting mud on your face can give your skin a matte, shine-free look and keep breakouts at bay. But what type of clay is best? For moderately oily skin, go with kaolin clay. Here’s why: What Is Kaolin Clay? Kaolin clay […]
Bees are your skin’s BFF. These industrious little insects are hard at work to give your skin everything it needs. Like honey, the sweet nectar that moisturises your skin and fights acne at the same time. And beeswax. Less famous than honey, beeswax is everywhere – especially in solid products like lip balms. What makes […]
Have you heard? There’s a new exfoliant on the skincare block. Word on the street is that it works just like glycolic acid – minus the irritation. Plus, it’s natural, too. Meet Bromelain. It’s been used in folk medicine to treat all kinds of ailments and now it’s helping our skin become brighter and smoother, […]
