6 Skincare Tips for Teenage Skin
The teenage years are a phase in life marked by hormonal changes, mood swings, and, often unfortunately, skin problems. Teenage skin requires special care because it's a time when hormones run wild, leading to excessive oil production and an increased likelihood of breakouts. Common skin issues for
Essential Skincare Ingredients in Winter
While hot and humid summer months require you to go easy on your skin, the cold winter season is a time to add extra steps and particular ingredients to our skincare routines. In this blog post, we talk about ‘winter ingredients’ - those that significantly benefit our skin during the winter peri
Can Food and Supplements Boost Your Collagen Levels?
Can eating bone broth help your skin look younger? Can a scoop of collagen powder in your drink? Can eating broccoli? And why does collagen matter anyway? What Is Collagen? It is the most abundant protein in the human body, accounting for about 30 % of our body’s proteins. Its fiber-like structure
LUNA™ 3 vs LUNA™ 4: What's the Difference
Since the iconic LUNA™ swept the skincare enthusiasts off their feet with its first appearance ten years ago, a lot has happened - the world's first ultra-hygienic silicone cleansing brush kept getting better with each generation, evolving into a not only 99% effective face cleanser, but also
It Turns Out: There Is Such Thing as Beauty Sleep
How about instead of waking up with wrinkles, dark circles, and eye bags, you wake up with smoother, plumper, and firmer skin on your forehead and under your eyes? Of course, a healthy diet, good sleep hygiene, exercising, reducing stress, and keeping your skin clean and moisturized (hint: Swedish B
The Importance of Sunscreen During Winter
As winter blankets start to get out of the closets and the weather becomes colder, the temptation to neglect sunscreen in favor of cozy layers and warm beverages can be strong. After all, isn't sunscreen reserved for hot summer days when the sun's rays feel at their peak? Contrary to this common bel
Citric Acid in Skincare: All You Need to Know
Skincare enthusiasts are constantly looking for the ingredient that might be just "the one". In the ever-evolving world of skincare, there is constantly something on the horizon that promises us wonders, making it difficult to distinguish true potential from the promises and wishful thinking. Citric
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Forget the Beauty Standards
Gone are the days when a woman should have been tall, blonde, blue-eyed, flowy-haired, slim (but perfectly proportioned), and pink-plump-lipped to be considered a beauty. Not so long ago, however. The approach to beauty has significantly changed (for the better) in the last few years, and the shift
36 Questions That Lead to Self-Love
The Origins Back in 1997, a group of psychologists led by Arthur Aron published a study on creating closeness in an experimental context — they were focused on manipulating different variables of relationship development. Then, 18 years later, The New York Times published an article called “3
February skincare decluttering tips
Attention, attention hoarders everywhere! We're traveling into Marie Kondo's "Does this bring you joy?" territory - assessing our beauty arsenal by utility and value and creating a capsule skincare regime featuring essentials that offer maximum impact for the minimal time and hassle invested. This
Valentine's Day Gift Ideas - Treat Yourself This February
January is gone, along with about a million social media memes on its neverending-ness. We're entering February, often referred to as the most depressing month of the year, with its cold, short days and New Year's enthusiasm dwindling (we're guessing the memes will just spill into February). We beg
New Year's Resolutions (And Why They Fail) + 11 Tips to Make Them Stick
The Determination & the Shame New Year's Resolutions. We all know the mixed feelings - the determination and optimism accompanying a fresh start, as well as the shame of giving up - rattling all sorts of skeletons in our disorganized closets (that were supposed to get organized under last year's
Habit Shift: Morning Pages
Each year, ever since I was a child, I had the feeling of three fresh starts in the year: one was spring. Longer daylight, the first flowers on the fruit trees in my neighborhood, warmth in the sun, and freshness in the shade always provoked a sense of new beginnings. The other one was the start of
Valentine's Day: 14 Gift Ideas for Him
With February 14th less than a week away, and you still haven't had the time or lacked gift ideas for your loved ones (Shh! We won't tell anyone!), now is the time for some last-minute Valentine's Day shopping. This year, we're rooting for love in all its forms - last week, we shared ideas on treati
How to Improve Your Posture While Working at a Desk?
Do you spend hours sitting at your office desk every day? If you're not paying attention to your posture and stretching regularly, you might be putting your health and well-being at risk. Poor sitting posture can lead to various problems, such as neck and back pain, muscle stiffness, decreased mobil
Dressed for Success: How Style Impacts Confidence
Dressing well is more than just picking out an outfit—it's about wearing clothes with confidence. Your clothing choices speak about your personality, attitude to life and work, and even your level of self-assurance. In this blog post, we'll talk about the psychology of dressing well and how it can
Is There a Connection Between the Sauna and Healthier Skin?
Are you a fan of ‘cooking’ yourself in the sauna, or would you rather skip that experience? As a huge sauna fan, I am convinced of the numerous positive effects of using the sauna. However, is it all that simple, or do we need to take care of certain aspects while visiting this literally hot pla
How to Prepare Your Skin for a Tattoo: A Guide to Skincare Before, During, and After
Getting a tattoo is a fun and exciting way to express yourself and your style. But it’s also a serious commitment that requires proper care and attention. Your skin is the canvas for your art, and you want to ensure it’s in the best condition possible before, during, and after getting inked. In
Is Sunlight as Addictive as Your Morning Coffee?
Sunlight - nature's gift, a source of life and energy that has shaped life on Earth for millions of years. It gives us warmth, and photosynthesis, and plays a crucial role in regulating our biological clocks. However, recent research suggests that sunlight might have addictive properties, as we ge
Silky Smooth: 5 Ways To Improve Your Skin Texture
For the days you’re literally feeling rough. Everyone wants skin that’s smooth, soft and glowing, but for many it’s not-so-smooth sailing after puberty hits. From hormonal acne to skin discoloration to sunspots, it’s hard to catch a break from all the unpredictable things your skin can do. S
Wave Goodbye to ‘Lunch Lady Arms’ with 3 Easy Tricep Exercises
Squishy arms are NOT on the menu today. Did writing on a whiteboard one meeting suddenly feel more jiggly than usual? Or did a recent picture of yourself in short sleeves make you wonder who replaced your upper arms with a pancake? However the realization came about, it did - your arms could not be
Frizz-Free Living: The Top Hair Straightening Methods Ranked
Kiss your frizz goodbye. With the intense heat of summer looming upon us, our hair is getting frizzier and our willpower to fight it on a daily basis is dwindling. But before you go spend an arm and a leg on a snazzy new hairstyle, check out our hair straightening treatment rankings for the b
Do You Even (Face) Lift, Bro? Exercises for Your Cheeks and Jaw
Get fit to face the world with these facial exercises. A well-rounded physical fitness routine is a key component to living a healthy lifestyle. But we typically neglect to work out the very muscles people see the most -- our faces. Just like the rest of your body, the more than 57 muscles in your f
How to Apply Color Correcting Concealer
Truth: putting green concealer on your zits can do wonders. If you follow makeup artists on Instagram or turn the pages of any beauty magazine, chances are you’ll find a tutorial on color correcting, a much buzzed about new trend that involves wearing concealer in every shade of the rainbow. Turn
Steps to Get Rid of Blemishes Overnight
Want to wake up with clearer skin tomorrow? Here’s how to put together a pre-bed nighttime routine to fight acne, blackheads, whiteheads and inflammation while you sleep and put your skin in top shape for the following morning. Exercise Get your blood flowing - not just for your overall health and
