Most of us have heard of collagen, and although for some it’s still synonymous with the huge lip implants of the early 90’s, collagen is actually a key component of the skin. As we get older, our body isn’t able to produce as much collagen, which is why the skin …
Most people have heard of glycerin, as it’s got so many different uses, but did you know that it’s also really good for your skin? Glycerin is what’s known as an ‘humectant’, which means that it attracts water, making it an ideal ingredient in moisturiser. It’s also an emollient, says …
Here at Pure Beauty HQ, we’re well in the grips of The Beast from the East and although the first few couple of days were a bit of a novelty, we’re totally over the cold weather and havoc it’s playing with our skin! If you’re snowed in and need some …
Here at Pure Beauty we’ve had so many conversations with older ladies who don’t follow a skincare routine, purely because they think it’s too late to pro-actively try to reverse their wrinkles. The truth is, it’s NEVER too late to start following a proper skincare routine and we have a …
Cosmetic peels done in a clinic can be pretty harsh, leaving your skin red-raw for days and requiring a lot of healing time. The science behind using acids to peel away the top layer of skin is sound and definitely leaves your skin looking better in the long-run, but there …
