What are AHAs and BHAs? AHAs are alpha hydroxy acids while BHAs stand for beta hydroxy acids. More recently, beta hydroxy acids, or a combination of AHAs and BHAs are being used in skincare products (Nilforoushzadeh & Amirkhani, 2018). AHAs and BHAs are chemical exfoliants that get rid of dead skin cells. Alpha hydroxy acids […]
What is exfoliation? The skin naturally sheds every 30 days to make room for new skin cells. However, there are instances when dead cells don’t shed off the skin completely, leaving our skin dry and flaky with clogged pores. Exfoliation is the process of getting rid of dead skin cells from the outer layer of […]
What is the skin barrier? Understanding skin barrier functionality and the reasons the skin barrier requires protection is vital. As the largest organ, the skin exists for the justest cause ever – protecting our more delicate insides.The skin has three main layers namely the epidermis (topmost layer), dermis (middle layer), and hypodermis (bottom layer) with […]
What is purging? Acne scores high on the list of Kenyan skincare problems. Globally, it’s the eighth most common skin disease, with an estimated 9.8% of the population being affected. Although acne is common, it’s important to note the differences between breaking out, allergic reactions and skin purging, especially when introducing new products. Purging is […]
Learn your skin type and unlock a personalised skincare routine by answering 5 simple questions. We are getting skintimate! Everyone’s skin is different and unique and a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work with skincare. Your skin is significantly different to your sisters, your friends and for this reason, it needs a personalised approach to your skincare […]
How hormones affect our skin The hormones and skin connection is evident, in-fact, so evident that some of us experience this connection in the form of pimples every month and even use this sudden breakout as a period tracker (even more accurate than menstrual cycle tracking apps these days… are we right? ;p ). Sudden […]
Illustrator Vanessa of Gucora Andu answers our questions on tackling taboo topics and gender based bias’ with art. Tell us a bit about your art and how you became an illustrator? My work focuses on illustrating people, especially women, and issues that concern them. In a country where aspects of African tradition contribute to widespread […]
Why are ingredients important? No product is worth buying if it’s going to be harmful to your skin health. Skincare products exist for the sole purpose of uncovering healthy skin. Guilty of not checking your labels? We have got you covered! Certain ingredients notoriously disguise themselves as useful and keep the skin looking healthy, smooth, […]
Dehydrated skin The skin is the last organ to receive nutrients which means that the water we consume is not enough to keep it at its optimum always. Dehydrated skin is simply skin that lacks water. It’s a skin condition characterized by overproduction of oil to make up for… (try guess), missing water! The result? […]
Why is skincare important? Surprise, surprise skincare matters! The reasons for taking care of your skin and building a skincare routine of your own are endless. The skin is the biggest organ of our bodies, protecting our organs from the external environment, bacteria and irritants. Our skin deserves love and care, and a good skincare […]