Dealing with congestion and blocked pores

Dealing with congestion and blocked pores – is one of those skin issue that affects everyone at one time or another. I am going to take you through the whys and how’s - from the causes, to how to get rid of them and to what they actually are. Let’s look at how to...

Fix your dry menopausal skin from inside out

The hormonal shifts we go through during our menopausal period play havoc with our skin. Besides suddenly finding ourselves covered in pigmentation, dry spots, lines, wrinkles and sagging – the hardest issue we have to deal with is the unbearable dryness which no...

How to age gracefully using ethical beauty

  How to age gracefully using ethical beauty. I believe that ageing is a natural journey, a testament to the wisdom and experiences we gather over time, I love all of my pigmentation spots (within reason) because each of them reminds me of days in the sun,...

Why is drinking a glass of water when you wake up so important?

  Why is drinking a glass of water when you wake up so important?  It is common knowledge for all of us  - about the importance of staying hydrated, drinking 8 glasses or water a day – or depending on which wellness guru you follow – possibly more or possibly...

Hyaluronic Acid can cause skin issues

Hyaluronic Acid can cause skin issues. Hyaluronic acid (HA) has become ‘the magic ingredient’ in skincare, widely celebrated for its ability to hydrate and plump the skin. Found in serums, moisturizers, and even makeup, HA is often marketed as a miracle ‘solve all...
Polyphenols – your coffee, tea and wine are good for you!

Polyphenols – your coffee, tea and wine are good for you!

  Does not matter which healthy eating plan you are on – there is one rule that applies for all diets: eat lots of plants. If it comes from the ground, chances are it’s good for you. (Okay, except for those mushrooms that will kill you or give you interesting...

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Are your whiteheads actually Milia? Not pimples?

If you have little whiteheads on your eyes and or cheeks – these are actually not pimples – they are Milia.
Milia are the most stubborn, unsightly and annoyingly hard to get rid of skin inflictions which can affect skins of all ages.

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