Hyperpigmentation (and what to do about it)

Hyper-pigmentation is the name given to those patches of skin that become darker than the surrounding tissue. Created by an increase in the localised production of melanin (the pigment that gives your skin its colour), hyper-pigmentation can be caused by a number of triggers: The sun. Our old enemy the …

Special Offer on Dermalogica UltraCalming Barrier Repair 30ml

Dermalogica UltraCalming™ Barrier Repair  is a unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturiser that melts gently into sensitised skin to soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression. Creates a shield against environmental assault to help prevent further damaging assaults and helps combat free radicals and moisture loss. Silicones provide a velvety feel. …

The Beauty Shortlist selects Total Eye Care SPF15

The Beauty Shortlist is a blog dedicated to beauty products (as the name suggests) like many others. Its success has been such, however, that it has been long listed by Marie Claire for its 2012 Beauty Blog Awards and has been nominated as one of the ‘Best of the Bloggers’ …

Why bother with a toner?

Using a toner as part of your skin care routine can offer certain benefits for your complexion; using the wrong type for your skin can create problems, however. A good toner should reduce the appearance of pores and prepare the skin for moisturiser, but if you choose one that is …

Keep rosacea under control with a little help from Dermalogica

Rosacea is a chronic skin condition that for some people can seem to appear out of nowhere at some point during their thirties and forties. Despite it being a relatively common skin complaint, many people do not recognise the early signs, and struggle with inflammation, redness, spots, thread veins, persistent …