• nivea urban detox mask

    Do Detox Skincare Products Work? The Truth About ‘Skin Detox’

    Can you really detox your skin? No. Skincare products can’t pull toxins out of your body or “detox” your skin in the literal sense. What they can do is cleanse away buildup, absorb excess oil and help keep pores clear, which is what most “detox” skincare is really doing. “Detox” is one of the beauty industry’s favourite buzzwords. Charcoal […]

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  • paula's choice bha exfoliants guide

    Best Paula’s Choice BHA Exfoliant: Which One Is Right For You?

    Remember the days you couldn’t find a BHA exfoliant to save your skin? Paula’s Choice took care of that – with a vengeance. BHA, aka salicylic acid, gets inside your pores to clear out excess oil, blackheads and breakouts, making it the best exfoliant for oily and acne-prone skin. Last time I counted, the brand […]

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  • sunscreen drops for face

    Do Sunscreen Drops Work When Mixed With Moisturizer or Makeup?

    Do sunscreen drops provide adequate sun protection from UV radiation? If you’re talking about SPF drops you mix into moisturiser, serum or foundation, I wouldn’t rely on them for the SPF on the label. Once you mix sunscreen with another product, you’re no longer using the formula in the way it was tested. You may also end up applying too little sunscreen or […]

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