Hyaluronic acid is one of the skincare ingredients you’ll see almost everywhere. With almost every beauty product and skincare brand embracing this holy grail humectant, chances are you already use it. But, what is it about hyaluronic acid that makes it so exceptional? We give you the exact details on this skincare powerhouse and why you should consistently use it for better results.
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Have you heard of Shiseido skincare? Finding the perfect skincare product is much harder than it seems so when you find a brand that everyone raves about, it’s worth exploring more. Enter Shiseido, a Japanese skincare & cosmetic giant that takes fool-proof formulas and combines them with tested traditions and innovations.
Shiseido has history embossed in their products. The brand started in 1872 in Ginza, Tokyo, as the first western-style private pharmaceutical company in Japan. Their consistent innovation led them from releasing the first toothpaste in Japan to a globally renowned cosmetic brand. The brand aimed to mix tradition, aesthetics and western science, to build the founding principles for most of its skincare. Fun fact: Shiseido formulated the 4-step skincare routine that is now quintessential to our regimens!
Founded to innovate beauty for the world, here are five Shiseido products that deserve all the hype they’re getting. Take note, and make sure to add these to your skincare routine!
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Don’t have time for a multi-step Korean beauty routine? Fret not, as we’ve done all the hard work for you and picked the most important steps in a Korean skincare routine. And while a typical Korean beauty routine consists of more than ten steps, we’ve narrowed it down to 5 uncomplicated, easy-to-follow ones. Just remember to embrace layering and be open to trying new textures and products – we promise there’s better skin at the end of it!
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Tiny white bumps or what is called Milia is quite a common skin condition. If you too have seen these tiny bumps on your face, ignore the urge to pluck or squeeze them out! Read on to find out everything you need to know and manage these annoying, albeit cosmetic bumps.
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You’ve probably heard of Youngblood Makeup. For over twenty-three years now, Youngblood has been creating high-performing, healthy cosmetics for customers around the world. The brand was started to fill a need for clean cosmetic formulas that can provide good coverage. Today, Youngblood Makeup stands as a pioneer of clean, luxury cosmetics and is a must for every beauty wardrobe.
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Teen makeup may not be as simple as it seems, especially so when you’re just about starting. There’s a different brush for every part of your face, and choosing the perfect shade is as hard as the next science experiment. There are so many colours and products to choose from, that the sheer variety can feel overwhelming, if not impossible!
We have all been there! Here are some nifty tips for teen makeup so you know how to look good and naturally so.
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Do you want better skin? Then you’ll need to stave off these common skincare mistakes men are known to make. Most men follow a simple skincare routine. Wash, moisturise and SPF. The thing is, if you aren’t paying attention to the various ways your skin is getting exposed to external aggravators, sun, dirt and the likes, you’re setting it up for acne, wrinkles and more. Read on to find out the greatest skincare mistakes men make and what you can do instead.
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Have you ever wondered about the effect of stress on your skin? Whether it is the global pandemic, living away from family, a recession or personal matters, they all add to tension and anxiety. What’s more, these are seen to have a cascading effect on your skin and hair – case in point, pimples before an important meeting!
Today, we explore the various ways that stress can affect your skin and what you can do about it.
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Gym acne or post-workout breakouts can be a pain in the butt, quite literally! It’s hard enough keeping up with our fitness goals, add post-workout pimples to the mix and you have yet another excuse to stop exercising.
First of all, know that gym-related acne is a pretty common concern and should not feel embarrassing. The sweat and bacteria from workout equipment and clothes can lead to skin troubles, which luckily are preventable! Today, we look at the small changes in your daily habits that can make a big difference to gym acne. Read on and find out how you too can keep post-workout acne at bay!
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Want to change up your skincare for winter or the cooler months to come? Winter may seem the perfect season for a hot cup of coffee, snuggling in cosy corners and enjoying all the sunshine you get. But when it comes to beauty, the cold weather is a sign to switch up your skincare routine. Constant exposure to heating and low temperatures can suck out the moisture from your face and strip off natural oils that keep it healthy. The cold weather also makes your skin prone to dryness, irritation, and redness.
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The year that was. 2020 taught us many things – how to use Zoom, lounge in sweatpants endlessly, and work on our skin! Last year, many people took their skincare game to the next level by ‘Google-ing’ what works best for their skin type. We’ve narrowed down the most searched skincare ingredients that defined the skincare scene in 2020. Best you added these to up your game too!
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You are probably wondering: you get more than enough sleep every night and religiously apply eye cream,
yet you have dark circles that don’t seem to fade. Yes, dark circles are common, but if you can’t seem to
go out without putting an extra layer of concealer under your eyes, then you need a skin-intervention!
Read on for tips on how to banish dark under-eye circles and why you may be getting them. We promise, brighter eyes at the end!
