Why is it important to use vitamin c the right way? Vitamin c can have negative effects when not used well. People with allergies or sensitive skin may end up experiencing the raw end of the stick with dryness, itching, stinging, tingling, and general irritation on top of hyperpigmented skin. We put together several do’s […]
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Oct
Oct
We spoke to our in-house cosmetic scientist, Lalita Iyer, on everything arbutin. What is arbutin? Arbutin is a derivative of hydroquinone – a topical skin lightener that reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation. Having uneven skin tone, dark marks and hyperpigmentation is fairly common. Adding arbutin to your skincare routine is a proven ingredient to help […]
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Sep
Sep
What is African baobab? African baobab is the fruit extract from the baobab tree – native to Africa. They live up to about 450 years and are extremely resourceful. Its over 300 uses have inspired numerous nicknames, the most common one being the ‘tree of life.’ The bark and fruit have been used in numerous […]
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Sep
Sep
Why is it important to use Vitamin C the right way? Vitamin C has a number of benefits but if used incorrectly or paired with the wrong ingredients, it can result in unwanted side effects including itching, irritation, tingling, breakouts or in some cases the Vitamin C may not work. Here are 5 things to […]
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Sep
Sep
Vitamin C is one of the most popular skincare ingredients. Extremely beneficial for hyperpigmentation, dull skin and fighting free radicals. If not used well, understood well or stored well, the Vitamin C product may not work as well as expected. To understand how to pick the right Vitamin C product, we gathered some expert tips […]
04
Sep
Sep
What is Vitamin C? Vitamin C is one of the most effective nutrients for our skin and bodies. Topical Vitamin C is a science backed ingredient favourite for improving overall skin appearance. It is a powerful antioxidant shown to fight free radical (toxics) damage in the skin which means it is able to protect the […]
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Aug
Aug
Visibly brightens and evens skin tone for a Glow-C Effect! Introducing our NEW Baobab Glow-C Serum! This nourishing and illuminating Baobab Glow-C Serum includes a blend of premium and potent ingredients that have been researched for their effectiveness towards evening and brightening overall skin tone. Powered by 8% Vitamin C, 2% Arbutin and African Baobab […]
Skin Care
A Spotlight on Niacinamide: Expert advice on how to add Niacinamide in your skincare routine
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Aug
Aug
We spoke to Lalita Iyer, expert cosmetic scientist and founder of Skinchemy about the best way to incorporate niacinamide into a skincare routine. But let’s dive into the basics of Niacinamide: What is it and how does it benefit the skin? What is Niacinamide? Niacinamide, also known as Vitamin B3 or nicotinamide is a water-soluble […]
03
Aug
Aug
We spoke to our in house certified Esthetician Joyce Waiharo to share her expertise on where to begin when building a skincare routine New to the world of skincare? Or just want to level up your skincare routine? Then you are on the right post at the right time. First things first, before diving into […]
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Jul
Jul
Dehydrated skin is commonly confused with dry skin with the two terms being used interchangeably in many cases. Dry skin is a skin type, rather than a condition, characterized by reduction in sebum production from the oil producing glands in the skin. Whereas dehydrated skin basically lacks water content, but can ultimately lead to over […]