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Why SPF is Essential
Many people around the world spend thousands on skincare and treatments but fail to realise the importance of Sun Pro...
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COSRX Pimple Patches [Which patch is right for your pimple?]
Pimple patches are hydrocolloid bandages used to help speed up the acne healing process. It is also effective in prev...
Exfoliation 101
As we age, our skins ability to naturally shed its layers of dead skin cells deplete. To help with the process, you c...
Artichoke Extract
Artichoke is the edible bud of the thistle plant. Since its discovery, it has been used for its medicinal properties ...
PPM - What is it and How to interpret it
PPM stands for parts per million, it is a type of measurement unit of concentration and can be found in some skincare...
Centella Asiatica aka Cica Skincare benefits
Centella Asiatica, also known as Cica and Tiger Grass, is a botanical ingredient making its rounds in the skincare in...
Skincare Routine: Sheet Mask 101
Sheet masks are commonplace now and can be found in every retailer, which also means so many options to choose from. ...
What is an Essence? Is it essential?
Essence is a cross between toner and serum which is used to boost hydration levels, repair the skin barrier and enhan...
What are retinoids?
Retinoids have been known as the “royal family” of anti-ageing because they are undeniably one of the most potent act...
Comedogenic Ratings : Is it really pore clogging?
Comedogenic is the tendency for an ingredient to clog our pores. There is a rating system (comedogenic rating) from 0...
How to repair a damaged skin barrier
Our skin is such a complicated yet sophisticated organ. It is made of many layers to keep our bodies protected from e...
Christmas Gifts 2019 – K-Beauty Skincare Gifts under £25
Our Christmas edit won’t burn a hole in your wallet but will make skin appear more radiant, clear and glow, want to k...