Emma's World

 Hi, babes!  Emma here with a little semi-deep dive into collagen. You've heard about it, you've seen supplements being advertised, and you have some inside you at the very moment, but how much do you actually know about it? Let's pick it apart today, shall we?  It is impossible to discuss anti-aging skincare without bringing up specific elements, one of which includes collagen. What's behind it though? The most significant structural protein in our skin, collagen is also responsible for providing us plump, youthful-looking skin, among other functions. But over time, our collagen degrades due to ageing and other external factors. We resort to whatever we can get our hands on the quickest in an effort to replace that lost collagen, be it collagen lotions, collagen-stimulating substances, collagen supplements - the list really is endless. Things might be rather overwhelming with all the various collagen skincare products on the market, which is why I'm here to guide y...

 Hi, babes!  Emma here with the latest trend in skincare - facial tools! What with all the recent hype around depuffing, it can often be confusing and difficult to discern what you need and what you don't need to incorporate in your routine. Well, I've got you covered, babes.  Without further ado, lets get into it.  1. GUA SHA While gua sha has been a skincare staple for centuries in China, it has proven to be a popular practice amongst skincare junkies these past few years. So what does it entail, exactly? Originally a body treatment, gua sha has since been adapted to be used in facial therapies, with the scraping motion evolving to a gentler gliding technique. And the benefits? Some of the benefits are that the practice stimulates collagen production, stimulates circulation and decreases puffiness. Don't believe me? Try it out for yourself, using this helpful guide:  2. JADE ROLLERS Like gua sha, jade rollers date back to seventh-century China, and crysta...