Taking the guesswork out of skincare
If you had told me I’d be exfoliating my face with a giant Q-tip one day, I’d had told you you were crazy. Who does that?! Me. Ahem… I spent the last couple of weeks testing out Dr Oracle A-Thera Peeling Stick, giant Q-tips infused with an exfoliating acid solution. It was totally weird. I […]
Ready to bust some pore myths? Like it or not, your pores are here to stay. There’s no way to get rid of them completely – unless you Photoshop them away. That’s a good thing. You have pores for a reason. Their job is to allow sebum (your skin’s natural moisturiser) to reach the surface […]
REN Glycol Lactic Radiance Renewal Mask smells like summer. The zesty citrusy aroma reminds me of careless days spent at the beach, sipping a refreshing lemonade while gossiping with my friends. It’s divine. And bad news for skin (anything that smells too good is). Here’s why I’m not a fan: What’s In REN Glycol Lactic […]
“I have sensitive skin. Can I exfoliate?” “Last time I tried an exfoliator, my skin got so red and sore. Should I really give it another go?” “Exfoliation’s not working for me. I’ve tried every scrub under the sun to get rid of my pimples, but those nasty buggers are still there. What else can […]
Have you heard of mandelic acid? It’s the newest exfoliating acid on the skincare block. It shot to fame in Asia thanks to its gentle touch. Word on the street has it, even sensitive skin can use it without risking irritation. You’ll find it in both Stratia Soft Touch AHA and The Ordinary Mandelic Acid […]
When was the last time you exfoliated your body? If you’re anything like me, you’re slathering your fave acid on your face every other day – heaven forbid those pesky dead cells roughen up your skin and steal its glow. Your body? You even forget you have one. Hidden under layers of clothing for most […]
