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The Stratum Corneum Is Not Dead…It Is Very Alive
One of the oldest stories still being spread even by Dermatologists is that the stratum corneum is dead. This could not be further from the truth. The assertion that it is dead comes from research that is over 30 years old. One of the issues in any industry is the failure of any expert to…
Lavender Essential Oil – Should It Really Be In Cosmetics
One of the things that has always interested me is why cosmetic companies use aromatherapy oils so liberally. You only have to glance at the cosmetic shelf to find orange oil, lemon oil, bergamot oil and lavender oil being used frequently in cosmetics and a question I always ask is what is the purpose…
Exfoliation – How much is too much?
Exfoliating our skin can become an addiction. Your skin feels so much smoother and softer after you exfoliate, because of this many consumers think that if a little is good then a lot of exfoliation must be better. Over exfoliation however can cause some serious damage to your skin and can predispose you to premature…
Using Oil As A Moisturiser……Why your not doing your skin any favours.
“I’ve been using Rosehip oil as a night cream…but it doesn’t seem to be as moisturising as my night cream. What am I doing wrong?” Take a quick look on the net and you will find a host of sites recommending the use of oils in place of a moisturiser, but is this really the…
Do You Need A Toner…..or Are They A Waste of Money?
Year ago skin toners were fashionable, but lately they don’t seem to be as well accepted. Many consumers think they are unnecessary product and that using a toner does not make any difference to their results. However a well-formulated toner can make such a difference to the results you get from your products. Besides having…