When life gives you lemon, lemonade isn’t the only that can come out of it. There was a time where DIY skin-remedies were all the rave and lemon was definitely one of the core ingredients to practically almost every home-remedy. Either using lemon juice+yogurt as a face mask, or lemon+sugar as a face scrub. Been there, done that! But have you ever wondered why lemon, why not other fruits like apples or its citrus-sister orange? This is largely because lemon...
TikTok seems to be the new skincare and beauty guru, soon overtaking Google as people's go to search engine for beauty recommendations. So help you narrow down all the thousands of videos on your for you page we have compiled a list of our top 10 TikTok skincare bestsellers. Klairs Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil Composed of various oils, the Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil is the best first step cleanser to maintain the skin's moisture while effectively removing dirt,...
All skincare should be safe, but truth be told, skin-lightening ingredients don’t have the best track record. For this, we have mercury to blame. Any skincare products that can make you fair in such a short time are always associated with mercury. Mercury is inexpensive, effectively removes dark spots, and lightens your skin. But mercury is very harmful to your health, and our government has banned few products that contain mercury. But do not worry. There are many safe skin-lightening ingredients...
A new brand in town A La Carte may very well just be the best new affordable dupe for The Ordinary! With high-quality products from just RM19, you certainly get your money's worth, we certify it as wallet-friendly! Definitely in line with their motto 'Accessible by everyone, for everyone'! Keeping in mind our hot and humid South East Asian weather, all skincare product''s formulas are lightweight and non-sticky. Every product is formulated with minimal ingredients, no fragrance and no unnecessary additions to ensure 'no bullshit'...
The world has enough products that don't work and cost too much: Good Molecules is here to change this. All the way from San Francisco, Good Molecules is a budget-friendly skin care brand that makes effective products using ingredients backed by science at an affordable price tag. The idea behind Good Molecules is simple: skincare that works for your skin but at a fair price that is safe for you and the planet. Good Molecules Discoloration Correcting Serum Improve the appearance...
Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is essential for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues. It aids the formation of collagen, which helps to strengthen your skin, as well as increase elasticity and hydration so your skin is youthful and plump. Benefits include: safe for most skin types hydration brightening reduce redness reduce hyperpigmentation reduces the appearance of under-eye circles promotes collagen production may help prevent sagging may protect against sun damage may soothe sunburns may help wound healing The...
There's nothing stopping you from clear, dewy skin! Now, matte skin is no longer what people thrive to achieve, instead people start looking for ways to achieve that glass-like skin. And the one thing standing between you and glass-skin are those unwanted blemishes/spots that may appear singular or plural. Nonetheless, they aren’t wanted. Those blemishes/spots are called hyperpigmentation and many associate hyperpigmentation to be a sign of ageing skin which is why you’ll see many anti-aging products promoting to help reduce hyperpigmentation....
We know you all love The Ordinary as much as we at Threebs do as well, so we thought why not shed some light on the lesser known products which are equally as amazing! Read below to learn more about our hidden gems of EUK 134 0.1%, Ethylated Ascorbic Acid 15%, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate and Pycnogenal 5%. Protect your skin with EUK 134 0.1%! The increase of scientific names, terms and abbreviations for ingredients are extremely confusing for anyone getting into...
What is the correct order to do your skincare routine? In general, products are best applied in increasing order of thickness. If you’re just starting out in the skincare game, keep it simple by using a cleanser, moisturizer, and sunscreen in the morning and a cleanser and moisturizer at night. For dry skin types, a face oil or hydrating serum can be included. For acne-prone skin, a retinoid or topical acne medication is a reasonable addition. It is important to...
Great skin is not simply down to your genes or DNA its down your daily habits and your skincare routine. But there are so many differing opinions from how to cleanse to what moisturiser to use as well as so much misinformation on the internet. The exact order to apply skincare product: Day 1. Cleanser2. Toner3. Serums4. Eye Cream5. Spot Treatments6. Moisturiser7. Face Oil8. Sunscreen Night 1. Makeup Remover2. Cleanser3. Toner4. Serums5. Eye Cream6. Spot Treatments7. Moisturiser8. Retinol9. Face Oil Know your skin type...
