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In 5 Minutes—Before Your Next Zoom Meeting
For many of us, adjusting to the new realities of daily life means getting comfortable on camera as Zoom conference calls have come to dominate our to-do lists. Though you might be neglecting your regular skin- and haircare routines while hunkering down at home, that doesn’t mean you want your...

Skincare Tips to Help You Glow this Eid!
We are already halfway through Ramadan and the excitement of Eid is starting to settle in. Of course this year we will see it in a different light but hey, it’s still Eid! And as it is approaching quickly, we must get back to our skincare routine to shine our...

About Deuterium & Fasting
What is deuterium and deuterium-depleted drinking water? Deuterium, a.k.a. heavy hydrogen, is a naturally occurring stable – non-radioactive – variation of hydrogen. The atomic nucleus of hydrogen consists of one proton only, but the deuterium nucleus contains one proton and one neutron. This considerable, twofold mass difference causes significant differences...

What is Arbutin?
Arbutin is a naturally occurring derivative of hydroquinone. It is believed to be one of the best alternatives to hydroquinone as it provides the skin-lightening effect of hydroquinone without some of the risks. Arbutin is now found in a variety of skin care products aimed at lightening skin pigmentation. Skin lightening...

Can Collagen Supplements Improve Your Hair?
As we get older, our bodies naturally produce less collagen. And sun damage can further decrease our collagen production. This loss of collagen may contribute to some of the classic signs of aging in many people — like wrinkled and sagging skin, roughness, dryness, itchiness, increased fragility and skin that’s...

Collagen Supplements for Hair Loss
Are you concern with thinning hair or hair loss? You are not alone. Besides wrinkles and sagging skin, hair loss and thinning hair are the biggest concern for women and men. Contrary to popular belief, hair loss is not a disease that only affects the guys. Women actually make up...

12 Best Collagen Boosting Foods
Did you know that collagen is the body’s most common substance, after water? It is the main structural protein in connective tissue, comprising over 70–75% of skin and 25–35% of whole-body protein content. Collagen is responsible for regenerating the body’s cells. It gives skin its elasticity, hair and nails their...

Do Slimming Creams Work & Are They Safe to Use?
Today, let’s talk about slimming creams, one of the top skeptical beauty and skincare products on the market. What are slimming creams? Slimming creams, also called weight-loss creams, are designed to burn body fat. It absorbs into the skin and burns the fat and blocks cellulite formation. The application process...

5 unexpected side effects on acne medication Accutane
Isotretinoin — the prescription acne pill better known by the now-defunct brand name Accutane — is well-known for its ability to clear severe, treatment-resistant acne. Many patients who take the medicine, typically for a four- to five-month course, experience a prolonged (sometimes permanent) disappearance of their blemishes Just like any...

How Genetic Testing Works
The Human Genome Project, completed in 2003, revealed just how much individual variation there is. Researchers worked out the order (or sequence) of the three billion DNA bases (chemical building blocks) that constitute the human genome (the complete set of human DNA). Although it's about 99% the same in all...

Coronavirus beauty essentials
You’re avoiding coronavirus infection by wearing a mask, but what is it doing to your skin? Here’s how you can keep it healthy and fresh looking. Masks have become an essential accessory for many people in recent weeks. 1. Amp up your skincare routine Wearing a mask all day long...

How to look after dry skin caused by handwashing and sanitiser
Washing your hands is important. Please do it. Wash them when you cough, when you sneeze, before you eat, after you eat and any time you touch your mouth or nose. Just keep washing them. However, you might find that using soap and hand sanitister more often leaves your skin...