Blog Posts

  • The Evolution of Vitamin C in Skincare: A Fascinating Fusion of Science and History

    Skincare regimens have always been an integral part of human personal care, dating back centuries. Among the numerous compounds discovered and employed for skincare, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) has emerged as an extraordinary ingredient due to its multifaceted benefits. Its journey from ancient skincare practices to modern scientific breakthroughs has made it a beauty staple.…

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  • C60 Fullerene – The new super star ingredient for your skincare routine

    If you’re looking for a game-changing ingredient in your skincare, look no further than c60 fullerene. This super antioxidant is the star player you didn’t know you needed.

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  • How to Treat Your Skin in Menopause

    Hormonal changes affect our skin. It is blatantly apparent when we are teenagers. But menopause is no picnic either. It can bring about increased dryness, sensitivity, and, in some cases, even acne. Give your skin some comfort and tackle the changes head-on with some simple tips and tricks. Menopause and the skin changes Menopause officially…

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  • Ingredient Highlight – Mugworth

    A true measure of a skincare nerd is the level of excitement they experience once they find an ingredient that their skin loves. Some ingredients have been around for ages, and we all need them in our routines (retinol comes to mind). Others, like vitamin E, might have fallen off the radar. But that doesn’t…

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  • How do an at-home facial

    These are strange, stressful days. If we are lucky enough to be able to work from home, we aren’t going anywhere for at least a few more weeks. It’s understandable wanting to keep busy, it’s our default mode. It is another matter altogether how productive we are. But, now more than ever, it’s important to…

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  • Ingredient Highlight – Azelaic Acid

    Ask any skincare nerd about their favourite ingredient and be prepared to listen about the virtues of retinol/vitamin C/AHAs and what a difference it made to their skin (we are guilty of that, too). But if you have blemish-prone sensitive skin or suffer from rosacea, it can be difficult to find that one ingredient that…

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  • Ingredient highlight – Licorice Root extract

    Hyperpigmentation can be difficult to treat. No matter the source of the problem (sun damage, hormones, or squeezing spots), it takes time and patience to see the results. But conventional treatments prescribed by dermatologist (like Hydroquinone) can sensitise the skin. A natural alternative is licorice root extract. What is licorice root extract? Glycyrrhiza glabra is…

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  • Ingredient Highlight – Ellagic Acid

    One of the ingredients that popped up on our radar recently is Ellagic acid. What is Ellagic acid, and what are its benefits for the skin? Is it an ingredient you should get excited about? What is Ellagic acid? Ellagic acid is a polyphenol with antioxidant benefits. The main sources of Ellagic acid include berries…

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