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Simple Homemade Face Mask Recipes
If you’re a salon facial fan looking for a cheaper way to get your pampering fix, then why not try some of these simple homemade face mask recipes that you can make yourself without having to even leave your kitchen. As much as we all love the relaxing feel of a salon facial, sometimes when money is tight or time is short, it can be an unattainable luxury so why not check out these simple ideas that will not only save you time but also save you money as well. Banana Mask Yes, the good old banana can be used to make a nice moisturising face mask. Bananas are full…
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The Benefits of Argan Oil for the Skin
There’s always something new and exciting in the world of skin care and argan oil is certainly one of them but what are the benefits of argan oil for the skin that make it so popular. I have used argan oil before for hair care purposes but have never tried it for skin care. As I’m pretty obsessed with anything that’s meant to be beneficial to the skin, I had to dive right into this one to check out what it can actually do. Argan oil is high in Vitamin E, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants, all of which are commonly found in many skin care products especially those for…
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What is the Best Facial Exfoliator, Chemical or Physical?
Exfoliating is an important part of any good skincare routine to remove the buildup of dead skin cells but what is the best facial exfoliator for each skin type or are they a one size fits all type of product? There are so many different types out there to choose from so I wanted to dig down to find out exactly what the differences are and who they are suitable for. A lot of people don’t realise that exfoliating can actually cause more harm than good if done too aggressively or with the wrong type of product that’s too harsh for your skin. Although it’s not the easiest of decisions…
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Clarisonic Skin Care Brush – Review
So I’ve been coming across the Clarisonic skin care brush quite a lot recently and started to wonder whether it was something worth looking into. It seems to have pretty good reviews and quite a large following so I decided that I would give it a try and see what it could do. Unfortunately for me (I’m so indecisive) it turns out that Clarisonic has a whole range of these things ranging from somewhat expensive (depending on who you ask) to super expensive so my first task was trying to decide which one I wanted to try. How It Differs From Cheaper Brushes I have used cheaper cleansing brushes in…
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Eye Wrinkle Cream, Do We Really Need It?
Well, in the world of skincare, everything seems to be a debate and yet again here’s another one. Do we really need eye wrinkle cream or is it just overpriced moisturiser in a smaller package. Well, the debate on this one is pretty hot and I doubt it will come to an end anytime soon. With answers ranging from “yes, it’s an absolute necessity” to “No, it’s no different to your regular moisturiser”, it can be very hard to know which way to sway. Although it’s true that the skin around the eye area is more fragile and sensitive, that doesn’t necessarily mean that the eye area requires different ingredients…
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What Is a Face Serum, And Do I Really Need One
Face serums have become very popular recently and for good reasons too but what is a face serum and do we really need one? Many of us don’t really know what they are or what they can do so I decided to do some research to see what they were all about and if they really were worth the extra expense. The outcome was……well, I’ll put it to you this way, I’ve just recently started including one in my own skin care routine and why I wasn’t using one before now is beyond me. Face serums are one of the most powerful and effective products in anyone’s skin care routine…
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The Benefits of Coconut Oil for the Skin
I’m sure at some stage you’ve all heard about coconut oil being used for hair care but what about the benefits of coconut oil for the skin? Well, the benefits are actually pretty extensive. Coconut oil is one of those things that seems to have many different uses and skin care is certainly one of them so I’ve gone on the hunt to find out exactly what it’s good for and what ways we can use it. Why Is It So Beneficial Coconut oil is full of beneficial fats and proteins that are extremely good when applied topically to the skin. It is filled with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties…
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Things That Are Bad For Your Skin – Are You Sabotaging Your Appearance?
As much as you may be trying your best to keep your skin in good condition, there are things that are bad for your skin that you probably didn’t even realise you were doing and sometimes those little bad habits are undoing all that effort and causing more damage than you could imagine. Do you think you have your skincare down to a fine art but still something isn’t right? Have a look below and see if you are guilty of any of the following skin care crimes that could be undoing all your hard work. Sleeping In Makeup Sleeping in makeup is one of those things that most of…
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Holiday Skin Care Essentials
I don’t know about you but when it comes to summer holidays, my holiday skincare essentials list is as long as a cold winter and I could pretty much fill an entire suitcase with just skin care products alone. I often find myself conflicted over whether to bring that extra pair of shoes or that skin care product that I just can’t be without, I mean seriously, we’re talking about an extra pair of shoes here. Not to mention the look of horror on my husband’s face when he sees my suitcase and realises I haven’t even put any of my clothes in there yet. And let’s face it ladies,…
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The Benefits of Using Facial Toner
Everyone loves a good debate now and again and when it comes to toner, that’s exactly what I found. Many people don’t realise the benefits of using facial toner and I was quite surprised to learn just how many people don’t use one. I personally love my toner, in fact, I couldn’t be without it. So I decided to look into the reasons why people are skipping the toner and share with you the reasons why you may want to consider one. There’s a lot of conflicting information out there about toners and because of this, many people think that toners are either just an optional extra that doesn’t really…
