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Welcome to the sunny season! As the days are longer and temperatures are high, your skincare routine should adapt. Whether you’re lounging by the pool or exploring the great outdoors, your skin deserves some extra TLC. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about summer skincare. Let’s...
Inflammaging, or inflamm-ageing, is a chronic, low-grade inflammation that develops with advanced age, even without overt infection. While inflammation is essential for protecting against infections and healing, prolonged inflammation can harm our health. When talking about skin and inflammation, inflammageing refers to low-level, chronic inflammation caused by exposure to environmental...
As the vibrant hues of spring blossom around us, it's time to refresh and rejuvenate our skincare routines to match the season's spirit. With the transition from the dryness of winter to the blooming warmth of spring, our skin's needs evolve, calling for a tailored regimen that embraces hydration, gentle...
Elevating Your Beauty Ritual with Texture, Scent, and ExperienceSkincare isn't just about addressing skin concerns—it's a sensory experience that engages all our senses, from the luxurious texture of a moisturizer to the calming aroma of essential oils. At Flower and Spice, we believe in harnessing the power of sensory elements...
Our skin is constantly affected by external factors in its interaction with the environment. Pollution encompasses a myriad of environmental contaminants, each posing unique threats to our skin's health and well-being. From exhaust gases emitted by vehicles to the acrid smoke of cigarettes and the dense haze of urban smog,...
Maintaining healthy and radiant skin is a goal shared by many, leading to a plethora of information about skincare routines, products, and practices. However, amidst the abundance of advice, several myths persist, potentially steering individuals away from achieving their skincare goals. Let's delve into 7 common skincare myths and debunk...
In our quest for holistic well-being, we often find ourselves seeking the perfect blend of relaxation, rejuvenation, and self-care. Skincare and aromatherapy are two practices that have long been cherished for their individual benefits. However, what happens when we combine the power of these two disciplines?
If you're interested in skincare, you may have heard of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) - a group of acids commonly found in skincare products. AHAs are known for their ability to exfoliate the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and even out skin tone. In this blog, we...
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...
