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Azelaic Acid 101: How To Use It & What Are The Benefits?
When it comes to active ingredients in skincare, people often navigate to acids first for a little extra “oomph”. While glycolic and lactic acid get a lot of attention, there’s a lesser-known acid that is truly the secret underdog of skin success. En
How to Tackle Closed Comedones + Texture - Avoid These Mis
Ever wondered what’s the cause of those annoying skin-coloured bumps you can see on your forehead? More often than not, they’ll be a pesky skin issue called a closed comedone, and alas, they tend to travel in groups. They’re currently having a moment
Azelaic Acid 101: How To Use It & What Are The Benefits?
I’ve seen a few patients this week who’ve not been using their azelaic acid treatment correctly. For those of you who are new to azelaic acid, it’s a dicarboxylic acid that has a host of benefits and is useful for everything from acne to rosacea, per
5 Biggest Mistakes When Treating Rosacea
I think the list of “don’ts” with rosacea might just be the biggest of any skin condition. It’s finicky. It likes things done just so. If it was a Sex and the City character it would definitely be Charlotte. As someone who has built up a library of d
Why I Created Flawless Moisturiser Intense
Here's a statistic to make you stop scrolling: the hashtag #Skinbarrier has 5 BILLION views on TikTok. This trend is here to stay, so we’ve added Flawless Moisturiser Intense to the family - and this is not your average moisturiser. This was a produc
Which is the right retinoid for me? Retinol, retinaldehyde or HPR?
One of the most common questions I get asked is about retinoids - which one is the right one for me? The collective noun “retinoid” refers to the family of ingredients derived from vitamin A and includes retinyl palmitate, retinol, retinaldehyde, and
Retinoids and the Lips
Y’all know I’m a retinoid cheerleader. But the one thing I’ve not honed in on in a video so far is the potential fall-out for our lips of misplaced retinoid. Dare I say it, if you use a retinoid for long enough (especially in winter) you WILL experie
The Best Order to Apply Your Skincare Products for Effective Results
Today, I’m diving into the fascinating topic of skincare product application order. Whether you're new to skincare or a seasoned pro, understanding the correct order is crucial for achieving the best results and addressing specific skin concerns. So,
The 10 Best Foods For Glowing, Healthy Skin
The saying “you are what you eat” may be a stretch but a varied and nutritious diet is vital to fuel our bodies and that extends to our biggest organ - our skin!. A staggering 3 billion of you have searched for “what to eat for healthy skin” and our
Reviewing Viral Barrier Repair Creams - How To Choose The Right One At Any Budget
As the appetite for active skincare continues to soar, it’s unsurprising that, in parallel, the quest for the ideal barrier cream continues. It's understood that a little occasional dryness and irritation is the price we pay for all the benefits that
My Favourite Ingredients For Tackling Rosacea
I firmly believe that rosacea management is about your daily habits. One of the biggest triggers for a flare is using the wrong skincare - something I imagine every rosacea sufferer knows. But when you get it right, it has a powerfully calming effect
How to cope with the Retinoid Uglies
So firstly let me say this. If you’ve not had this happen, don’t worry, it will at some point!! It’s just a rite of passage for retinoid users. And in a way it’s necessary to probe the boundaries of what your skin can cope with, so you know where you
How To Tackle Clogged Pores + Sebaceous Filaments
Blocked pores can lead to breakouts, blackheads and acne so it’s no surprise that everyone seems obsessed with shrinking their pores. The reality is you can’t make them smaller but you can minimise their appearance by keeping them unclogged and clear
6 Retinoid Myths Debunked
With over half a billion results on the hashtag retinoid on TikTok, there’s a wealth of information floating around in the ether - but how much is actually correct?. I talk to a lot of people in the beauty industry and I have no doubt that many of th
My Morning Routine When Using A Retinoid
Building an effective morning routine takes a little more care and consideration when your PM plan is retinoid-focused. Whilst on the one hand you want to be careful of your skin barrier, especially in the early days of retinisation, you also want to
Top 7 Layering Techniques for Maximum Skincare Results
Welcome to my secret skincare laboratory, where I'm spilling the tea on the expert art of layering techniques that will transform your skincare routine into a highly effective and results-driven experience. These seven cutting-edge layering technique
How To Fix A Damaged Skin Barrier After Summer
Our skin is subjected to a real onslaught in summer. First, it is bombarded with UV rays, both UVB and UVA, which can cause damage to both the nuclear DNA and the mitochondrial DNA.The result? When it stacks up, premature ageing with all its symptoms
How To Rebuild Your Skin Barrier: The Products I Recommend
In this final video in the Sensitive Series I’m going to show you how I go about rebuilding the skin's barrier, allowing skin to recover from a sensitive period, or perhaps the use of products that didn't suit your skin. This will then pave the way f
Answering Your RETINOID Challenges
I feel I could post content on retinoids every week. It’s THAT big a topic. And more importantly, it’s THAT crucial. So when I was inundated with questions to last week’s video I thought it a good opportunity to do a follow-up post, because there are
Answering Your RETINOID Challenges
I feel I could post content on retinoids every week. It’s THAT big a topic. And more importantly, it’s THAT crucial. So when I was inundated with questions to last week’s video I thought it a good opportunity to do a follow-up post, because there are
Everything You Need to Know About Using Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid is a major player when it comes to treating breakouts and blackheads. The ultra-popular beta hydroxy acid has been around for years and while more recent acids may have bumped it from the spotlight, thanks to a lot of TikTok action, it