I used to meet with many brand founders in my previous role working for a large cosmetics retailer. I was sent for education seminars to meet with the brand founders or their marketing team who had come from overseas to promote the brand or a new product line. I...
Face oils are not only for dry skin types: When I was trying to solve my oily skin problems I reluctantly started using a face oil. It seemed counterintuitive for oily skin to apply oil but I had been doing my research and decided it sounded rational. People with...
Early Days and Fake Tan: Before getting to how to achieve the best fake tan imaginable, let me tell you why I am qualified to give this advice. I started fake tanning as a teenager in the 90s. The products had no indicator colour so you could not see...
Vitamin A or retinol is known as the best anti-ageing ingredient in skincare. As with all skincare, I think that serums are where you get the best value for your money so I will discuss what I consider to be the best 3 Vitamin A aka retinol serums. I...
Yes, maskne is a thing. This is probably the only issue that everyone can agree on right now… that wearing masks causes maskne; proven by the existence of a name for the affliction! So while everyone argues about everything else, let’s get to the causes , treatments and how...
Before I get to my 3 best facial scrubs and exfoliators, let me explain why we should exfoliate. Why Exfoliate? When I was working in retail it was so common for customers to come in with skin that was in desperate need of exfoliation. They were often coming in...
I have had the opportunity to try hundreds of skincare products over the years and assess which are the best not only from my own experience but from feedback from my customers. When I am looking at reviews online for a particular product it frustrates me that most blogs...
My skincare routine involves five active days and two rest days. Much like an exercise routine where your body needs rest, so too does your skin when using actives. This is particularly true when using retinol products. The skin definitely needs some TLC days. Active Days: On my five...
Friends and clients often ask me about a particular skincare product and whether it is worth purchasing. Recently a friend asked about a $500 moisturiser and I looked at the ingredients and could not find anything in there that justified the cost. My answer to her was that for...
I hate Sunscreen But It Is Essential: I think many people will relate to my hatred of sunscreen. I know that it is probably taboo to even state that I hate it and as a skincare blogger I am probably expected to get excited about sunscreen. However, it is...
