Following the success of the skin care favourite, we continued our conversation with Sharon Kwek, Senior Innovation and Insights Analyst, Beauty and Personal Care, Mintel, on how the sector developed in 2017 and what’s in store for 2018. Facial masks ... ( read original story ...)
The surprising product that will transform your skincare regime in your 40s
Acid: a word that sounds destructive, abrasive and definitely like something you wouldn’t put near your skin. However, in the world of skincare, acids are rapidly rivaling the serum with their complexion-boosting benefits, leaving you glowing, not flaking. ( read original story ...)
Facial masks in 2017 part 2: The sheet mask segment grabs share
As the “birthplace of the sheet mask” , Asia has now gained the title of the “world’s largest sheet mask innovator” . Europe is lagging behind and makes up 16% of this total. The US has even less of an impact in the skin care sector, sitting ... ( read original story ...)
Cuban boy dies after surgery to remove basketball-sized facial tumour
A 14-year-old boy from Cuba who underwent surgery in Florida to remove a 4.5-kg (10-lb) tumour from his face has died. Emanuel Zayas suffered from a rare condition called polyostotic fibrous dysplacia, which causes certain bones to become soft. The ... ( read original story ...)
Made in Malaysia: Natural Body and Skin Care Brands
In our effort to support local, this is definitely a win-win. These Malaysian-made natural beauty brands use natural, organic, or raw treasures like olive oil, botanical essential oils, goat’s milk, fresh coffee grounds, and even one from us humans ... ( read original story ...)
Natural Beauty Tips with Tea
Are you looking for some natural beauty tips? I’ve been an educator for a cosmetics company for the last few years, so I’m always interested in what’s on the ingredient panel. We carry a number of products that contain red, black, green, and white teas. ( read original story ...)
Century-old pictures of Yosemite National Park by intrepid California couple capture its natural beauty in stunning black and white shots
A California couple traveled far and wide in their Studebaker sedan in the early 1900s and, in the process, took nearly 3,000 photographs documenting their adventures. Between 1905 and 1938, William and Grace McCarthy took 2,998 photos of their travels ... ( read original story ...)
‘Face yoga’ just might reduce signs of ageing. Here’s how it works
Smile again to lift those cheek muscles up!" I'm attempting to do "the cheek lifter". It's one of 32 facial exercises that make up this so-called facial workout, also known as "face yoga". The exercise program, like others of its ilk, promises to "erase ... ( read original story ...)
Five face fixers to tackle your skin concerns from shifting shine to fighting lines
FORGET using one so-so face product and treat all your skin sins at once by using five fab fixers! We've rounded up the best face masks to give your skin a boost this winter. As soon as winter hits, we get a double dose of bad weather and a fading glow. ( read original story ...