How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
Our skin is a fussy thing, and no matter how much we invest in it and try to keep it flawless, it always seems like we are missing something. It panics and freaks out during the cold winter months, and it does pretty much the same during the warm time of the year, bringing on … Read more
If you have oily, acne-prone skin, chances are that you have probably been led to believe that washing your face multiple times a day is the number one rule for having clear skin. I am not going to lie, I have been led to believe that too. By multiple people, online skin experts as they … Read more
Pityrosporum folliculitis, also known as Malassezia folliculitis is a condition that causes breakouts on your skin. How is this condition different from typical acne? How do you know is it acne or Malassezia folliculitis? Well, as the title suggests – the devil is in the details, therefore I have to repeat the first line: Malassezia folliculitis is … Read more
If you are on my website, reading this article, chances are that you are someone that spends a good deal of time examining your skin. That is admittingly something you and I have in common. Be it because we are fishing for results from the face mask we used last night, tweeze a tiny brow … Read more
If you shave then you most likely have dealt with razor burn. Shaving is an easy, fast, and affordable way to remove unwanted hair, but it can cause redness, irritation, and bumps on your skin. Razor burn can occur anywhere you shave and have annoying side effects. Read on to learn how to get rid … Read more
Dehydrated skin is often confused with dry skin due to the very similar appearance and behaviour of the skin. However, these two are slightly distinctive from each other but it is still incredibly easy for anyone to mix them up and therefore end up with a bag full of wrong products for their skin type. … Read more
Launched in 2009, Medik8 is a cosmeceutical skincare brand that provides high-quality products tailored to target major skin concerns including ageing, acne, pigmentation, redness, and dryness. Medik8 pride themselves on using high quality and well-researched ingredients that are only found in skincare products for professional salon use. The products are considered “sensitive green skin cosmeceuticals”, … Read more
As someone who often appreciates a good pampering treat, I’ve always enjoyed adding a sheet mask as an extra step in my usual skincare routine. Sheet masks are easy to use, deliver quick results and they feel oh so refreshing on my face during the insanely hot summers on my tiny island. I only have … Read more
Acne is the most common skin condition and it can be found anywhere on the body. It most commonly develops on the face, neck, chest, shoulders, and back. However, acne is not a life-threatening condition, but it can be painful and uncomfortable and can cause scarring depending on the severity. It can also affect your … Read more
As I have said in some of my previous posts, balance is the key factor for keeping oily and blemished skin under control. However, we can all agree that finding that perfect balance to calm down the excessive oil production in our skin can be quite a challenge. Everything becomes even worse when the excess … Read more
Regular exercise is good for the body and your overall health. It is also especially good for your skin as physical activity promotes blood flow to the surface of your skin bringing nutrients and nourishment along with it. Keeping your stress hormones in check is good news to the skin as many skin conditions such … Read more
Acne is a recurring issue in many adolescents and young adults, though it affects people of all ages. It is a persistent condition that occurs when the hair follicles become plugged with white blood cells, dead skin cells, bacteria, and sebum. Depending on its severity, acne can cause scarring of the skin as well as … Read more
Periorbital hyperpigmentation, otherwise known simply as dark circles under the eyes is a commonly encountered condition. It is a dreaded condition that affects millions of people and while it is not potentially dangerous, it is still dreaded by many as it can make a person look older than they really are or just constantly look … Read more
Fungal skin infections are common throughout much of the natural world. In humans, fungal infections occur when an invading fungus takes over an area of the body and starts to spread. Fungal infections can be caused by many different types of fungi, including yeasts. While rarely serious or life-threatening, fungal infections can be quite itchy … Read more
According to many different internet sources, apple cider vinegar is constantly being promoted as an ancient remedy that has been used as a cure by many cultures and has stood the test of time. Some even go as far as calling it the “golden nectar” or the “miracle ingredient” for all health-related problems you may … Read more
Masturbation is a topic that carries many myths and misconceptions with it. One of these is that masturbation has a negative effect on your skin. Some people believe that masturbating or having sex can lead to acne breakouts especially in puberty. Puberty is the time of hormonal changes, particularly the increase of the male hormone … Read more