Active ingredients are an integral part of product formulation which address specific concerns, so it is vital for you to know which you need to get the perfect skin of your dreams! Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) Purpose: Gently exfoliates your skin, removing dead skin cells, allowing new ones to be generated. Helps to even out and smooth your skin. Common ones include glycolic acid, lactic acid and mandelic acid. Skin type: All skin types, even sensitive. What you can...
Castor oil works not just for your hair but skin as well I think we can all agree that we’ve seen castor oil pop up on social media multiple times, especially when it comes to enhancing eyelash growth or hair growth in general. But this star-studded face oil isn’t only great for your hair but skin as well. Historically, in ancient Egypt, it was used and regarded as an immunity-boosting elixir as it is packed with omega-6 fatty acids, amino...
What is AHA & BHA? AHA stands for alpha hydroxy acid. BHA stands for beta hydroxy acid, both skin exfoliants. The product image above is a very popular toner cleanser made by Some By Mi.AHAs are water-soluble acids made from sugary fruits. They help peel away the surface of your skin so that new, more evenly pigmented skin cells may generate and take their place. After use, you’ll likely notice that your skin is smoother to the touch.On the other hand, BHAs...
We know its hard to find products that are reputable and work for everyone, so we have compiled holy grail, cult favourites here at Threebs voted by all of you! Cleansers COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser A foam cleanser for oily skin, containing botanical purifying ingredients and salicylic acid to take care of excess dead skin cells and sebum.It gently removes impurities and excess sebum while fighting pimples and blemishes, leaving skin soft and smooth without the stripping feeling....
What are AHAs? (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) AHAs stands for Alpha Hydroxy Acids. They are derived from sugar cane or other plant sources and are often called fruit acids. AHAs are chemical exfoliants that help with improving the skin’s complexion and texture, revealing a dewy glow and enhance the natural moisturising factors within our skin. Types of AHAs There are various types of AHAs which are derived from different ingredients and all have different benefits. Glycolic Acid = Derived from sugar...
Hada Labo contains multiple types of Hyaluronic Acid; wonder ingredients that quench thirsty, dry skin at multiple levels. Their special combination of HAs hydrates and plumps your skin from the inside out. Add a hydration step to your skincare regime whatever your age, whatever your skin type. Hada Labo emphasizes simplicity in its skincare process, removing all the unnecessary additives, colorant, fragrance and mineral oil that will burden the skin. Only the finest, purest and highly effective ingredients that are beneficial to the...
When it comes to perfecting your skincare routine, active ingredients are key! You cannot simply just mix and match, there is a science behind it, luckily for you we have simplified it so all you have to do is click add to cart and check out! Hyaluronic Acid + AHAs/BHAs Hyaluronic acid is a great follow-up to chemical exfoliants like AHAs and BHAs as they decongest your pores thus paving the way for your skin to soak up all that lovely moisture. Try these pairings out: ...
Flower power! The power of Primrose for healthier and radiant skin Primrose, also goes by Evening Primrose, is extracted from the seeds of the evening primrose plant (Oenothera biennis). What is special about the evening primrose flower is that it only blooms at night and once every 2 years. Primrose is widely used in skincare for its ability to treat chronic skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, as well as providing other benefits like improving skin texture and moisture levels. Therefore,...
The only thing we can complain about The Ordinary is their HUGE range of products at a budget-friendly price tag so it's difficult to know what's suitable for you. But don't worry! Check out the list below for our recommendations on which products to use based on your skin type. For Blemish-Prone Skin: 1. The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution RM10 OFF | Use SPELLBOOK10 The formula improves the appearance of skin texture and reduces the look of...
The INKEY List was born from a belief that better knowledge powers better decisions. We know that the world of beauty, and particularly skincare, can be confusing. But we also know that people are curious and want to understand more about their skin so they can make the right decisions.Their products are priced to allow you to test and play with ingredients to build your perfect skincare recipe, for your ever changing skincare needs. Who could refuse? THE INKEY LIST’s...