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What Are Stretch Marks? Medically known as striae, stretch marks are a type of scar that develop as your skin stretches or shrinks. These harmless marks can happen to any of us, often showing up around our bellies, breasts, hips, thighs, and butts, and while they don’t have any negative effects on our health, they […]

Acne: It’s Not Just for Teens Largely associated with adolescents and teenagers, acne is something most of us suffer from at some point in life. While usually disappears by the time we hit our 30s, it’s not uncommon for it to persist through adulthood. So, if you’re one of the many adults suffering from acne, […]

Once the reserve of plastic surgeons and skin care specialists, collagen has recently become one of the modern-day skincare industry’s biggest obsessions. So much so that there are thousands of skin care products promoting the benefits of this miracle substance. But what exactly is it? Put simply, collagen is a naturally occurring protein and one […]

There’s nothing that makes us feel more confident than thick, beautiful hair. And in order to maintain that, we need to be cognizant of the difference between hair shedding and hair loss. Hair shedding is a normal phenomenon whereby, on average, we lose between 50 to 100 strands a day. Anything more than that constitutes […]

We get so caught up in the mania of life sometimes! And often we forget to just breathe and practice good skincare! If your routine has become a little slapdash of late, then perhaps it’s time to start from scratch. Here’s how to embrace the basics… Determining your skin type Before you begin, establishing your […]

We all know that Vitamin C is one of the most effective ways of keeping our bodies healthy. And that it’s a brilliant immune booster. But what you may not be quite so aware of is that it’s absolutely fantastic for your skin!  In fact, it is pegged as being one of the safest, most […]

Summer is almost at its peak and the great outdoors beckons to us over the festive season. With this in mind, it would do us well to be reminded of the essentials of sunscreen. Our skin accounts for a massive 16% of our body weight and is the largest organ in our body. So it’s […]

There’s nothing as important, in the world of makeup, as a good foundation. More than any other cosmetic application, it is the one that quite literally sets the tone for your entire look, ensuring that your skin appears smooth and glowing. Even those blessed with flawless complexions will gain from using this fundamental product… because […]

With a growing global hype on the use of cannabinoids in almost everything from food to pharmaceuticals, it’s important to know what the buzz is all about. Here are some skincare related highs and lows that you should be aware of before you embark on your CDB journey… The difference between CBD and THC Both […]