During the COVID-19 pandemic, face masks have become the new normal because they play an essential role in reducing the spread of the novel coronavirus. Unfortunately, they can result in skin problems, such as dryness, irritation, and breakouts that have been nicknamed “maskne” (mask + acne). Since not wearing a mask isn’t an option, you may need some tips on how to prevent maskne and keep your skin healthy under the mask.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many things in our lives, including our approach to makeup (because masks). Some people have decided to ditch makeup altogether, while others are figuring out ways to wear makeup under their masks without smudging it and getting “maskne” (acne caused by wearing a mask). If you belong to the latter category, check out our tips for wearing makeup with a face mask.

Walnut oil is an edible vegetable oil extracted from walnuts. It is typically used in cold dishes such as salad dressings. In addition to its culinary use, walnut oil is valued for its beauty benefits. What exactly are the benefits of walnut oil for your skin and hair?

Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a flowering plant native to North America. Native Americans and early Puritan settlers used it as a folk remedy, and today, witch hazel extract is a common ingredient in some over-the-counter medications and skin care products. What exactly are the skin benefits of witch hazel?

Carrier oils are widely used in skin and hair care because of their high content of essential fatty acids. Some of them (for example, argan, coconut, macadamia, etc.) are fairly popular among consumers, while others are less widely used despite having amazing beauty benefits. For example, hemp seed oil definitely deserves more recognition.

Every woman in beautiful in her own way, but society pressure and self-image issues prevent lots of women from being comfortable in their own body and embracing their inner beauty. Here are a few tips that will help you find your inner beauty and bring it out for everyone to see.

Lockdown has made many people’s personal care routine more relaxed for a number of reasons: some people are feeling too stressed or exhausted to stick to a proper routine, while others think that some of the steps are unnecessary in this “new world”. For example, why bother taking care of your lips when no one can see them under your mask? Well, this is sad and just wrong. You do need to take care of your lips during quarantine to keep them soft, smooth and hydrated.

Wearing a face mask is essential for protecting yourself and people around you from the novel coronavirus. Unfortunately, friction and increased humidity caused by wearing a mask can result in skin irritation and aggravate existing skin conditions. Since you can’t not wear a mask, you should know how to treat skin irritation caused by wearing it and prevent its recurrence.

Beauty sleep isn’t just a cliché expression used by glossy magazines. While you’re sleeping, your skin is repairing itself by producing new collagen, and it also becomes more receptive to certain active ingredients of skincare products. In addition, getting a good night’s sleep helps to prevent under eye bags and dark circles, dull complexion etc. Here are a few tips for improving your beauty sleep and looking your best in the morning.

Face masks are generally targeted skincare products: there are multiple types of masks, and each of them has a specific purpose, such as cleansing, moisturizing, nourishment, balancing, etc. But which of them should you choose when different areas on your face have different needs? That’s where multi-masking comes in handy.

Lots of women pay the deserved attention to their morning skincare routine that keeps their skin hydrated and protected throughout the day, but can’t commit to doing the bare minimum in the evening, claiming they don’t have time or are too tired. But your nighttime skincare routine doesn’t have to be a lengthy and elaborate process! In just 5 minutes and several basic steps, you’ll prepare your skin for the beauty sleep.

It feels like we’ve been in lockdown for forever, but it’s going to end at some point, and our lives will return to some semblance of normality. You’re probably planning to return to your pre-quarantine beauty routine as soon as it happens, but have you thought about sticking to some of the new beauty habits you’ve gained during your self-isolation? Here’s our list of post-quarantine beauty resolutions to consider.

The coronavirus pandemic has drastically changed our lives. Forced to stay at home, a lot of people have reconsidered their attitude towards their beauty habits and routines; some have chosen to be more relaxed, while others stick to their beauty regimen even more vigorously than before because it helps them calm down and stay sane. Regardless of which group you belong to, check out these quarantine beauty tips that may come in handy.

