Fruit acids (AHA) You’ve probably heard of AHAs, it stands for alpha hydroxy acid (in case you wondered). The best known of these is glycolic acid – a chemical exfoliator found in toners, serums, exfoliators and creams that removes the surface layer of dead skin cells for a smoother complexion. Other AHAs include lactic acid, critic acid and mandelic acid. Salicylic … [Read more...] about Every skincare lover needs to know about these 5 acids
Skin feeling the effects of the storm? Look for products containing urea (it’s a miracle ingredient)
Snow, wind, rain - this weather is almost making us glad that we’re cooped up indoors. Not only is it absolutely freezing, but our skin is dry, cracked and flaky and cranking up that central heating is only making things worse (it dries out the air causing moisture to evaporate from the skin much faster). It really is a double-edged sword. Whether you struggle with year-round … [Read more...] about Skin feeling the effects of the storm? Look for products containing urea (it’s a miracle ingredient)
It’s not just your skin you should be protecting from cold weather
We’re all pretty well-versed on the skincare changes we should make in the winter months - two words: more moisturising, and ‘lip balm’, come to think of it - but do you pay the same amount of attention to your haircare? Much like our skin, our hair needs more moisture during winter. The colder temperatures outdoors and the central heating indoors make the air much dryer which … [Read more...] about It’s not just your skin you should be protecting from cold weather
You’ve heard of minimalism, now it’s time for ‘skinimalism’, the natural, glowy skin trend we’re loving
Like all great beauty trends, we stumbled across this one on the Internet. Not Reddit or TikTok this time, but Pinterest. Skinimalism is an ultra-natural, skincare-cum-make-up routine. Think Glossier vibes - effortless, cool, fresh and paired back. Here’s how to hop on the trend. … [Read more...] about You’ve heard of minimalism, now it’s time for ‘skinimalism’, the natural, glowy skin trend we’re loving
5 signs you’re using the wrong products for your skin
You’re following every skincare guru on Instagram’s advice, you’ve bought all the latest products and you’re dedicating more time to your skincare routine than you are your career and social life combined but your skin just isn’t playing ball. If this sounds familiar then there’s a high chance it’s because you’re using the wrong products for your skin. Now we’re well and … [Read more...] about 5 signs you’re using the wrong products for your skin