We all produce sebum, which is necessary for the protection of our skin; these oils and lipids are designed to create a protective barrier against moisture-loss and potential infections. When skin produces excess sebum it can create a shiny sheen and interfere with efficient skin renewal. Too much sebum can …
Masques have come a long way since the days of those packs of brown clay that you would smear on and leave until your face looked like a patch of parched earth… Today’s masques are designed to address specific skin problems and can give your complexion a real boost. Dermalogica …
Many of us dread the appearance of fine lines on our faces; we associate those creases around the eyes or the mouth with the onset of ageing, as the skin begins to lose elasticity and volume. If you have noticed those lines on your own complexion, think about what exactly …
You may be wondering why you would need to ‘pre-cleanse’ your skin, especially if you feel that your cleanser should do the job on its own. Pre-cleansing can, however, offer a number of benefits that make it a step you would find well worth your while to integrate into your …
When you read the list of ingredients of many skin care products today, it may seem utterly incomprehensible; all the talk of MMPs, ROS and AGEs, elastin, collagen and skin cell renewal may seem like a load of mumbo-jumbo, and you probably just want your skin care products to fulfil …
