Five Ways Your Skin is Secretly Showing You’re Stressed

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio Your skin is one of the first places stress likes to show up. When life gets hectic, your body releases cortisol, which can trigger oiliness, dryness, breakouts, and dullness. You might think a little concealer can hide it, but often your complexion tells the full story. …

Ingredient Spotlight: Demystifying the Power of Phytic Acid

Photo by Irina Iriser on Unsplash Have you ever glanced at the ingredients list of your favourite skincare product and stumbled upon the term “phytic acid”? You’re not alone! This natural ingredient, found in nuts, seeds, and grains, often sparks curiosity. But is phytic acid a friend or foe to …

Understanding the Science of Cleansers: Ingredients to Look For

Photo by Ron Lach When it comes to skincare, finding the right cleanser is crucial for maintaining a healthy and radiant complexion. But with a multitude of options available in the market, it can be overwhelming to know which cleanser is best suited for your skin type and concerns. To …

Five Beauty Products You Should Avoid and What to Replace Them With

One of the things we love about beauty products is that many companies strive to invent and innovate, putting money back into researching the best and newest ingredients to use on your skin. With new discoveries comes the realisation that some old methods should be left in the past, and …

Pamper Your Pores

Taking care of the fundamentals is really important for good skin, and there’s nothing more fundamental than your pores. Humans have two types of pores, hair follicles and sweat pores, and it’s the hair follicles we’re concerned with as these create and secrete sebum. Pores can be problematic though, with …