Most modern anti-aging skin care products focus on powerhouses like Retinol, Vitamin C and phytoactives from natural botanicals. However, neuropeptides/biomimetic peptides like ‘Argireline’ are quite underrated and are less frequently talked about. It’s a great option if you want Botox like results, but without going under the needles. Neuropeptides are definitely much safer than neurotoxins…
The Many Skin Care Benefits of Stevia Leaf Extract
Not just a natural sugar substitute, Stevia also has proven to have wonderful benefits for promoting healthy skin! Stevia Leaf extract is rich in antioxidants like kaempferol, phytonutrients, vitamins and trace elements. Topical application in clinically proven ratios is beneficial for both sensitive and aging skin issues. Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is an herbal plant with…
How to Spot Greenwashing in Skin Care
Terms like ‘Eco-friendly’, ‘Natural’ or ‘Organic’ are trendy buzzwords of the corporate greenwashing industry. However.. remember to never judge a book by its cover! Any ethical company cares deeply about long-term results and lack of side-effects regarding the products they make and had an in-depth vision about the quality and efficacy of the products/formulas they…
Salicylic Acid for Skin
Unlike many questionable skin care ingredients, Salicylic Acid is one of the safest and an effective remedy, that’s especially recommended for acne-prone skin. SA can now be found in a host of skin care products. It’s not only a star ingredient for oily and blemish prone skin, but is also used in many targeted serums…
Things You Should Know Before Using Hydroxy Acids
Hydroxy Acids, including Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids (AHAs & BHAs), have gained a reputation in recent years of providing clinical benefits to the skin. The most popular among them include citric acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, etc. (learn more). However, choosing the right hydroxy acid-based formula for your skin type can be quite challenging….
Natural Skin Brightening Alternatives to Hydroquinone
Do you suffer with dark (sun) spots, freckles, or other signs of hyperpigmentation? Exposure to UV rays, hormonal imbalances, aging, and stress, along with several other genetic and environmental factors can lead to these dark spots/melasma and uneven skin tone. To combat this, Hydroquinone is one of the most popular topical solutions for treating hyperpigmentation,…
The Many Benefits of Flower Extracts in Skin & Hair Care
Flower extracts have been used as distillations in aromatherapy, perfumery, medicinal treatments and natural skin & hair care for over 2,000 years. These floral extracts/essential oils not only add color and luxurious fragrance to products, but they are highly prized in the ‘clean beauty’ genre for their outstanding healing and cell rejuvenating properties. Just a…
Understanding the Culprits Behind Blackheads/(Comedogenicity) and the Best Non Comedogenic Oils
One of the most common causes of blackheads, and acne breakouts is the use of ‘Comedogenic’ products. If you have sensitive or acne-prone skin with visible pores, it’s especially important to read labels and be selective about using p potentially pore clogging ingredients. Understanding terms like ‘comedogenicity’, ‘comedogenic ratings’ and using clean, organic, non-comedogenic products…
Effective Skin Care Without Any ‘Magic’
‘Instantly Bid goodbye to skin problems’, ‘Face serums can magically transform your skin’, ‘Miracles in Skin Care’, ‘Magic Creams’, etc. Over the years, these and many similar catchy marketing driven headlines/phrases have successfully become a mainstay of promotional strategies when it comes to Skin Care. The question remains though “Are you actually seeing real, measurable…
