Aromatherapy has been used for centuries. When inhaled, the scent molecules in essential oils travel from the olfactory nerves directly to the brain and especially impact the amygdala, the emotional centre of the brain. Essential oils, like tea tree oil, appear on the ingredient lists of many skin care products. However, did you know this group of ingredients can cause irritation!

Collagen is a crucial element of your skin. This protein is responsible for giving your face that youthful bounce, and as it declines, fine lines appear. Collagen literally holds us together it makes up 30% of the body's protein and 70% of the skin's protein. The No. 1 cause of skin ageing is the loss of collagen. So how does it decline? There are a few reasons some are in your control and others are not.

Pregnancy can be a difficult time and a woman goes through many emotional and physical changes when pregnant. There are hormonal changes as the body gets ready to carry and deliver a baby

Why use Encapsulated over non-encapsulated Retinol (Vitamin A)

Pigmentation is not an easy fix, it requires consistency, patience and good active ingredients that have scientific backing.

Oxidative stress is something that can harm your skin, leading to the appearance of wrinkles, brown spots and inflammation.

When we get super stressed, our body takes a major hit. It responds by releasing hormones that increase breathing and heart rates, and our muscles get tighter and ready to respond to the perceived danger.

Most commonly seen in the autumn months is the impairment and fragility of the skin barrier which can manifest as symptoms of dryness, sensitivity and a lack lustre look.

Cosmeceuticals combine a cosmetic formulation with bioactive ingredients designed to benefit skin. These are not pharmaceuticals (medicines) but when formulated properly and applied to the skin, they do improve skin health and quality.