Category: Beauty and Skincare Blogs
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The Anatomy Of Grey: Understanding Aging In Hair
Grey hair– you either love it or hate it, show it off or hide it away. According to research, different ethnic groups will generally go grey at different times. Caucasians tend to start from the mid-30s, while ethnic hair tends to go grey only after 50. Contrary to popular belief, stress has not been shown…
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Psychology Of Anti-Aging: What You Need To Know
You really are as old – or as young – as you look and feel. According to Dr Michael Brickey, author of Defy Aging and 52 Baby Steps to Grow Young, only 20% to 30% of longevity is genetic – therefore 70% to 80% of anti-aging depends on what we think and the lifestyle choices…
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The Next Big Thing: Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant
In this product review article, we share on the best and latest in beauty so that you know exactly what to expect from the newest products on the shelves. For this one, we reviewed the new Daily Superfoliant by Dermalogica. What does it do? This daily exfoliant detoxes your skin from air pollution particles, which are known to…
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What You Need To Know About Adult Acne
Adult acne is an inflammatory disease of the sebaceous gland and hair follicles of the skin that is marked by the eruption of pimples or pustules, especially on the face. This may include a new onset of acne, usually in women between the ages of 25 and 35, or could be a continuation of teenage…
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The Next Big Thing: Neostrata Daily Peel Pads
In this product review article, we share on the best and latest in beauty so that you know exactly what to expect from the newest products on the shelves. For this one, we reviewed the new Neostrata Smooth Surface Daily Peel Pads. What does it do? This innovative anti-aging technique, developed by Neostrata, allows you to reap the…
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Skincare Must-Haves: Boost Your Beauty Ritual
In this article, we have collected a number of must-have skincare products that are sure to boost your beauty rituals and your mood! 1. Bobbi Brown Remedies Skin Fortifier This is a super blend of essential oils for skin that has lost its vitality and resilience. The ingredients Your skin’s barrier is composed of three key lipids…
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Food For Your Skin: A Serum For Every Concern
The objective of a serum is to deliver concentrated amounts of an ingredient directly into the skin. The smaller molecules used in the formula allow for a high concentration of active ingredients to penetrate far deeper into the skin than a moisturizer. This doesn’t take away the importance of a moisturizer; it simply makes serums…
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How Toxic Is Your Beauty Regime?
Your skin plays an important role in your health, and your beauty. Almost any particles that have direct contact with it can be absorbed through the dermal layers and move into the bloodstream. And we’re exposed to hazardous chemicals daily – whether it’s through air pollution, the food and water we ingest, or the cosmetics…
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Nikel: An Organic Skincare Product, Formulated Through Science
Finding a skincare product that suits your needs is always a tricky endeavor. We found 4 women from different walks of life and asked them to try Nikel Cosmetics, an organic skincare product. This Croatian-born natural beauty brand recently launched in South Africa. They’re inspired by nature, yet formulated through science, so it will help…
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Max Factor: The Man Behind The Beauty Business
Did you know that there is one man singularly responsible for setting the beauty standards of the last 100 years? And did you know that this man is the same man who invented the word “makeup”. Who is this man, I hear you asking? Mr. Max Factor That’s right, the iconic Mr. Max Factor, is…