Skincare Blog | Skincare Made Easy
Can you get sunburn in the shade of a building? You’d think the answer’s a straight-up no, right? I mean, you’re sitting in the shade, not under the blazing sun, so how could you possibly burn? But yep… you totally can. Shade helps, but it doesn’t mean you’re safe. Here’s why: the sun doesn’t just […]
Beach vs mountain: where do you think you’re more likely to get a sunburn? Growing up in a beach town, I always knew I had to wear sunscreen at the beach (mind you, no one told me for years I had to wear it every day, everywhere) to avoid a sunburn. But I hate the […]
If you’re on the hunt for a mineral sunscreen that actually gets sensitive skin, chances are you’ve stumbled across more than one Attitude sunscreen review online. But with so many formulas-baby, tinted, fragrance-free, stick, and more, it’s hard to tell which one’s actually worth your money. That’s where this roundup comes in. I’ve tested (and […]
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 […]
Let’s talk about the base tan myth: should you get one before you head off to your beach holiday?The idea is tempting, right? A bit of pre-holiday colour, a “head start” tan so you don’t burn when you finally hit the beach. It sounds logical. Strategic, even. What could go wrong? EVERYTHING. The base tan […]
Do darker skin tones need sunscreen? I hear this all the time: “I don’t need sunscreen. My black skin has an inbuilt SPF.” Cool story. Still not true. Yeah, melanin gives you some natural protection. But not enough to skip sunscreen. At all. Saying you don’t need it is like thinking you can walk in […]
