This may come as a surprise but when it comes to taking a shower, there are some bad practices. You may be doing these on your blind side but hey, there's no cause for alarm...yet. If you've been doing these in the shower, it's time to say bye-bye to them. Staying too long in the shower You don't need to spend too much time in the shower especially if you're using lukewarm to warm water. The longer you do, the more you strip your skin of its natural oils. A 5-minute shower does the trick. You're not sure of the ingredients in your skincare products Not all products are ideal for your skin type. Knowing the kind of ingredients in...
Having sensitive skin is a blessing in disguise. You get to carefully select the type of products to use on your skin. It gets better, what you eat plays a huge role on your skin care as well. In case you're lost in what you should and should not do, here are a few tips to get you going. Be selective about what you eat One of the best things you can do for your skin, is to be very selective of what you eat especially if you have sensitive skin. Brightly coloured fruits and leafy-green vegetables are a great place to start from. You might also want to monitor how your skin reacts to other foods such as fish,...
Having darker skin tone is no excuse for not caring for your skin. Caring for your skin is essential for all skin types. Certain tips and tricks work for different skin tones. For darker skin shades, here are a few skincare tips to keep you going. Choose your products well Ideally, go in for products formulated for darker skin. Most importantly, be on the lookout for certain ingredients in your products. Ingredients such as Water, Aloe Vera, Essential Oils and the likes. The Pamper-me kit from Kaydua Luxury with predominantly Ghana Chocolate variants has all the essential ingredients and products needed to care for darker skin shades. Use sunscreen Throw out the notion that sunscreen is for lighter shades only....
Christmas in our part of the world screams one thing, the harmattan. The harmattan is no joke. This extremely dry weather comes with a lot of dust and very dry hair. Apart from it being extremely uncomfortable, it has dire effects on the skin if not treated well. So what can you do to make sure your skin does not suffer unduly from the harmattan? Limit your time in the shower We get it. You might want to organize a whole concert in the shower but do limit your bath time to about 5 to 10 minutes. Staying too long in the shower strips off your natural oils. You do need all the natural oils you can get during this period. Shower...
How you start your day matters. This isn't just for skincare but anything at all. For skincare, the morning routine you adopt plays a major role in the overall health of your skin. Here are some must-do steps you need to add to your skincare regimen for healthier and naturally glowy skin. Cleanse your face No matter how late you are in the morning, do not skip cleansing your face. If you have oily skin, cleanse your face with a gentle and moisturizing soap such as the Shea Butter Bar Soap. Use lukewarm water or room temperature water. Do not use hot water. You can follow this up with the Facial Cleanser. Do not forget to cleanse the neck area...
