Glycolic Acid is a fruit acid and a member of the skin-friendly AHA (alpha-hydroxy acids) family. It is naturally derived from sugar cane, although most glycolic acid these days is created in a lab. What makes glycolic acid so special is that it contains teeny tiny molecules, meaning it can easily penetrate the skin. This… Read More Why We Love Glycolic Acid
Aging is a funny thing, isn’t it? While we have no issues getting older or gaining the life experience and confidence that comes along with it, we are in no hurry to gain some of the other things that come along with it; namely fine lines and wrinkles. And while we have accepted that we… Read More Why Wrinkle-Free Skin Isn’t a Dream
كلنا نطمح في الحصول على بشرة مثالية، خالية من الشوائب ومتوازنة. لا يجب أن يكون هذا الأمر صعب المنال، ولكن معظمنا، للأسف، يعاني بشكل دائم من الشوائب، البقع والأهم من ذلك كله، فرط التصبغ. فرط التصبغ هو ما يحصل حين تنتج البشرة نسبة كبيرة من الميلانين مما يتسبب بالبقع الداكنة وتلون البشرة. بالرغم من كون… Read More الدليل الآمن لتفتيح البشرة
We all want perfect, flawless, evenly-toned skin. It feels like that shouldn’t be too much to ask for, but unfortunately many of us battle with issues like blemishes, spots, and most of all, hyperpigmentation. Hyperpigmentation basically means ‘too much pigment’, and is what happens when your skin produces too much melanin leaving you with dark… Read More The Safe Guide to Skin Lightening
Are you tired of looking tired? Affecting both men and women, persistent dark circles are a common problem. Luckily, there are a number of options available to those who want to say goodbye to those panda eyes. With a little more effort and work, you can make those dreary circles disappear for good. Somehow, no… Read More Dark Circles – Causes and Cures
Have you noticed small, dark spots on your face or any other parts of your body? If so, you’re not alone; it’s very common, especially here in the Middle East. If you have them, you’ve probably wondered how to get rid of them. Fear not! The steps below will help you learn how to get… Read More Wave Goodbye to Dark Spots
There are so many reasons to exfoliate your face; it increases circulation, removes dead skin cells and impurities that can dull skin or cause breakouts, softens rough patches, and reveals younger and healthier skin. Regular exfoliation can also reduce breakouts, smooth out wrinkles and fine lines, and even fade hyperpigmentation. With so many amazing benefits,… Read More Our Favorite Facial Exfoliants
Time and time again, we hear experts sing the praises of Vitamin C but why is it so incredibly essential? The answer: Vitamin C is an antioxidant that strengthens blood vessels and gives skin its elasticity and strength. However, Vitamin C is water-soluble. Meaning, your body cannot store it or accumulate it, so you would… Read More The Vitamin C ingredient
The holy month of Ramadan is upon us, bringing with it a wonderful sense of family and community. While Ramadan mornings can be quiet, the evenings are filled with family and friends reconnecting and a general sense of happiness and solidarity is in the air. Fasting is a big component of Ramadan, Muslims all over… Read More Taking Care of Your Skin During Ramadan
Here in the heat of the Middle East we love to have the look of a sun-kissed skin. I have already covered Safe Tanning tips in one of the previous posts, but the most sensible way of getting a bronze glow is a self-tan, no sun required! Jan Marini Bioglycolic Sunless Self Tanner – Not a… Read More Your Guide to A Safe Glow
