Notes on Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation is a common skin condition where discolouration appears on the skin. These areas can look like blotchy patches, condensed freckles or dark spots. Hyperpigmentation occurs when excess melanin (brown pigment) forms deposits in the skin. While the condition can affect people of all ages and skin types, those with a lot of melanin already […]
Notes on Combination Skin
Combination skin is a very common skin type. People with combination skin will often have an oily T-zone (forehead, nose, chin) but are balanced to dry across their cheeks. The skin is the largest living organ and is constantly in flux and susceptible to change due to both external factors (such as seasonal shifts) and […]
Notes On LED Light Therapy At Home
I’ve worked with LED Light Therapy for years, and though I’m well versed in the clinically proven benefits, I’m constantly surprised at the true and palpable results this non-invasive technology delivers. LED are a highly efficacious treatment and a great way to yield professional results at home. Suitable for all skin types and tones, it’s […]
Notes On Chemical Exfoliants AHAs, BHAs and PHAs
Our skin cells naturally turn over every 28 days; old layers shed away to reveal fresh skin beneath. As we age our cell renewal process naturally slows down, so regular exfoliation is vital in keeping the complexion smooth, balanced and glowing. When it comes to exfoliation, there are two groups, physical and chemical. Physical […]
Notes On Layering Skincare
Correctly layering your skincare products will allow you to get the most out of your products and routine. Just as important as choosing the right product for your specific skin type and concern is ensuring that you apply it in the appropriate order. With so many options, it can get confusing. Below, I break down […]
Notes On Building Out An Effective Skincare Arsenal
Building out an effective skincare arsenal ❤️ As the largest and most outward facing organ of the body, the skin is susceptible to constant change. Rarely does its state stay the same; at any given moment it may be dehydrated due to the effects of central heating and hot showers, or congested after exposure to […]
Harper’s BAZAAR Australia· The seven best face rollers for younger-looking skin, and why they’ll unlock the potential of all your products
Face Rollers are one of those skin tools that popped up one day, and became prolific in the blink of an eye. Touted for their easy skin-massaging benefits, they’re designed to “promote circulation, break apart tension and flush stagnant lymph”, according to Australian Chanel skin expert Melanie Grant — facialist to the likes of Phoebe […]
Notes On Ageing
Ageing is natural and inevitable! It happens to everyone, regardless of gender or genetics. I encourage a preventive approach to ageing focusing on really nurturing the skin from the inside out, embracing the skin you’re in and ageing gracefully. I take a 360-degree approach to support optimal skin health with a comprehensive at-home regime, regular […]
Gritty Pretty · Sarah Tarca takes a cold, hard look at whether icing your face actually does anything (other than make it cold).
Before I sat down to write this article I had a bit of a pre-game scroll on Insta and the first thing Zuckerberg served me was a video of Bella Hadid dunking her face into a bowl of ice water. This proves two things: the first is that the Instagram algorithm is now actually inside […]
Harper’s BAZAAR Australia · Everything you need to know about vitamin C serums, including the 11 best ones to brighten your complexion
Vitamin C is a firm fixture in the ABC of skincare. With promises of glowing skin, additional environmental protection and anti-ageing properties — vitamin C works overtime to give great results. So why can’t we just drink litres of orange juice? While a balanced diet inclusive of a wide range of foods and vitamins is a […]