Color-treated hair needs special care because permanent and semi-permanent hair dyes, even those claiming to be delicate, can make your hair more brittle and strip it of natural protection. Besides, some shampoos can wash out the pigment, making your hair color fade faster. That’s why people who regularly dye their hair pay special attention to the ingredient lists of the hair care products they buy. Here are 4 ingredients that you should avoid if you have color-treated hair.

Deciding to wear or not to wear makeup is the choice every woman makes for herself. Wearing makeup everyday or not wearing it at all, as well as any other option in between, is totally OK as long as you’re happy with your choice. However, there are situations when even the most devoted makeup lovers should give their skin a break, because wearing makeup won’t do it any good. Here are a few examples.

Traveling is always stressful to a degree, even when you’re going on a long-awaited vacation. The stress you experience has a negative effect on your whole body, including your hair, which is exacerbated by external factors, such as recycled cabin air, sun, wind, salt or chlorinated water. As a result, your hair may become dry, dull and lifeless, making you look at your vacation photos with horror. To help you prevent this, let us give you a few tips for taking care of your hair while traveling.

Traveling, however pleasant and exciting, can be really stressful for your skin because of dry air on the plane, a change of climate, a lack of sleep, jet lag, new cuisine, etc. All this stress can result in skin breakouts that are known as vacation acne or airplane acne. Here are a few tips for preventing blemishes and keeping your skin clear while traveling.

Friday night is the time to de-stress from the work week and relax with your friends, have a couple of drinks and maybe hit the dance floor. And there’s nothing wrong with this, but sometimes we lose control and party too hard even though we have plans for Saturday and won’t have enough time to recuperate. If you’ve had a few too many drinks on Friday and need to look presentable on Saturday, here are 5 tips to help your skin recover from a Friday night out.

Shiny skin is a common issue that people with oily or combination skin face on a daily basis. Contrary to a popular misconception, oily shine isn’t a deviation from norm or a skin condition; it is a sign that your skin is protected. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, sebum (skin oil) helps protect the skin from dehydration and prevents premature wrinkles. The key to keeping your skin looking good is to get rid of excess oil without stripping your skin of its natural protection. Here are a few tips that will help you prevent shiny skin.

If your skin get shiny halfway through the day, you often notice greasy stains on your phone screen having ended a call, your pores are clogged, and you suffer from blackheads and pimples, you most likely have oily skin. A lot of people with this skin type resort to excessive cleansing to control oily shine and balance their skin, but this approach never works. Here are 5 dos and don’ts of taking care of oily skin that will help you balance your skin and combat common oily skin problems.

There are two kinds of dry skin: naturally dry skin produces less oil than normal, whereas dehydrated skin has been stripped of moisture and oil by external factors, such as aggressive skincare products, dry air, etc. Regardless of the underlying cause of dry skin, it needs special care. Here are 5 dos and don’ts of taking care of dry skin.

There are plenty of articles online about taking care of dry or oily skin, but the thing is, most people actually have combination skin that is oily or prone to oiliness in the T-zone (nose and forehead) and dry or prone to dryness on the cheeks and cheekbones. Caring for this skin type may be tricky, but it’s quite manageable. Here are 5 dos and don’t of taking care of combination skin.

A lot of cosmetic ingredients might cause various kinds of allergic reactions, from slight irritation to atopic dermatitis. They’re not necessarily inherently harmful; it’s just that some people are more sensitive to certain ingredients than others. Here’s a list of potential allergens that you should be aware of if you have sensitive skin.

There’s a face mask for every skin type and concern, from dehydration to acne to premature aging. Some masks give the skin an immediate boost when you need to make yourself look presentable right now (for example, SOS masks that moisturize the skin in just 15 minutes), while others are designed for prolonged care (for instance, nighttime moisturizing masks for dehydrated skin). Here are 5 popular types of face masks that you should consider including in your skincare routine.