skincare

  • self-tanners 101

    How do self-tanners work?

    If there’s one beauty product I couldn’t care less about is self-tanner. You see, I don’t tan. My skin’s pale and I love that. Pale skin is awesome. And healthy. And awesome. But, that doesn’t mean I’m not curious about how self-tanners work. What’s in them that turns your skin into that lovely Oompa-Loompa shade […]

  • how to do a skin patch test

    How to do a skin patch test

    Did You Know Any Ingredient Can Cause an Allergy or Irritation? Yep, even something as seemingly harmless as chamomile or water can irritate someone’s skin. I know, it sounds wild. Water?! What could be more natural and safe than water? But there are people out there who are allergic to it. This just goes to […]

  • oxygen facials

    Do Oxygen Facials Work? (What Science Says)

    Have you heard? Rumour has it oxygen facials are the secret behind Madonna’s youthful complexion. According to celebrity makeup artist Gina Brooke, “Madonna indulges in this lavish beauty treatment before every concert, and is often seen carrying around her own oxygen facial device.”  I’m always intrigued to see what celebrities are doing to keep their skin […]

  • what's the difference between men and women shaving products

    Do you use men’s shaving creams and razors?

    I have a confession to make. The first time I shaved, I stole my dad’s shaving cream and disposable (unused) razor. I didn’t see the point of buying my own when those were readily available for free. They did a pretty good job, so I kept using them, much to my dad’s puzzlement. He couldn’t […]

  • how depilatory creams work

    How Do Depilatory Creams Work?

    Ever wondered how depilatory creams work?! I’m definitely a shaver, but I’ve dabbled in depilatory creams sometimes. As much as I love the ease and convenience of shaving, it’s a chore I have to do every day. Depilatory creams promise to keep my legs hair-free for 4 or 5 days, so, of course, I gave […]