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I can’t get enough of antioxidants. If a serum or moisturizer isn’t loaded with them, chances are I won’t even give it a second look. Antioxidants are your skin’s police force. They patrol your body looking for free radicals felons ready to form wrinkles, give you dark spots and inflame your skin. Once they get […]
Things I wouldn’t do for beauty: Botox (if it involves a needle, I’m running in the opposite direction as fast as my legs are carrying me) Tea detox (it doesn’t work anyway) Slathering nightingale poop all over my face (yes, that’s a thing) Look, I’m all for experimenting and trying new stuff that could keep […]
Once upon a time in Skincareland, a group of skincare fanatics gave birth to a natural line of creams and lotions. They invited all their friends to celebrate. The Antioxidant family was there, with its many children in tow. Mrs Shea Butter was twirling on the dancefloor with her soothing partner, Mr Aloe Vera. The […]
Did you know Pantene takes its name from Panthenol, its hero ingredient? But this pro-vitamin ain’t just for hair. It’s just as good for skin, nails and the rest of your body, too. Here are its superpowers: What Is Panthenol? Panthenol is the alcohol form of Vitamin B5, a.k.a panthotenic acid. Don’t be scared by […]
There it was. In the middle of my chin. All red and swollen. Staring at me defiantly. “Dare to pop me!,” it challenged me. But, I didn’t. I knew that’s what that nasty pimple wanted. To be squeezed so he could procreate. No way, I’m falling for it, you nasty thing! But, boy, was it […]
Move over, parabens! There’s a new preservative in town. It’s called Phenoxyethanol. Rumour has it, it’s gentler, safer and still as effective at keeping bacteria and other nasties out of your skincare products. Is that too good to be true? Here’s what the science says: What The Heck Is Phenoxyethanol? Phenoxyethanol is an ethylene glycol […]