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that transiently accelerates your levels of alertness, attention, and physical energy. It is derived from the leaves of the coca plant, which is native to South America and grows in places like Colombia, Peru, and Bolivia. The processing of this drug involves many other chemicals and cocaine is cut with … Read more
Whether you like them or absolutely dread them, tattoos are here to stay. Literally. While tattoos have been around for some time now, with firm evidence showing that tattooing is an ancient art, there are still divided opinions on how good or bad it is to get a tattoo. There are several countries in the world … Read more
While some people can get through life without ever having to deal with clogged pores, dull complexion, and annoying breakouts, the majority of us are not so lucky. Having congested skin is a harmless but annoying cosmetic condition that is particularly common in young adults while going through hormonal changes. But that is not always … Read more
When I think of spa days, all I would think of how expensive they could be, however, they don’t always have to be that way because you can have your own right at home! I feel that spa days are essential when it comes to pampering yourself. Once you successfully had a spa day, you’ll … Read more
I know it, you know it, and everyone else knows it. Sugar is just bad for our health and there is way too much scientific research and studies that have been done to prove this. But even besides that, many of us still rely on quick, processed foods to replace our meals and give us … Read more
Have you ever noticed that your skin suddenly starts acting up when you’re stressed? Acne breakouts, flare-ups, and rashes tend to become worse when you are going through a stressful period and this is quite a common occurrence. I am quietly sipping on my glass of water while I’m putting the words I want to … Read more
Living with eczema has probably made you go back and forth looking for answers on how to control this common condition many times. Searching for relief from dry, red and itchy skin has probably even made you try a variety of products. Unfortunately, some of these might have left your skin feeling even drier and … Read more
Nothing says summer quite like sweating profusely in the scorching heat. The heat continually gets in the way of our beauty game in summer, and we all know how this can make us look like a hot mess every once and again. And while we are all set and ready for yet another hot summer, … Read more
Summer is our favorite time of the year for many reasons. We can all agree that life is easy in the summer. You can just throw your hubby’s t-shirt on after having a shower and walk around the house in your underwear all day long. In our minds, summer is regarded as the season of … Read more
Our skin starts to show signs of premature ageing as we enter our 20s. The free radical damage of pollution and sun causes the cells that produce collagen in our skin to break down. The skin starts to lose elasticity and wrinkles and spots may appear due to sun damage. This becomes much harder and … Read more
The skin naturally undergoes many changes as we age. When you say goodbye to your 20s and welcome a new decade of life, it is time to start paying closer attention to the skin care habits you have and the products you rely on. When you reach 30, your hormone levels start changing and therefore … Read more
Acne is a chronic, inflammatory and the most common skin condition that’s affecting millions of people in the world. Our sebaceous glands produce an oily liquid called sebum and this substance is what keeps our skin lubricated and prevents moisture from evaporating through the pores. Sebum also carries dead skin cells through the follicles and … Read more
To many of us, the thought of putting oils on our faces brings a really bad breakout image to mind. Facial oils are an old-school beauty secret that can be traced back to the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Indians, and Chinese that have been using essential oils for medicinal and spiritual purposes as well as beauty … Read more
Your face is the most uncovered area of your body and it is always out on the open, exposed to the elements such as sun, wind, and cold. These environmental factors are always present and are actively damaging and disturbing our skin. The most prominent environmental factor leading to skin ageing is our sun & … Read more
Coconut oil in the skincare community is considered to be something of a miracle beauty product and several studies have shown that coconut oil is beneficial for skin’s health. This is one of the few products that you don’t really hear a bad word about and it is often used as the main ingredient in … Read more
With so many questions surrounding men’s skincare – and so many options to choose from – it rarely comes as a surprise that men tend to neglect to look after their skin. Having a good skincare regimen is one of the best habits you can get into as this comes with many benefits. Having amazing … Read more
Dermaplaning is a form of exfoliation that is quickly picking up its popularity in the beauty world due to the amazing and instant results it gives. Dermaplaning is a professional procedure that involves a sharp tool that is used to scrape off the top layer of the skin, which allows for the dead skin cells … Read more
While elaborate and complex skincare routines are currently dominating the market and becoming more and more popular, I believe that we can all agree this can sometimes become overwhelming. It is understandable that there are moments when we all get way too confused while reading about products and that we often become too frustrated to … Read more
