Why you need to do a double cleanse!
One is a must, two is better! Heard about double cleansing & wondering why you need to use 2 cleansers? We’ve got answers for you! STEP 1: An oil-based cleanser:...
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Take 5 & Revive!
Take 5 & Revive!
Very often, we tend to shy away from going through a proper, step-by-step skincare regime because we tend to assume that it is supposed to be time consuming. More so,...
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5 skincare mistakes your sensitive skin is paying for
5 skincare mistakes your sensitive skin is paying for
Having sensitive skin can really make you feel like you have received the short end of the stick. From a sunnier-than-usual day to a comforting, steamy shower, anything can aggravate...
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The trusted trio of skincare
The trusted trio of skincare
"Beautiful skin requires commitment, not a miracle" - Erno Laszlo What's the trusted trio? Any guesses? They make your skin feel clean, clear, refreshed and purified. A skincare junkie and a...
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Face oils: The skincare wonderland!
Face oils: The skincare wonderland!
We’ve always had day creams, night creams, SPFs and serums. But guess who decided to steal the show when it comes to skincare? Yep, face oils! Before you think ‘another...
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Clay mask or sheet mask - which one is for you?
Clay mask or sheet mask - which one is for you?
A weekly masking routine is a truly fun, rewarding way to care for your skin. But choosing the right face mask for your needs can get tricky sometimes due...
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Exfoliation - easy & rewarding
Exfoliation - easy & rewarding
Exfoliation is so easy and so good for your skin if done right, you ought to include it in your routine if you haven't, already. Here's how to do it...
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Which is the right toner for you?
Which is the right toner for you?
OK. Let's be honest. When was the last time you diligently followed the C-T-M-P regimen on yourself? Chances are, you've been missing out on the T (toning) due to sheer...
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Can I skip using toner? And other toner FAQs
Can I skip using toner? And other toner FAQs
I care for my skin. I cleanse & moisturize regularly. I even wear sunscreen. So what if I skip using a toner? Is it really that important? After hearing so many of...
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We’ve got answers: “can i use a face scrub daily?” and 5 other questions
We’ve got answers: “can i use a face scrub daily?” and 5 other questions
If there's one thing we really enjoy doing, it's answering your questions on skin care! And one question that's been asked a lot in the last few months is: Can I...
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10 commandments for sensitive skin
10 commandments for sensitive skin
This time we’ve got you a rule book you can blindly follow if you have sensitive skin. But before we get into the rules, how do you know if your...
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Caring for combination skin
Caring for combination skin
If you feel dry after a wash but oily afterward, or in general feel dry and oily in parts, then you have combination skin. It's important to manage combination skin...
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SPF: sunscreen or sun block?
SPF: sunscreen or sun block?
Hello folks, this is the second article in our series on sun protection. The first one covered the basics of sun protection - click here if you missed reading it....
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Get green tea in your CTMP
Get green tea in your CTMP
Hello folks! Hope you liked our posts on eye pencils and antioxidants. As promised, here's our exclusive on green tea. No antioxidant comes close to green tea in terms of...
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Dry patches on face but breakouts won't stop? Problem solved!
Dry patches on face but breakouts won't stop? Problem solved!
Monika has oily skin for most parts of the year but her skin gets dry & patchy in winter- Here’s what Monika did to turn her skin around! In an...
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Are you making these 5 winter skincare mistakes?
Are you making these 5 winter skincare mistakes?
Hello there, The much awaited season of the year is officially here. Coats, jackets, colourful cardigans & stylish scarves! And the season of parties! Makeup on fleek! Truly the season...
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All you need to know about cleansing balms
All you need to know about cleansing balms
Hey there! We got lots of questions about cleansing balms - those rich, luxurious cleansers that just made their way into the plum line-up. Here’s a compilation of all...
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Gel, cream and lotion - what's the difference, and which one to choose
Gel, cream and lotion - what's the difference, and which one to choose
Hello, smart one! It's incredibly interesting to answer your questions on skin care and this one question got us especially excited - what's the difference between a gel, cream and...
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Night gel & mattifying moisturizer: know these green tea stars better!
Night gel & mattifying moisturizer: know these green tea stars better!
Got oily skin? To find a moisturizer that actually works, is difficult. But what if you have TWO SUPERSTAR HG moisturizers for oily skin? Choose one? Or both? We're talking...
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Under-eye care simplified and explained
Under-eye care simplified and explained
Rimmed eyeglasses are great, but rimmed eyes? Well, none of us likes those stubborn, threateningly widening circles under our eyes - but almost all of us have some degree of...
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Do I need a moisturizer for oily skin? Tips to choose the right one
Do I need a moisturizer for oily skin? Tips to choose the right one
I'm too scared to use a moisturizer. My skin's already too oily. I'm afraid I'll break out. But my skin feels very dry after washing my face or when I...
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Face mist or toner? What's the difference?
Face mist or toner? What's the difference?
So this summer brought with it the launch of our brand new face mist range. But that also brought in a lot of questions on toners and mists. We hate when...
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OK I got this bottle of serum. What should I do now?
OK I got this bottle of serum. What should I do now?
You have two extremes when it comes to skin care. At one end there are those whose skin care begins and ends with a face wash (and maybe a cream)....
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The face oil debate is settled! Before or after moisturizer?
The face oil debate is settled! Before or after moisturizer?
Read our founder, Shankar's scientific, easy-to-understand take on a vexing skin care debate: should face oils be used before or after using moisturizers?
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6 "essential" differences between face oils & essential oils
6 "essential" differences between face oils & essential oils
Alright. You have a bottle of oil in front of you. What do you do with it? The answer: it depends. On whether it is a face oil or...
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Can I use face scrub in winter? And 4 other winter FAQ's answered
Can I use face scrub in winter? And 4 other winter FAQ's answered
For your skin, winter has to be one of the toughest seasons to get through. Lower moisture levels, continued UV exposure, higher pollution levels, and a host of other factors...
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Serum - Moisturizer - Face Oil: which one should you use?
Serum - Moisturizer - Face Oil: which one should you use?
Serum - Moisturizer - Face Oil: Which one should you use? If you’re updated on the basics of the ideal skincare routine, you will know that it prescribes the use of...
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Your Very Own Guide for Choosing the Perfect Face Mask
Your Very Own Guide for Choosing the Perfect Face Mask
Going face masking but not sure how to choose between sheet masks, clay masks and everything in between? No worries, here's your very own, ever-so-handy face mask guide! Read on......
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What is pH balance of skin? And how do I maintain it?
What is pH balance of skin? And how do I maintain it?
What is ‘pH balance’ with respect to my skin? How does pH help my skin? Can a disturbance in this balance contribute to premature ageing? Can external factors (e.g., pollution, water...
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Can open pores on face be closed?
Can open pores on face be closed?
Our beauty expert gives you her scientific take on pores. Stuff like: what are open pores, can they be shrunk or closed, does age have anything to do with it, and...
