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Did you know that over 80% of Australians have stretch marks? Stretch marks, medically known as “striae distensae,” seem to be having a moment lately. From brands taking initiatives to stop photoshopping out stretch marks on their models, to rappers crooning about loving a woman with stretch marks, it seems that we can’t seem to forget about them. Chances are you feel like you can’t keep stretch marks off your hips or off your chest, or maybe off your mind when swimsuit season comes around. But besides wishing that our stretch marks would at least pay rent if they’re going to permanently live on our tummy, chances are you don’t actually know that much about stretch marks (and you’re not

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

Have you been rolling along with the latest skin care trends? If so, chances are you’ve heard about jade rollers. Maybe you’ve seen your favourite beauty blogger gliding a pretty pastel green stone across her temples, or maybe you’ve spotted an adorable jade roller in your favourite boutique and wanted to learn more. Whatever it is, there’s no denying that the small, light green tool that’s reminiscent of a beautified paint roller has been everywhere lately. And celebrities such as notably makeup-free Alicia Keys, have proudly proclaimed their affinity for jade rollers as well (plus Demi Lovato and Madonna!). So, what’s the deal? Are jade rollers just another pretty item that’ll look good on your vanity? Or will jade rollers actually help your

When it comes to skincare, there are certain words that we regularly use to indicate positive results. From “bright,” to “bouncy,” to “plump” — we know all of these words mean our skin looks beautiful and youthful — but what exactly does each word mean? Better yet, how do we get our skin to be bright, bouncy, and plump? You probably know that the plumper our skin is, the more youthful it appears (and if you didn’t know that, now you do!) You may also have noticed that when our skin isn’t as plump, we may look older or more tired. But, do you know why plumpness contributes to a younger appearance? Do you know if there’s a way to