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The essential oils of flowers and herbs have been used since the beginning of time for their therapeutic and fragrant properties. These properties have, over the past half-century, been rediscovered and the use of essential oils has become mainstream. However, their increase in popularity hasn’t been without incident as reports...
In one of our recent blogs, we spoke about 8 common skincare mistakes and misconceptions, from going to bed without first removing your makeup, overhauling your entire skincare routine to believing that your skin is adequately protected by the SPF in your moisturiser or makeup. We want you to feel...
With an overwhelming amount of skincare information available, conflicting do’s and don’ts, it’s sometimes hard to know what you should and shouldn’t be doing when it comes to taking care of your skin. We’re here to offer you some guidance on the skincare mistakes you may be making and how...
Your skin barrier is to your skin what frosting is to a cake. Just as frosting acts as a protective barrier and helps lock in moisture to keep the cake at its sumptuous spongy best, your skin barrier defends against external environmental aggressors while simultaneously protecting your skin against water...
Facial pigmentary problems like dark patches, brown marks, liver and age spots are a common skin condition affecting people of all ethnicities and skin types. Although generally not a health concern, they can negatively affect your self-esteem and have a significant impact on your psychological wellbeing.
A sustainable approach to living is something that neither consumers nor brands can ignore any longer. It has been a long time coming, and we finally realise how vital it is to be mindful of our choices and their impact on the planet and the people around us. Most of us know...
Although a toner and an essence might look and feel the same, they are two different products, each with its function in the skincare routine.
Alcohol is one of the most controversial and misunderstood ingredients used in cosmetic skincare formulation. It has a reputation for being drying and irritating and is thought to contribute to premature ageing, destroy skin cells and cause inflammation. But is alcohol really the enemy it’s made out to be? We don’t...
Think about that special friend, the one you can always rely on. You may not see her all the time, but she’s there when you need her. She’s the first person you call when you have exciting news, feel like a girlie night out or need a shoulder to cry...
Holistic relates to the whole of something or to the total system instead of just to its individual parts. Holistic practices aim to treat the whole person, including mind, body and spirit, not just the singular parts.
Harsh cold weather outside combined with dry air inside can influence the skin’s integrity and affect its ability to function optimally. This can result in dry, itchy, irritated, and sensitive skin.
Plums are sweet, but they also have low energy value and are therefore included in various weight loss programs.
Damask rose - the heart of the original line of roses. Damasks are old species and native roses whose origins go way back to the 10th century.
In 1563, Mathiolus wrote: The effect of oats: a soup prepared by soaking oatmeal is good for coughs. Eating it thickens the stool. Like juniper berries, oats also help with gallstones if heated and used to make a hot compress.
There are several types of lavender. We've all heard about the real and false lavender, but what are the distinctions between them, and which one is better? The most commonly grown hybrid variety is lavandin, a lovely, fragrant plant - but unfortunately, with poor therapeutic effects
The serum is considered your skin’s best friend. It is part of the mandatory cosmetic products of every woman who takes her skin care seriously.
