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  • 4 Weird Ingredients That Are Lurking In Your Skincare Products

    Things I wouldn’t do for beauty: Botox (if it involves a needle, I’m running in the opposite direction as fast as my legs are carrying me) Tea detox (it doesn’t work anyway) Slathering nightingale poop all over my face (yes, that’s a thing) Look, I’m all for experimenting and trying new stuff that could keep […]

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    Why are preservatives used in cosmetics?

    Once upon a time in Skincareland, a group of skincare fanatics gave birth to a natural line of creams and lotions. They invited all their friends to celebrate. The Antioxidant family was there, with its many children in tow. Mrs Shea Butter was twirling on the dancefloor with her soothing partner, Mr Aloe Vera. The […]

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    Is Panthenol The Best Head To Toe Moisturizer For Dry & Sensitive Skin?

    Did you know Pantene takes its name from Panthenol, its hero ingredient? But this pro-vitamin ain’t just for hair. It’s just as good for skin, nails and the rest of your body, too. Here are its superpowers: What Is Panthenol? Panthenol is the alcohol form of Vitamin B5, a.k.a panthotenic acid. Don’t be scared by […]

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    What ingredients are comedogenic? (The Full List)

    There it was. In the middle of my chin. All red and swollen. Staring at me defiantly. “Dare to pop me!,” it challenged me. But, I didn’t. I knew that’s what that nasty pimple wanted. To be squeezed so he could procreate. No way, I’m falling for it, you nasty thing! But, boy, was it […]

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    Is Phenoxyethanol A Safer Alternative To Parabens?

    Move over, parabens! There’s a new preservative in town. It’s called Phenoxyethanol. Rumour has it, it’s gentler, safer and still as effective at keeping bacteria and other nasties out of your skincare products. Is that too good to be true? Here’s what the science says: What The Heck Is Phenoxyethanol? Phenoxyethanol is an ethylene glycol […]

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    Humectants: What are they?

    Humectant is one of those fancy words us science beauty bloggers like to throw around to prove we know our stuff. But everyone else is probably scratching their heads, wondering what the heck we’re talking about. Better explain myself, eh? Here’s what humectants are and why you should load your skincare routine with them: What […]