Bath bombs are awesome balls of fizzy goodness, with some interesting science behind them! They were invented in 1989 by Mo Constantine, one of Lush’s founders. Bath bombs contain the chemical sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, as their key ingredient. This is the text version – scroll down for the video! Some of you might remember that baking …
This video was sponsored by Bioderma. Bioderma are one of my favourite “sciencey” brands. Not only do they use science-backed ingredients, but they also conduct their own skin research in association with research institutes and dermatologists, and it’s been published in some pretty prestigious peer-reviewed journals (Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, Journal of the European Academy …
This week’s video is on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s skincare routine, which she shared on her Instagram account in January. It’s impressively legit! Check out the video here for the full rundown. Related post: Reviewing Pharrell Williams’ Skincare Routine (Video) Products mentioned: Bioderma Sensibio H2O Wipes Neutrogena Makeup Removing Wipes The Lab Muffin Guide to Basic Skincare This post contains affiliate links – …
This post is sponsored by Grant Industries. Silicones are one of the Big Bad ingredients in skincare, make-up and haircare. They’ve been demonised by natural brands, and there are more warnings about them than you can count. So I was delighted when Grant Industries (ingredient manufacturer, maker of Granactive Retinoid, physical sunscreens and of course, silicones) asked me to do a …
This video is a quick(ish) overview of the beauty products I picked up in France and England on my recent trip to Europe – the exchange rate was really good and you guys gave me a lot of recommendations, thank you! I maaaaayyy have gone overboard. Click here for the video. On my trip I also filmed a chat with …
“Is all the stuff that rolls off with a peeling gel really my skin?“ This is a question I come across a lot! In case you’ve forgotten, a peeling gel is a popular type of cleanser in Asia. You start off with a watery gel like this, which you spread over your face (the one picture here is Laneige Strawberry …
You might’ve had the experience where you apply your foundation over primer/moisturiser/sunscreen etc., and then a little while later your foundation’s gone clumpy. This is foundation incompatilibility. What’s happening, and what can you do to avoid it? Let’s talk about the science behind foundation! [Note: I would recommend watching the video in addition to reading the post, if you’re usually …
This week’s video is about musician and producer extraordinaire Pharrell Williams of The Neptunes, NERD and “Happy” fame. He’s well known for never seeing to age (often attributed to the fact that he may be a vampire). Here he is at 43: He’s revealed bits of his skincare routine in dribs and drabs in interviews throughout the years, so I …