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Hi, babes! Emma here, and today I'd like to finally answer the age-old question: what's the appropriate amount of facial cleansing one should be doing on a daily basis?  If you're anything like me, I'm inclined to wager that washing your face is as simple and mindless for you as brushing your teeth or applying deodorant. You probably don't give it much consideration, but you undoubtedly do it every day: am I right or am I right? And look, there is absolutely no shame in that. It is a mundane task at the end of the day, no matter how good your cleanser smells. However, cleaning your face - and how you do it - is an essential aspect of your skincare routine. It does demand a little more focused attention, especially when it comes to when and how you're performing it. Cleansing can essentially build the groundwork for the rest of the skincare routine and typically position you for success. So: How Often Should You Wash Your Face? First, let's address the millio...

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, bringing you the latest in skincare news. Today's topic will be focusing on natural retinol alternatives you can include in your routine if for some reason you aren't able to use retinol.  Let me start by saying that there is no denying that retinoids are the most effective skincare compounds. They are the best of the best, and dermatologists adore them for their capacity to provide a long list of skin-related advantages. This class of vitamin A compounds, of which retinol is one example, can pretty much do it all. They diminish fine lines and wrinkles by promoting collagen and elastin formation, cause cells on the surface to slough off, resulting in brighter skin and a more even tone, and reduce excess pigmentation by inhibiting an enzyme required for melanin production. Due to their capacity to assist in maintaining clear pores and their anti-inflammatory properties, retinoids are also a favourite among dermatologists for treating acne. Retinoids ...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and today we'll be discussing something different, something delicate - clean beauty. All of us want to safeguard our health, yet there is no consensus or agreed-upon definition of what "clean beauty" actually entails. The terms "green," "natural," "organic," and "non-toxic" are frequently used interchangeably. A lot of the information we are given about ingredients is actually successful greenwashing, or marketing strategies that use those unregulated phrases to sow anxiety, according to formulation experts and new brands. Consequently, the aforementioned buzz words are unregulated. While scientific research, supplier data, safety data, and toxicological testing are all used to rigorously analyse cosmetic compounds for general safety and concentration, it has become normal practice to cherry-pick studies and remove them from their original context. In short, saying certain things are nice and others are terrib...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and let me introduce you to Borage seed oil, which is by no means a new skincare ingredient, but is just now gaining traction in the world of skincare. Welcome to the party, Borage seed oil! Let's dive right in, shall we? We all know that finding the ideal oil for your skincare routine can occasionally seem like a real chore. Dramatic? Yes. True? Yes. Understanding what your skin can endure might at times feel like there are an infinite number of options, each with unique advantages and features. Many facial oils and serums, for instance, contain borage seed oil. What Is Borage Seed Oil? The seeds of the Borago officinalis, or more simply, a native plant of the Mediterranean, are used to make borage seed oil. Although the entire plant can be used medicinally, the oil is only produced from the seeds, hence the name. The hydrating and antioxidant oil is frequently present in moisturisers. Borage seed oil supplies the fatty acids the skin needs, but it also parti...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and let's talk cleansing balms! What are you doing if you aren't already indulging in the art of double cleansing? It's the missing puzzle piece to obtaining cleaner, smoother skin, and it all starts with investing in the appropriate cleansing balm. The following is how it works: Instead of wiping away your makeup with a wipe (which, I don't know about you, irritates my skin), you use a balm to gently dissolve your foundation, mascara, eyeshadow, and other products—just smooth it over your dry face, add a little water, and it'll melt into a creamy, milky texture that easily removes your makeup. For the rest of your routine, you'll have a completely clean base (think: your regular cream cleanser, serums, treatments, the works). And now that you're sure you need one in your regimen (sorry, makeup wipes), you're in luck: I've rounded up the four best cleansing balms that will always leave your skin feeling fresh. And, because I car...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and today we're in for a wild ride to learn all about probiotics and their relation to skincare, and how they can help acne prone skin.  Acne is by far one of the most common - albeit perplexing, frustrating, and mysterious - skin conditions. Even while we're frequently given broad-brush quick cures in the shape of supplements or topical skin care products, treating breakouts is very individualised and there isn't really a realistic, one-size-fits-all strategy. Consulting a dermatologist is crucial since what works for hormonal chin and mouth-specific breakouts probably won't be the ideal treatment for the odd red furious bump or two. I'd given up on finding a universal miraculous skin treatment, but I started hearing more and more debate regarding the link between healthy skin and gut bacteria. Many individuals claim that adding probiotics (either as a supplement or in skincare products) may be the solution for blemish-prone skin, but could sw...