Getting makeup to look flawless throughout the day can be quite big of a challenge when you have oily skin. We all know the terrible feeling when our foundation starts to break down, our eyeshadow starts to crease and the blush is nowhere to be seen by the end of the day. I remember that … Read more
How to shrink enlarged pores; Enlarged pores are probably the most common skin concern coming right after acne. Now, the difference between these two concerns is that acne usually comes and goes depending on several factors. Full blown acne breakout usually occurs during our teenage years and it normally disappears when we reach a certain … Read more
After writing a post about post-inflammatory pigmentation (PIH), I thought I’d dedicate one more post on another very similar post-inflammatory condition and that is post-inflammatory erythema or otherwise known as PIE. If you’ve read my previous post, you’d know that post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation are those pesky little brown spots that occur when abnormal production of melanin … Read more
Dry skin is one of the most common skin types and if your skin tends to be on the drier side, this is mainly because of the natural oil that is lacking to keep it soft and supple. Having dry skin is a skin type that’s normally present since birth and in most cases; it … Read more
Dry skin is a common skin type characterized by a lack of natural oil in the most superficial layer of the skin, the epidermis. If left untreated, dry skin can become unbearably tight and uncomfortable and if this persists for a long time it can lead to serious epidermal damage like cracking and infections. Keeping … Read more
Collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies and it works to give our skin its structure and shape. Skin with a good amount of collagen looks more plumped, youthful and it’s stronger. Collagen production depends on the speed of which our cells renew. What this means that the speed renewal process is fast when … Read more
Our skin is a peripheral organ, and what this means is that it is at the very bottom of the priority list when it comes to the distribution of nourishing ingredients because tissue regeneration is more important for internal organs. This also means that due to being the only organ that is exposed to the … Read more
Ance rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition and it affects approximately forty-five million people worldwide. It often begins with a tendency to blush or flush more easily and can lead to more severe cases like extreme redness followed by cystic acne breakouts and sores. What is Acne Rosacea (& How Do You Treat It)? … Read more
I am living on a small, sunny island in Europe and with the beach being across the road, I cannot avoid but see crowds of people every day, doing what normal people do and avoid their sun protection. I get it, people come here on a holiday and going back home without a tan is … Read more
What is post-inflammatory pigmentation, and how do you get rid of it? Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PiH) is a common condition that occurs after inflammation or injury to the skin. It appears as a discolored patch or area visible on the surface that’s left behind after the wound has healed. Sometimes this post-inflammatory pigmentation can be even … Read more
There are many causes for oily skin. I believe that we can safely classify these causes into what we can and cannot change. Oily skin is genetic. This skin type that you inherited from your parents and no, you cannot change that. Hormones play an important role in determining your skin type too — mainly … Read more
The uppermost layer of our epidermis or the stratum corneum consists of several layers of keratinized (hardened) cells tightly packed together. As they contain the protein keratin they are tough and have no nucleus. A cell without a nucleus is a dead cell. Our skin naturally sheds billions of dead skin cells every day. This is … Read more
We all want to have a healthy, glowing skin with the minimum effort. Our busy lifestyle has the tendency of getting in the way of keeping up with every step of our skincare routine. You may find yourself wondering why the products in your routine aren’t doing much for your skin. Is it because you … Read more
Battling acne can be a long and exhausting process. Especially when everything you do seems to be working against you, and your skin constantly feels angry and inflame. As unlikely as it might seem, “Kill them with kindness” is what works with this condition. You have to remember to be patient and not go aggressive … Read more
Raw honey is packed with many components beneficial for your skin, including antioxidants. It helps balance bacteria on your skin, which makes it an excellent product for acneic surfaces. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, raw honey can calm and soothe autoimmune skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. Besides that, it also contains regenerative properties … Read more
How do you know if you have oily skin? This skin type is recognized by excess sebum (natural oil) on certain areas of the face like forehead, nose, and chin – known as the T-zone. But, there are those of us who produce an overabundance of it, and we consider ourselves lucky if our entire … Read more