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Why Rosacea needs tender loving care

Why Rosacea needs tender loving care

People living with Rosacea have a hard time establishing a skincare routine that can both be effective at keeping the symptoms of rosacea at bay - whilst also focusing on things such as breakout, skin texture and anti ageing.

Often the world of cosmetics is one product addresses one concern, so how do you support rosacea whilst also using actives?

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The 411 on Skin Positivity

Skin Positivity - What is this new vibe?

The skin positivity movement has paved the way for a new era of skin neutrality, which believes skin is just skin, and shouldn’t be pressured to feel more beautiful. The key word being MORE! We already are beautiful.

While social media has done a lot to further the cause of the #skinpositivity movement, the ever present and over saturated use of filters and photo editing means the true concept of a healthy self-image is very distorted.

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Are you washing your face the wrong way?

You Might Be Washing Your Face The Wrong Way

"In the years of studying and taking care of skins in Australia there is one common lesson I tend to teach everyone: How to Cleanse Your Skin correctly!" says Michelle from Skin Nerd, creator of The Cleansing Cloth. We often think washing your face is a no brainer, that the act of cleansing is easy, its cleansing correctly that is the issue! Here's how to tell if you are cleansing correctly or not...
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No More Panda Eyes this party season

No More Panda Eyes this Party Season

So, if we are speaking the truth we've all been there!... stumbled into bed after a fun night out and woken the next morning to a face full of messed up makeup and mascara from one ear lobe to the other.

The time it takes to even contemplate standing at the bathroom mirror when it might be swaying side to side - let along actually do your full skincare routine seems all to hard. This is where the addition of a Cleansing Cloth is a quick tool that will wipe away your mascara in seconds

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Skincare & Sunscreen: Stay Sun Proof without the Breakouts

Skincare & Sunscreen: Stay Sun Proof without the Breakouts

Sunscreen might seem plain and simple, but like most things in life - its not! The wrong sunscreen can cause problematic build up that will leave your skin acne prone, irritated and feeling reactive. Its so worth taking the time to find a formula that works for you.

You have most likely heard about physical and chemical sunscreens before - but do you really understand what this means and how these ingredients work? Let's delve in a little deeper and find out.

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Skincare and Cleansing tools

Do I Need a Cleansing Brush?

Until recently, the main methods of washing your face involved your hands, a cleanser and sometimes a face cloth (if you were a skincare junkie).

Over the last decade there have been a flood of new and innovative devices from sonic machines to hand held cleansing brushes (similar to that of an electric tooth brush) that can be used daily on your skin.

Are these creating more harm than they are good? Short answer: YES, they are.

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The Fundamentals of Healthy Skin

The Fundamentals of Healthy Skin

There are many factors to healthy and glowing skin but it all begins with how we wash it, and what we wash it with!

Without getting too science-y (is that even a word?) our skin is our biggest functioning organ – built to protect. Within itself it has a barrier we often refer to as its very own eco system that sits on the surface making sure everything behaves the way it should.

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The Best Wash Cloth for Rosacea

The Best Wash Cloth for Rosacea

The use of a micro-fibre material allows for a swift but gentle removal of all excess surfaces leaving the skin fresh but the acid mantle and barrier safe. The cooling effect of the micro-fibre material allows a gentle soothing sensation for sensitive and irritated skin types such as rosacea. As there is no abrasion to the material minimal resurfacing is completed when using The Cleansing Cloth allowing it to be the perfect solution.
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Why NOT Micellar Water!

Why NOT Micellar Water!

Micellar waters: a thought to be beauty must-have around the globe, because of its quick and easy way to remove makeup without using a (gasp) wipe, and a staple of our daily beauty routines. The fad began and we all use it, most love them, we don’t think we can cleanse without them, but it turns out they may actually be doing our skin more harm than good. (insert a sigh).
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To Cleanse or NOT to CLEANSE

To Cleanse or NOT to CLEANSE

When is comes to beauty routine questions this one is most often the common questions - should i cleanse in the morning too? As a skincare therapist my eyeballs almost roll in my head before I blurt out the answer YES! of course you do. Why wouldn't you?
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You're Washing Your Face Wrong

You're Washing Your Face Wrong

Washing your face is pretty straightforward, right? You wet your face with water, apply a dime-sized amount of facial cleanser, and gently use your fingertips to wash away dirt and other impurities. However, make some simple errors and this part of your daily skincare routine could trigger skin issues such as barrier damage. To improve your face washing habits, avoid these common cleansing mistakes and tips for better skin health.
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