If you're new to skincare, you might be bombarded with a lot of skincare jargons and products. Don't let that scare you. One very popular jargon used in skincare is 'exfoliating'. In today's post, we explore the world of exfoliation. Exfoliation - What is it? In simple terms, exfoliation means removing dead or old skin cells from the surface or outer layer of the skin. Contrary to popular beliefs, exfoliation can be done on the entire body and not just the face. Types of Exfoliation There are basically three (3) main types of exfoliation Physical Exfoliation This is probably the most common type of exfoliation. It involves the application of a scrub, often granular in nature, on the surface of...
Acne is basically a condition where dead skin cells, bacteria, sebum, hair or particles block the pores of your skin. Acne can occur on any part of the body but usually affects the face. A lot of people suffer from acne which makes it a crucial part of skincare. Truthfully, preventing and treating acne is tough.
Knowing our skin type could be a herculean task if you don't know what to look out for, but it doesn't have to be. Although, we all have unique skin types there are certain tell-tale signs which make us more likely to have normal, dry, oily, sensitive or combination skin. As the name suggests, combination skin type is just having more than one of these different skin types. This means you could have patches of normal, dry, oily or sensitive skin on your face. Some tell-tale signs of combination skin include oily T-zone (chin, nose and forehead areas), large pores, shiny skin and blackheads. As a lot of skincare products are formulated for particular skin types, taking care of combination skin...
Do you know moringa has Vitamin C in it? Not only does it remove dark spots from your face but also boost collagen, prevents the formation of wrinkles and gives you a natural glow. Now back to the dark spots, using moringa or moringa products helps prevent the formation of acne, clears dark spots and pimples.
Using coconut oil works like magic on your skin. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and healing properties which soothes the skin. It can be used as a daily moisturizer or to take off makeup.
