Moisturising. Hydrating. Two words that are so similar yet so different. It's easy for us to confuse the fact that both of these have the same meaning so let me help you distinguish the two.Products that moisturise and hydrate both ensure your skin is getting all the water it needs to combat dehydration, early ageing and environmental damage. However, how the products go about achieving these goals is very different.Hydration is the absorption of moisture from the air which then...
Purging is when your skin is adjusting to the new product and persevering with the product will eventually make your skin better. In fact, the sudden crop of acne means that it’s working as intended. Purging generally occurs as small, tiny bumps on your skin. Once you've applied skincare on a particular area, the purging stays on the area and it doesn't really spread further. Purging is due to over-exfoliation, or skin renewal. Skin renewal happens when yo are using...
A movie by the name of “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” was the inspiration for the brand Benton as the main character grows younger with time. Drawing parallels with this, Benton's mission is to restore the youth and vitality back into your skin, defying the laws of time using only natural ingredients. All products are formulated without chemicals or parabens and are cruelty-free certified! It's well known for incorporating bee venom, snail extracts, aloe vera and green tea. Besides anti-ageing...
Almost everybody uses toner as one of their daily skincare routines. You use a toner after you cleanse your face. But is toner really necessary? Before we discover whether it is really necessary for you to incorporate toner in your routine, let’s check out what toners are. What Is A Toner? A toner is a lightweight, liquidy lotion usually applied with a cotton pad onto your skin. Formulas vary widely, but the most common types are hydrating toner or astringent toners. It all...
The idyllic Jeju island is at the heart of Innisfree as all their products are created with high quality, pure and natural ingredients originating from there. All the organic ingredients are harnessed from the chemical-free, fertile, volcanic soil to deliver innate energy and rich nutrients to your skin. By ensuring that their proprietary extraction methods retain the purity and potency of Jeju Island’s finest natural ingredients, innisfree guarantee that their advanced formulas have the power to dramatically revitalise your complexion. They pledge...
In continuation! The Part 2 to the COSRX Ultimate Guide, if you haven’t read Part 1, don’t worry, just click here and come back when you’re done! Or you can read this blog on its own. We know choosing and committing to a particular product is hard, especially when they are so many options on the market, or even within the brand itself. So, we’re here to help make your life that bit easier. Whenever it comes to COSRX,...
Nowadays everyone is a skincare scientist creating concoctions by mixing and matching different skincare ingredients in their bathrooms. Some ingredients complement each other and boost their effectiveness when layered, however the wrong combinations can be a recipe for disaster. Vitamin C is an amazing antioxidant which neutralises free radicals, stimulates collagen production, brightens dull skin, lightens pigmentation while repairing and regenerating damaged skin cells. Although it has many benefits, it is an unstable acid, thus its pH balance is easily...
Dry skin is a skin type which lacks oils or lipids, whereas dehydrated skin is a skin condition where your skin lacks water in its top layer. Your skin doesn't need to be dry to be dehydrated, oily or acne-prone skin types can also be dehydrated. Symptoms of dry skin Feels rough Appears dry Can be flaky, white flakes Scaly appearance More likely to have eczema, dermatitis or psoriasis Redness Testing for dry skin: The blotting test Gently pat a...
With Threebs’ BIGGEST 11.11 SALE still going on this year, we thought we would give you guys a little hand in deciding which products you should click ‘add to cart’ for! Let’s get shopping! 1. Cerave Daily Moisturizing Lotion What is it: A lighweight, oil-free moisturiser that is great for hydrating and protecting even sensitive skin at an unbeatable value. Comes in 87ml, 236ml, 355ml, 473ml, 562ml and 1l. Why you should add to cart: It contains MVE technology which continuously releases moisturising ingredients so...
What does Aloe Vera do? Aloe vera is widely known and used to help treat sunburns, this is because it contains amino acids, polysaccharides and phytosterols, antioxidants and enzymes, which are highly anti-inflammatory, which makes aloe vera perfect to treat not only burns, but acne and dry skin. Aloe vera is also rich in vitamins (A,C,D,E) and minerals (zinc, potassium, magnesium) that them capable of targeting multiple skin concerns. The gel-like texture of aloe vera is derived from the substance in...
