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Ever heard someone using the term ‘acid mantle’, ‘protective skin barrier’, or ‘moisture barrier’? If that’s yes, then you’re probably wondering: a) what are they? b) why are they so important? Moisture barrier. Protective skin barrier. Hydro-lipid film. All of these terms describe the same thing – an essential part of what keeps your skin healthy and flawless. Unfortunately, this is something people compromise and weaken on a daily basis without even realising it! Neglecting the pH balance of your skin could very well be the culprit to skin issues like dry skin, sensitivity, rosacea and acne. But what exactly...

 Are you guilty of believing these skincare myths? When it comes to your skin there are a lot of skincare myths and misconceptions. Ever heard drinking water will cure dry skin? Or perhaps that oily skin types don’t need to moisturise? Skincare myths like this are confusing and may be holding you back from your most healthy, flawless skin. To have an effective skincare routine, you need to be armed with the right information. So here you have it – six of the biggest skincare myths, busted.    Myth 1: All foaming cleansers strip your skin  The truth: Not all...

Red, itchy, burning skin getting you down? It’s likely that you have sensitive skin…and we don’t mean emotionally.  What causes sensitive skin? Sensitive skin is prone to inflammation. Not only that but it easily reacts to irritants like certain skincare products, ingredients or environmental factors like the weather or the sun. What upsets sensitive skin differs from person to person – which means you have to be extra careful with what you choose to use in your skincare routine. Therefore, steering clear of products with harsh chemicals, sulphates and parabens is super important! Not only that but it’s important to be...

Most often, acne will go away on its own at the end of puberty, however, for some this can follow through to adulthood. It's not ideal and sometimes these types of breakouts and acne flare-ups aren’t always controllable, but we can work to heal & support them.   What Are Hormonal Breakouts? Hormonal breakouts are exactly what the name suggests — acne and breakouts tied to fluctuations in your hormones, usually brought on by menstruation, pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, stress or hormone conditions. Hormonal adult acne usually appears along the jawline, chin and cheeks and can range from blackheads and whiteheads to...