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Notes on The Impacts of Sleeping in your Makeup

While it may seem innocuous and understandably tempting after a late night, sleeping in your makeup can wreak havoc on our skin. Cleansing our face daily is such a vital element of our skincare regime and an incredibly important one in attaining a clear complexion.  Frequently sleeping in your makeup has considerable consequences for long-term […]

Notes on Tranexamic Acid

Tranexamic acid is a potent brightening ingredient, a true hero for treating hyperpigmentation, acne scarring and uneven tone. While we may have come to associate acids with exfoliation (AHAs, BHAs and PHAs), tranexamic acid differs in that it does not exfoliate the skin and instead has anti-inflammatory properties. A derivative of the amino acid lysine, […]

Notes on Noble Panacea Chronobiology Sleep Mask

Founded by Nobel Prize winner chemist Sir Fraser Stoddart, Noble Panacea has garnered much-deserved recognition for its highly efficacious, eco-minded, luxury skincare products. At its core is Sir Fraser Stoddart Organic Super Molecule Vessel™ technology (OSMV) designed to protect the ingredient molecule and deliver it into the skin with the utmost precision. It’s no surprise […]

Notes on Mists

While they’re not an essential step in the skincare routine, I’m such a fan, misting is how we finish all of our treatments in my studios! A relaxing sensory experience that calms, soothes and nourishes the uppermost layer of our skin. With just a spritz or two, the humble facial mist can deliver a serious […]

Notes on Congestion

Congestion is a skin condition that occurs when our sebaceous glands produce excess oil (otherwise known as sebum). Our pores become clogged with this excess oil along with dead skin cells, dirt and debris, resulting in a bumpy congested complexion. Congestion presents itself in a myriad of imperfections, everything from whiteheads (closed comedones), blackheads (open […]

Notes on Gua Sha

Pronounced qwah-sah, this ancient Chinese practice involves ‘scraping’ the skin using a gua sha tool made out of a smooth stone, typically jade or quartz. Many of my clients say they experience a puffy complexion first thing in the morning. This simple tool and practice has many benefits, it promotes blood flow, and lymphatic drainage […]

Notes on Toners

Toners have come a long way since we were first introduced to them. The astringent, alcohol-heavy and terribly drying toners of decades past have been superseded by new modern-day formulations that are the ultimate prep point for skincare.  Toners are often misunderstood products that are commonly overlooked or confused with essences, but they can yield […]

Notes on ‘Normal’ Balanced Skin

It’s important to point out that ‘normal’ skin isn’t a medical term, it’s a marketing term. Despite what Instagram might have us believe, nobody has 100% ‘normal’ skin all of the time. In fact, most of us will experience varying skin states at different points throughout our lives.  While there is technically no ‘normal’, the […]

Notes on Squalane

Squalane is a skin-identical ingredient, meaning it’s already present in the human body. This is why it’s so well-tolerated and well-absorbed when formulated into skincare products. Known for its incredible hydrating abilities, squalane is a powerful moisturiser and emollient, meaning it locks moisture in, prevents water loss, and keeps the skin soft and supple. Why […]

Notes on Cleansing Brushes

Should you be using a cleansing brush? Despite their popularity, facial cleansing brushes can actually cause more harm than good.  Said to deeply clean and exfoliate the skin, and marketed especially towards those with acne and congestion, these electrical devices rely on a circular motion to physically buff the skin. While they can certainly cause […]