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Ah, silicones. No one wants them. But, when they aren’t there, everyone complains. Well, they don’t complain of a lack of silicones. They complain of thick pastes that spread like chalk or hair that refuses to be combed through. You know, all those things silicones are there to fix. Turns out, silicones are quite the […]
Have you heard of Dicaprylyl Carbonate? It’s one of those ingredients that lurks in almost all your skincare products and has a suspect name that makes it look a little… well, it’s not natural, is it? Should you worry? Not really. Here’s why: What Is Dicaprylyl Carbonate? Dicaprylyl Carbonate is a colourless and odourless (almost!) […]
Is fragrance in skincare bad? According to skincare guru Paula Begoun, it’s the devil incarnate… Me? I don’t go that far, but I do have a weird skincare rule: if it smells good, I don’t put it on my skin. No, I don’t like using products that stink (hello, Skinceuticals CE Ferulic!). And yes, I […]
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 […]
Is Ammonium Laureth Sulfate in skincare dangerous? You’ll usually find it on all the to-avoid skincare ingredients lists, but what did it do to deserve a spot there? Is it as dangerous as people claim or are people making a fuss about nothing again? Let’s investigate what science says: What Is Ammonium Laureth Sulfate? Scientific […]
Should you avoid TEA-Lauryl Sulfate? It’s one of the most effective surfactants out there. Translation: it removes even the most stubborn of dirt and grime. But, it comes at a cost: it can dry out your skin (and scalp). So should you use it or ditch it with something gentler? Let’s find out: What Is […]
