Who doesn’t love the feel of sunshine! While we enjoy lying on the beach, our skin might not be so happy. As summer sets in, more skin irritation starts to appear. Unbearable heatwaves, UV rays, sweats and air conditioning… The Australian summer season can be a real hard time for our skin. Here are some […]
We all want our skin to stay young. Most of us have incorporated one or two anti-aging products in our skincare regime. But how much do you know about your anti-aging products? How do they work to stop the process of skin aging? Today we’ll introduce you to some of the best anti-aging creams in […]
Summer is the season to kick back, relax at the beach and enjoy the sun. At the same time, warm weather also brings a whole lot of skincare challenges like oily skin, breakouts and sun damage. You might start to wonder if you really need to moisturise even with the heat outside and your skin […]
Australians are known for our outdoor lifestyle. We spend long hours under the sun, and as a result, we’re facing more threats to our skin’s health. Because of the thinned ozone layer over Australia, more UV radiation is directly reaching the earth, which can be harmful to the skin without proper sun protection. In fact, […]
Working as a tradie is tough. Long hours of work and constant exposure to the sun are physically challenging, especially in the hot Aussie summer. Our hands have the fewest and smallest oil glands in the body. Therefore, hands are more prone to work-related damages than any other parts of the body. Dry, cracked hands […]
If you have a quick look at the ingredient lists on your skincare products, you’re likely to spot a familiar name – urea. Urea is one of the most common ingredients that exist in many of our beauty and skincare products. What is urea? How does it benefit our skin? Here’s everything you need to […]
Hand hygiene is the most important measure suggested by the World Health Organisation (WHO) to avoid the transmission of harmful germs. Washing hands with soap and water rinses away germs and dirt, but it can be so harsh on your skin as it strips the natural, protective oils away. With all that exposure to drying […]
Dry, chapped lips is an extremely common issue that many of us face, which is usually not harmful. The skin on our lips is much thinner and more delicate than that on the rest of the face. Therefore, our lips are generally less capable of retaining moisture and more prone to dryness, peeling and flaking. […]
As a healthcare professional, practising good hand hygiene is an essential part of your job. You are always required to perform hand hygiene before and after patient care, after coming into contact with open wounds, or when touching any object near a patient. However, with frequent handwashing, you end up with dry, irritated hands. Therefore, […]
Dry skin is a very common and usually harmless skin condition. However, in some cases, dry skin can be accompanied by uncomfortable itchiness, irritation or even pain. So what are the common factors that trigger dry skin? How can we tackle dry skin? Today we’ll take you through the causes of dry skin and introduce […]
Vitamin E in Skincare & Best Vitamin E Products If you’re a skincare lover, you’re probably familiar with the word ‘Vitamin E’. What you might not know, is what benefits this common ingredient has for your skin? Here’s everything you need to know about Vitamin E and your skin. What is Vitamin E? Vitamin E, […]
If you work with your hands or wash them frequently, you will be no stranger to dry, chapped hands. Rough, flaky and cracked hands are common among people of all ages. Dry hands can turn red, irritated and uncomfortable. In some cases, hands can become extremely dehydrated, cracked and even start to bleed. So what […]
What is eczema? Eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis, is a common skin condition that affects both children and adults. People with eczema have skin that has a weak moisture barrier, so it becomes dry and irritated. Many factors can trigger eczema. For instance, chronically dry skin, bacterial infections, chemicals, perfumes and soap, allergens such […]
In a world or vitamin C serums, neck creams, retinol, body scrubs, and even hand creams, it seems there is one part of the body that we tend to neglect when it comes to skin care: our feet. “Many people forget to moisturise their feet. They don’t see their feet as an important area to […]
Because your lips have thinner skin compared to the rest of your body, they are more delicate and prone to dryness and environmental aggressors. Here are some common lip symptoms that most people experience: Dryness: Dry lips are the most common symptom. Lips can feel dry and tight caused by dehydration. Chapped lips: Dryness is […]
Dry and chapped lips are extremely common, especially during the cold winter days. Unlike other parts of your skin which has a protective layer, our lips have thinner skin. Therefore, they are extremely sensitive to environmental changes and are more prone to dryness and irritation. Beyond seasonal changes, a range of factors can cause dry […]
Winter is hard on your hands. When the weather turns cold and the air dries out, your skin can no longer hold onto the moisture. With excessive hand washing, our hands can become even drier and rougher. Many people can also feel their hands getting dull, chapped, and troubled in winter. Our hands need some […]
As the temperature starts to drop, you might notice your skin looking and feeling different. Cold air and low humidity levels combined with hot showers and use of heaters can really dehydrate your skin. Your skin usually becomes dry, raw and fragile during the winter season. So does your skin experience the below symptoms in […]
With the COVID-19 outbreak, many of us have washed our hands more frequently than ever. Diligent handwashing helps keep germs away, but did you know it can also damage the skin barrier, causing dry, flaky and itchy skin? Without proper care, the skin may crack and even bleed, which can increase your risk for infection. […]
The best and most recommended way to prevent the spread of germs and bacteria is to wash your hands. But in instances where you might not be near a bathroom or just want extra protection, hand sanitisers are the next best thing (or best additional thing) — especially as we’re all trying to prevent the […]
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