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Tag Archives: moisturiser
Elemis Pro-Collagen Super System
Elemis have some highly rated products but their Pro-Collagen Marine Cream seems to have a particular appeal to people who want a moisturiser that doesn’t bring them out in spots. The fact that it doesn’t have this downside gets … Continue reading
Olay Regenerist Daily 3 Point Treatment Cream
The second highest selling personal care product in the UK at the moment is Olay Regenerist Daily 3 Point Treatment Cream. (The top seller is Bio-Oil, but I have already done that one.) Users are giving it pretty good reviews, … Continue reading
Dermatitis on the Face
A question from Junie Hi My doctor whi is also a dermatologist says I have dermatitis. On my face and eye lids, the cream he gave me made it worse, the next cream he suggested I refused as it contained … Continue reading
Lanolin
I wrote recently about hypoallergenic products and and pointed out that one of the few ingredients that we have any data on the incidence of allergic reactions is lanolin. This isn’t a coincidence. Lanolin was really the original cosmetic ingredient … Continue reading
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Tagged dry skin, ingredients, moisturiser, scaremongers
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Caffeine and the Skin
A lot of the appeal of high end skin care is that it contains active ingredients that do good things for you. It’s a nice thought, but it is as well to be aware that getting through the skin is … Continue reading
Clinique’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion Plus Product Review
One of the most popular products in the lotion category for many years has been Clinique’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion. The name has long been a source of amusement for cosmetic scientists. It really should have been called a Boringly … Continue reading
Salix Alba Maximus for Men
There are quite a few ways to give your skincare product some personality. You can have a unique active. You can have a particular geographical location. You can be endorsed by a celebrity. Salix Alba ticks a lot of … Continue reading
Colin Solves Your Problems 27 – Heavy Duty Hand Cream Recommendation
A tough question from Andy. “I need a really good recommendation for a hand cream colin, i have tried so many yet always end up disappointed with it being gloopy, tacky and sticky on skin, with me being a hairdresser … Continue reading
Colin Solves Your Problems 25 – Dry Cracked Skin
A plaintive e-mail from Talia. Do you have any advice on what can be done for healing peeling skin on the face more quickly? I live in a very dry climate and lately my mouth and cheeks have been cracking … Continue reading
Cetearyl Alcohol
We all know what fat is. And we all know what alcohol is. But how about a fatty alcohol? Continue reading
