October 2018

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Castor oil, turmeric, the fermentation craze… beauty trends tend to take some unexpected turns. And you never know which ones will stick around and which ones will speed by, never to be heard from again. One trend that doesn’t seem to be going anywhere? Many claim it makes your teeth whiter, has powerful effects in smoothies and face masks alike, and sometimes saves lives. It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s… Charcoal! Articles calling charcoal the “latest beauty trend” started popping up a few years ago. The New York Times featured charcoal in its “Beauty Spot” section as far back as 2013, and it seems this trend was built to last! Check out Amazon’s Best Sellers in Skincare list at any given time, and you’re bound to find

We all know the skincare “buzzwords” that are incorporated into skincare ads, labels, and reviews. Think adjectives like “moisturising,” “enhancing,” or “glowing.” After all, we both know that slathering on a “brightening” night cream won’t make your face light up the room like a toddler’s night light, but do we know what it really means to brighten our skin? If you don’t—you’re certainly not alone. And that’s what I’m here to help you out with today! This blog post is dedicated to tackling the topic of brightening: what it is, what it isn’t, how to achieve it, and why you may want to achieve it (or why you may not). Buckle up your seatbelts ladies, and let’s ride right into a

Lucky you! If you have normal skin, you don’t have to put in as much maintenance to keep your skin looking its best. However, don’t take advantage of your normal skin by not taking care of it! Be sure you still have a great skincare routine in place to prevent sun damage, aging, and other potential problems. Cleansing To start, use a gentle cleanser that doesn’t have any alcohol or fragrance in it, as these ingredients can dry your skin out. Using the cleanser, gently wash your skin every morning and every evening before bed. If you find that you only need to wash your face in the evenings, that’s okay too! You may also want to use a liquid makeup remover to