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  • how to store sunscreen to keep it effective for longer

    The Sunscreen Mistake You’re Probably Making

    I used to be so reckless with sunscreen. Before my mid 20s, I only used it at the beach (read: never. Going to the beach is my idea of hell – I know, weirdo). The few times I was dragged there, I would begrudgingly put sunscreen on, and then leave the bottle lying wherever. In […]

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    Active Ingredients in Sunscreen Products

    Do you know what are the active ingredients in sunscreens, especially YOUR sunscreen? You’d better. Cos not all sunscreens give you adequate sun protection. Some are lazy and only keep you safe from UVB rays. They can get away with this because SPF only refers to the level of protection from UVB rays. Crazy, I […]

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    Glyceryl Stearate: What Does It Do In Skincare Products?

    Is Glyceryl Stearate green? This is one of those annoying ingredients that pops up in all skincare products, traditional and organic. Its name doesn’t sound natural, yet it’s on none of the “Avoid-at-all-costs” lists. No one talks about it. Ever. Time for a change. Here’s everything you need to know about this ingredient in skincare: […]

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    Ingredients That Fight Dandruff

    Ever wondered how what the best dandruff treatments are and how to get rid of dandruff? I’m an expert here cos dandruff and I have been frenemies for ages. Or better, dandruff hangs around my head all the time like it wants to be my BFF. Me? I’ve been trying my best to get rid […]

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    5 Interesting Facts About Sunscreen You Probably Didn’t Know About

    How well do you know your sunscreen? I bet that little tube you’re using every day (because you are using it every day, RIGHT?) has been keeping secrets from you. It probably evaded the question when you asked it what the heck SPF is. And it may have forgotten to mention that not all members […]