The retinol excitement is real. But do you really know what retinol is—and what it does? Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives that are converted into retinoic acid, the active form of the molecule, but there are different strengths of retinoids. Prescription retinoids come in higher concentrations of vitamin A compared to over the counter ones s...
Less is more gets a whole new meaning in the summer months! Exchanging rich, creamy moisturisers for lightweight, hydrating serums might just be your ticket to balanced summer skin. Serums are lightweight and won't feel heavy on the skin during hot and humid weather in New Zealand (Plus, you know what layers nicely over serums? Sunscreen)! D...
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Of all the skincare ingredients available to us today, retinol is arguably the most transformative.When it comes to anti ageing, maintaining a healthy glow and smooth skin texture, there's no active ingredient in skincare more capable than retinoic acid. Even though this revolutionary youth-enhancing active is a mainstay of beauty counters, bran...
The latest brand making "beauty waves" is surprisingly buzz-free. There's no celebrity founder, attention-seeking packaging, or heavily filtered Instagram account. So let's unpack the story behind beauty's quietest game-changer in New Zealand and across the globe.Founded in 2002 by biochemist Bryan Johns and Alec Call - and still privately own...
Antioxidants like Vitamin C, are the hero ingredients that are ideal for all skin types and help against premature ageing, Jan Marini...
Give yourself a quick at-home facial with peeling gel. This new cult-fave product in New Zealand helps uncover a smoother, fresher, newer-looking look. Peel and reveal firmer, smoother skin. This peeling gel visibly rolls, lifts and sweeps away impurities when massaged onto skin. The multi-action ingredients like Pineapple, Pomegranate and Ker...
