Emma's World

Hi, babes! Emma here, and today we'll be talking about the key differences between face oils and serums. I'm sure many of you are already familiar with what each does, but I'm still here to provide a deeper understanding for those just starting out.  Serums have become a staple in most beauty routines, from hyaluronic acid solutions that reduce the appearance of wrinkles to vitamin Cs that help to promote a more even skin tone. On the other hand, face oil is a more recent subcategory of skincare, yet it is growing in acceptance. Numerous skincare enthusiasts used to object to the idea of using oil to their faces in the past, and yet today jojoba and marula oils are popular choices for those seeking to soften their skin.  Oil and Water Both oil and water are essential for the skin’s proper function. The dermis holds collagen, elastin, and skin water to give the skin a plump and youthful appearance. The epidermis (skin barrier) contains important skin oils in the form of lipi...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and let me introduce you to the new skin care trend you might have heard of by now as it's been all over TikTok, skin flooding. Let's dive right in, shall we?  It's that time of year when our parched winter skin needs an extra hydration boost. You probably reach for rich, thick creams and plumping, moisturising serums out of instinct. The good news is that you might have the right things in your hands, but stop and consider whether you're utilising them correctly. Fortunately, a popular skincare practice that hydrates dry skin is on TikTok and provides the answer. Introducing skin flooding. The term may sound like a passing phase, but the idea is straightforward. To deliver deeper, longer-lasting moisture, skin flooding requires layering moisturising products in a precise order. It consists of four easy steps: a gentle cleanse, a mist application, the use of one or more serums, and finishing off with moisturising. The main component of this routine...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and today we'll be looking into a fairly novel concept when it comes to skincare. I'm talking about skin fasting, and if you're not familiar with it, stick around so we can learn together. As you might be aware, some people go through a 20-step routine for skincare morning and night. Which occasionally causes me to ponder whether we're using too many products. Let me introduce you to the term “skin fasting”, a growing trend over the past few years and your skin's unique detoxification process. What Is Skin Fasting? In order to give your skin time to breathe, rest, and reset, you can stop using all of your existing skincare products and practises by "skin fasting." In theory, it will enable your skin to operate normally, as it was meant to, without the assistance of skincare products. Although the idea is quite simple, people today will approach it uniquely. There are many levels of how much you eliminate and for how long, much like wi...