What is greenwashing in skincare?

Natural? Organic? Clean? For many of us, the environment and sustainability are issues that we keep in mind when making a purchasing decision. Unfortunately, some companies are latching onto this in a negative way and exploiting customers through something called greenwashing. What is greenwashing? Greenwashing in skincare refers to when…

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How I Refresh My Skin | Face Masks & Lip Masks

My main skincare goals this year are to work on improving the texture of my skin and to ensure it is kept well hydrated. Having oily skin and milia prone skin makes it hard to balance these two aspects of my skincare. Often my skin is dehydrated from not moisturising…

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The Benefits of Vitamin E for Skin

Vitamin E is one of the most common ingredients in the world of skincare products – and for good reason! Naturally found within our bodies already, Vitamin E is typically offered in cream or oil format for topical skin care due to its soothing and moisturising properties. But what exactly…

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Guide to Salicylic Acid

A life saver of an ingredient for those with acne, oily or spot-prone skin, salicylic acid has some incredible benefits for skin, such as reducing inflammation, unclogging pores and exfoliating dead skin. Thinking of adding salicylic into your life? Here’s everything you need to know about this star skincare ingredient!…

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Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 6% Mandelic + 2% Lactic Acid AHA Liquid Exfoliant Review 

Exfoliation is one of the most important parts of my skincare routine, so I love trying out new exfoliants. Sometimes, I find that my skin can be a bit too sensitive for using certain AHAs, which is why I was excited to try the new Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 6%…

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Retinol vs Bakuchiol: Which is Better?

In the ever-evolving world of skincare, the quest for ageless beauty remains a constant. Among the multitude of ingredients promising to turn back the hands of time, retinol and bakuchiol have emerged as noteworthy contenders. Let’s delve into these ingredients, exploring their pros and cons for your skin. What is…

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Best Bakuchiol Skincare Products to Try

Bakuchiol is a fantastic natural alternative to retinol, offering many of the same benefits as this acclaimed skincare ingredients – and many more! You can read more about the difference between retinol and bakuchiol in the Guide to Bakuchiol. If bakuchiol skincare is something that interests you, here are some…

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