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The Truth About Treating Jowls
If you’ve ever sat in front of a mirror and pulled your cheeks up with your fingertips, wondering how to make that lifted version of your face stay permanently, welcome to the club. The truth is, jowls are something most of us will experience at some point, and they’re one of the most frustrating signs of ageing to treat. But before you start searching for miracle creams or DIY lifting gadgets that promise a “non-surgical facelift,” let’s talk about what’s really going on and
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


The Double Retinoid Trick To Maximise Results
Let me start by saying this. I’m not one of those people who thinks everyone needs to be slathering retinoids on their face. In fact, most of them cause more irritation than results and I have no interest in skin peeling for the sake of it. Hello post inflammatory pigmentation! But when a retinoid is well formulated, barrier friendly and actually delivers visible results without the dreaded retinoid reaction, then yes, I will of course recommend it. WHY VITAMIN A MATTERS Vita
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Treating Puffy Eyes
If there’s one thing that can make you look more tired than you feel, it’s puffy eyes. Whether it’s from lack of sleep, too much salt, allergies, hormones, stress or simply fluid retention, that morning swelling around the eyes can be stubborn - plus let's not forget that people love to tell you how tired you look too! The good news is that puffy eyes can be treated effectively if you know why they happen and how to get rid of them. Let’s start with the why... Puffiness aroun
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


How to Layer Your Skincare Like a Pro
If there’s one thing that can make or break your skincare routine, it’s the order in which you put things on. Think of your skin like a sponge. If you pour oil on it first, it's going to be near impossible to get anything else to soak in after that. But if you layer the right way, everything works harder, penetrates deeper and gives you much better results. I promise this isn’t complicated. You just need to go from light to heavy. Water-based first, richer textures last. That
Emmaline Tsui
4 min read


Why Is My Skin Acting Out in Autumn?
You know that point in the year where one day it’s blazing sunshine and the next it feels like winter’s arrived overnight? Your wardrobe’s confused, your mood’s all over the place, and your skin… well, your skin’s hasn't got a clue what is going on. You’re not imagining it. Autumn really does mess with your skin. And there’s actually a good reason behind it. Several, in fact. THE WEATHER Autumn is chaos for your skin. The heating goes on, the air gets drier, and your poor bar
Emmaline Tsui
4 min read


Adult Acne & Teen Acne - Can You Share Products?
Surely acne is acne right and spots are spots? So if your teenager is struggling with breakouts and so are you, it makes sense that we...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Quick Tips to Get Rid of Fine Lines (That Actually Work)
Please note: A lot of the products recommended in this post require you to fill out this form to order. This is part of the individual...
Emmaline Tsui
2 min read


Why You Should Never Do Microneedling (Derma-Rollering) at Home
This is most definitely something that scares the life out of me! I get asked about microneedling at home quite a bit, especially when...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Why Exfoliating Enzymes Work Better Than Harsh Scrubs
Way back when, we were all told to scrub our skin into oblivion if we wanted it to “glow”. The rougher the granule the better, right?...
Emmaline Tsui
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Building Retinoids Back Into Your Routine After Summer
I think most of us know by now that Summer and retinoids do not always mix well. Sun, heat and travel can leave skin more sensitive, and...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


How to Reset Your Skin After Summer
I think most of use are well and truly back to normal now after the Summer. As much as it's great for the soul, it's often less so for...
Emmaline Tsui
2 min read


How To Improve Your Pore Size Appearance
Let’s rip the plaster off quickly. You cannot permanently shrink your pores. You can’t tighten them. You can’t close them. Pores are not...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Is The Pill Causing Your Breakouts?
Disclaimer: This article discusses the contraceptive pill only in the context of skin health and acne management. I am not advising on...
Emmaline Tsui
4 min read


Menopause In The Summer, Hot Flushes, Sensitivity and What to Do
If your skin has suddenly decided to throw a bit of a tantrum the moment the sun comes out, you’re not alone. Add menopause to the mix...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


How To Touch-Up SPF (Including With Makeup On)
So you applied your SPF at 8am, right before your caffeine hit and answering your emails. You’re feeling good. Protected. Virtuous. But...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Why You’re Still Getting Pigmentation (Even Though You Wear SPF)
Let’s talk about one of the most frustrating skincare mysteries: why are you still getting pigmentation when you swear you wear SPF...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Your Summer Skin Survival Guide To Sweat, SPF and Breakouts
Summer is a beautiful time for your mood and social life, but it can be an absolute nightmare when it comes to skin. Sweat, sunscreen,...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Does Everyone Need Vitamin C in Their Skincare Routine?
Let’s be honest. The skincare space is noisy. Overwhelming in fact. However, I'm not just talking about the skincare isle in boots or...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Your Ultimate Skincare Travel Kit
Whether you’re heading off to sun-soaked beaches or planning a weekend escape somewhere else, packing your skincare for travel doesn’t...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


Skincare for Runners
We know that running is brilliant for your mind, your muscles, and your mood. But your skin? Not always such a fan. If you're clocking up...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


How I Use Medical-Grade Skincare... on My Body
Most of us have an elaborate routine for their face. Serums, masks, actives, retinoids, sunscreen... you name it. And yet the body, which...
Emmaline Tsui
3 min read


"But Wait... Does SPF Really Cause Cancer?"
This is one of those really annoying stories that are doing the rounds on socials. In fact, it's not just doing the rounds now, but it...
Emmaline Tsui
4 min read


Can Meditation Really Improve Your Skin? (Spoiler! Yes, It Can)
If you’ve ever noticed your skin flaring up during a stressful week, you’re not imagining things. The connection between stress and skin...
Emmaline Tsui
2 min read


Can You Really Lose Muscle From Too Much Botox?
Ok, let’s talk Botox. It’s the go-to injectable for freezing expression lines, but what happens when you rely on it a little too much?...
Emmaline Tsui
4 min read
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