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  • medik8 crystal retinal 6

    Retinaldehyde: The Benefits Of Retinol Without The Irritation?

    Are you curious about the benefits of Retinaldehyde, the new retinoid on the block? Lately, I’ve been cheating on Retinol with its cousin, Retinaldehyde. I know, I know. But, hear me out before judging me. I first met Retinol in my mid-20s. It promised to help me fight those pesky crows’ feet that were already […]

  • syn-ake peptide snake venom

    Does Snake Venom Smooth Out Wrinkles?

    Did you know there’s snake venom in your skincare products?! Yes, snake venom. Rumour has it, it’s nature’s alternative to Botox. Or that’s what the manufacturer claims. In my mind, if I could talk to them, that’s what I imagine the dialogue to go like: “How did you get the inspiration for Syn-ake, your new […]

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    AHAs VS BHA: Which One Is Right For You?

    The secret to radiant, younger-looking skin? Exfoliation. If you’re serious about getting your best skin ever, this is a step you can’t miss in your routine. But how to do it right? For a long time, I thought exfoliating skin was easy. Pick a scrub. Use it. Done. Problem was, that often left my skin […]

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    What Are The Best Ingredients For Oily Skin?

    What are the best ingredients for oily skin? When people come to me, they usually say: “I’ve tried everything to keep my oily skin under control, but nothing works. Help!” Can you relate to that? Sometimes, dealing with oily skin seems like a hopeless battle. No matter what you try, your face keeps shining brighter […]

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    Are Ceramides The Key To Healthy Skin?

    Wondering about the benefits of ceramides for skin? If they could talk, here’s what ceramides would say: “It’s typical, isn’t it? You work hard every single day to moisturise skin and no one pays any attention to you. None. Then, along come stem cells, peptides, and all those fancy new ingredients with exotic names and bam! […]

  • 3 Reasons Why You Should Use Licorice For Brighter And Younger Skin

    When I was younger, I loved licorice candy. It’s delicious. Plus, my sister never liked it, so I didn’t have to share. 😉 Now that I’m older, I’m even a bigger fan of licorice. Now it’s not for my taste buds only. My skin wants its fix, too. Wait, what? Licorice is one of those […]