Snail mucin is a trending skincare ingredient obtained from snails. It contains a number of proteins, vitamins and glycolic acid for a number of skincare benefits. Learn more about this popular Korean skincare ingredient and my review of COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence which is currently viral on TikTok....
Skincare and K-beauty fans, this is your sign to head to Seoul. Sharing my best and favourite beauty stores and experiences in Korea; beyond Olive Young, Tamburins and Sulwhasoo. Get a personalised colour analysis, live your K-drama dreams and discover flagships of your favourite brands (and at better deals) with all my recommendations and tips in this review....
Can collagen creams replenish collagen in the skin and remove wrinkles, sagging and dullness? The science and data show that collagen skincare can't be absorbed by human skin. But collagen skincare is not entirely useless. It helps to reduce lines and improve firmness in a way that might surprise you. An evidence based look at collagen skincare products in this review...
Is retinol getting banned in Europe? The European Union looks to implement new regulations that will restrict retinol use to 0.3% in facial skincare in 2024. Does this mean retinol is dangerous? Learn more about the reasons for these new rules; timelines and how you may be affected by the EU retinol restriction even if you don't live in there in this review....
Tokyo is a mecca for all things beauty- Japanese and global skincare, makeup, beauty tech and hair care products. It can be confusing to navigate the gargantuan complexes of drug stores and beauty halls of departmental stores. My recommendations and guide to the places to shop and experience the best that Japanese skincare has to offer; from drug stores to luxury brands- with where to score the best savings that are cheaper than duty free. Plus, I'll share a smart beauty experience, and the quintessential Japanese secret to younger skin....
Dior Le Baume is the latest collaboration between Dior Beauty and Jisoo from Blackpink. This was the mystery compact featured in her Flower MV and it has just been released in Singapore. My review of the coveted Dior Beauty Le Baume handcream in this blogpost....
SK-II is one of the most popular luxury skincare products in Japan and the world. The SKII Facial Treatment Essence released in 1980, remains a best seller. Its propietary ingredient, Pitera, is a fermented filtrate that is said to reverse signs of ageing and moisturise the skin. This blogpost looks at the science and studies behind Pitera; and shares my review and reasons for why I stopped using SK-II Facial Treatment Essence and other SK-II skincare....
What is skin flooding? #SkinFlooding is Tiktok's latest trend; and a useful way to hydrate the skin. This blogpost is a guide to learning about this skincare trend as well as how to get maximum moisture out of your skincare with minimum steps. Say goodbye to overloading your skin with exccessive and unnecessary moisturising products and learn to care for your moisture barrier the right way....
Is the Beauty of Joseon Matte Sunstick worth buying? Following the huge success of its sunscreen in 2022, K-beauty brand, Beauty of Joseon, has returned with a sunscreen stick version of its viral sunscreen. This sun stick is a collaboration with Ramon Pagan, a skincare influencer and cosmetic chemist. My review in this blogpost...
Review: Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturising Sunscreen. This Korean sunscreen was one of the most popular sunscreens of 2022; and was sold out in many Olive Young Korea stores in Seoul. This sunscreen is well loved on TikTok and Reddit for its glowy finish and lightweight texture. My take on this popular sunscreen and how it differs from Beauty of Joseon sunscreen, another popular K-beauty sunscreen....