What Are Milia Seeds? Milia seeds are small white or yellowish cysts that can appear anywhere on your face, including on your eyelids or under your eyes. Milia can occur elsewhere on your body as well. They are sometimes called milk spots or oil seeds and tend to occurring clusters. Milia are very common among new-borns. In fact, nearly half of full-term new-born babies have at least some facial milia. But milia can also affect teens and adults. In most...
A 'shroom boom in skincare! Mushrooms don’t just taste amazing but we also know that mushrooms are extremely beneficial for our health. But did you know that mushrooms make great skincare ingredients? Considered to one of the biggest skincare trends in 2020, mushrooms are increasingly being included in skincare and wellness products. The use of mushrooms may seem fairly recent but mushroom-inspired skincare isn’t all that new, brands like Origins have gained cult-following for their Mega Mushroom line. The use...
Just what exactly are antioxidants? Antioxidants can be confusing, we see them all the time in product descriptions and ingredients but why what makes them so popular in the skincare realm? What do they do? To simply summarise it, antioxidants primarily work to protect your skin cells from damages caused by free radicals and other environmental damage (UV, pollution). Firstly, let’s explain what are free radicals, we hear and read of them all the time, but you might not know why...
You look closely into a mirror. You see the red bump, bulging out, screaming to be squeezed. You give in to the temptation; knowing there’ll be a scar reminding you of the forfeit. That little scar, otherwise known as hyperpigmentation isn't necessarily a condition but a term that explains areas of the skin that appear darker. It might not only be scars, but also other forms of dark patches. It can occur in small patches, covering large areas or affect...
Up next on the ABCs of vitamins is Vitamin B, an ingredient umbrella that has quite literally become the holy grail for many skins out there. You might already be aware of Vitamin B but never realized it. One of the most popular ingredients in the skincare market now is a type of Vitamin B, and it is called Niacinamide or also known as Vitamin B3. The Vitamin B family tree can be quite intimidating due to the how many...
Beauty boutique and drugstore shelves are packed with products that aim to protect and rejuvenate your skin. Some of them exfoliate, some plump, and others moisturise. All these products share the fact that they act on your body’s outermost layer, which is called the skin barrier. What’s your skin barrier and what purpose does it serve? Your skin is made up of layers, each of which performs important functions in protecting your body. The outermost layer, called the stratum corneum,...
Paula's Choice has become a cult favourite in terms of skincare that is evidenced by science and cited studies as well as research, environmentally conscious, transparent, never animal-tested producing highly effective products. With their slogan "Beauty begins with truth" and their philosophy of "Smart, Safe Beauty." they are a trustworthy leader in the skincare world that empowers consumer advocacy, uncovering the truth about skincare as they believe keeping your skin healthy shouldn't be a mystery. They aim to cut through the...
What is your skin barrier? Your skin is made up of many layers, each of which have different functions. Your skin's barrier protects your from environmental stressors such as pollution, dirt, dust, UV rays and more. It also helps to maintain homeostasis and holds the moisture inside your body so you aren't dehydrated. How does it become damaged? When your skin's barrier becomes damaged, it becomes less effective in retaining important substances such as ceramides, cholesterol and fatty acids. This results...
What is Galactomyces? Korean skincare tends to utilise and highlight some of the most unexpected ingredients, such as snail mucin, mugwort and this time it is Galactomyces. What are Galactomyces? Galactomyces is the shortened name of Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate and is a byproduct of fermented sake and is a nutrient-dense yeast. Apparently, there’s a story behind how galactomyces was discovered to be beneficial for the skin. The story goes that it was discovered in Japan around the 1970s after noticing...
Author/Source : SkynSin If you knew there was a way to get better skin in 10 days, would you do it? Whether you experience breakouts, acne or dryness, your skin needs to be properly maintained and hydrated before it starts to go through recovery. Why sheet masks? Most people use sheet masks occasionally, weekly, or once every 2 weeks for hydration. But sheet masks can range from hydrating to functional masks and each with its own unique purpose. The reality...