A noncomedogenic product means that it won’t clog pores. There are no rules or regulations to follow when claiming a product as noncomodogenic, which means there’s no guarantee thast it wont cause pores to become blocked and congested. Keep these tips in mind to choose the right product for you.

Products with heavy oils or [...]

Monoi Oil is a traditional Tahitian coconut oil. It is often used as a base product in luxury massage oils and skin balms, as well as being a key ingredient due to its gorgeous scent.
Monoi gets its signature fragrance from Tahitian gardenias, which are saturated in the pure oil and left there to soak.
The luxurious [...]

We’ve mentioned that there are two types of melanin which create distinct hair colourings. We’ve already defined one of them – pheomelanin, which creates red and yellowish hair. The second is eumelanin.
Eumelanin creates skin and hair with black or brown shades to it. Those with darker skin therefore have more of eumelanin than others.
The pigment [...]

Most of us have heard of melanin. It is a pigment, but there are actually two types of melanin which give hair and skin its colour. One of these is pheomelanin, which gives the body pink and red tones.
Pheomelanin can be found in both light and dark-skinned people although females usually have more than men. [...]

Coconut isn’t just a tasty ingredient for pina coladas, bounty bars and Indian curries. It is a tropical oil that has many uses in beauty.
Coconut oil is an emollient which smoothes and softens the skin. It smells sweet and is extracted from the flesh of a coconut. The oil contains antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties, [...]

Retinol is a pure derivative of the active molecular form of Vitamin A.
It increases cell turnover and stimulates collagen production, leading to healthier, smoother, and younger-looking skin. It is also commonly used for the treatment of acne, as the stimulation of cell regeneration helps to clear clogged pores.
It is available in low concentrations in many [...]

Panthenol is the alcohol form of pantothenic acid, otherwise known as vitamin B5. It is commonly found in cosmetic products from shampoos to creams and a lot in between!
Panthenol lubricates and binds to hair follicles, coating the hair and creating a shimmer. This is because it seals the surface and make the strands appear shiny [...]

When it comes to make up which shimmers, reflects, has luster or pearlessence, glitters or shines — however you want to describe it,  mica is probably behind it. Mined from the earth in thin sheets, this mineral is extremely finely ground for use in cosmetics such as eyeshadow, mineral makeup, powder, lipstick, and sometimes nail [...]

Standing in the hair colour section of the pharmacy can be perplexing. Not only do you have an overwhelming choice of colours and shades you also need to choose between semi-permanent and permanent formulations. So what’s the difference and what are the pros and cons of your choice?
Semi-permanent color is composed of smaller molecules which [...]

Humectants are non-oil based ingredients that attract moisture from the atmosphere. They pull in and hold water to keep hair, or skin, moist and soft. While hydrating, they also slow down the evaporation of liquid and can therefore be frequently found in conditioners meant for dry or damaged hair. Humectants take many common forms from [...]