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 …
Dealing with sensitised skin can be so tricky; finding products which don’t irritate your face is often trial and error, but the very act of trying new products can be enough to make your skin feel red, tight and itchy. Dermalogica have a whole range of products which are designed …
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 …
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 …
Acne is one of the most common facial skin conditions, affecting up to 80% of people in the UK in their teen years, according to the NHS website. Fortunately, most people grow out of it, with just 5% of sufferers dealing with breakouts beyond the age of 25, but even …
