The world of skincare has become a whole lot more complicated compared to when I first started dipping my toes in the drugstore skincare section in 2009. Back then, I’d cleanse using the Clearasil Ultra Rapid Action Gel Face Wash (courtesy of my...
Every year our supermarket shelves are lined with advent calendars filled with chocolate and lollies — they’re classic, they’re delicious, and I will continue to buy them no matter how old I get. However, as I get older, I am appreciating the...
It’s a tale as old as time; Saturday rolls around and plans for the night are locked in — dinner at the new restaurant I’ve been eyeing and dying to try followed by drinks at the usual joint. After a week in the office, the getting-ready...
It feels like there’s always a new must-have ingredient in the beauty world — and every one of them is said to completely change your skin. It can be hard to keep up, but collagen is one of the few that seems to be sticking around. What...
The term ‘cruelty free’ is thrown around a lot in the beauty industry, you often see it mentioned on social media or labelled on the products lining the shelves of cosmetic stores. But what does cruelty free actually mean? It’s not quite as...
To transform dry, flaky skin into hydrated, glowing skin is no easy feat — you need a skincare routine tailored specifically to dry skin. A deep understanding of the unique needs of dry skin is crucial, as it requires more than just slathering on...
If you're looking at switching to organic, and starting with your skincare (food may come later), then you’re already on your way to reducing the presence of harmful chemicals or synthetic ingredients in your day-to-day. As we know, the skin is...
Sunburn hurts you and your skin in more ways than one. Here’s how to get your skin back to normal after a burn. Sunburn is the reaction of your skin to too much UV (ultraviolet) radiation. The sun gives off UV, which is invisible but harmful....