peptides
5 skincare ingredients to stimulate collagen production
Skin aging is a complicated process. How our skin behaves as we get older is down to intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Intrinsic factors are internal and include our genetics, metabolism, and hormone processes. Extrinsic factors are external and are primarily down to our lifestyle (daily exposure to pollution, how much sun we are getting, etc.). […]
How to care for sensitive eyes
The skin underneath the eyes is particularly delicate and the first to show the signs of aging. Likewise, it shows whatever might be going on in our lives, from insomnia to medical conditions. But what to do if the skin is sensitive too? How can you alleviate the discomfort of sensitive eyes? What kind of […]
Ingredient highlight – amino acids
Amino acids might not be on your skincare radar. However, due to their nature, they are critical for our skin health. What are amino acids, and how do they benefit the skin? Should you include them in your routine? What are amino acids? Considered the building blocks in our bodies, amino acids are imperative for […]
Ingredient highlight – peptides
It is easy to get confused with a variety of skincare ingredients available on the market. One of the more confusing ones is peptides. They are advertised as a star ingredient for signs of aging, but are peptides that effective? What are peptides, and how do they benefit the skin? Which ones should you look […]
Collagen myths debunked
Collagen is one topic that inevitably comes up when we talk about aging and skin. It is one of the things we need to keep our skin plump and youthful. If you look at any beauty aisle, you’ll find plenty of products with “collagen” displayed prominently on the packaging. But do these products and supplements […]