Ever been told to never forget to put on your sunblock before you leave the house? I’m sure you have, and that’s because sunblock isn’t just a skincare accessory; it’s a necessity for maintaining healthy skin. Especially with Pakistan's harsh climate, where sun exposure is high for most of the year, the need for effective sun protection becomes even more critical. Finding a product that not only provides this protection...

Hair can often form a crucial part of one’s identity, and when it starts to thin or fall, it can feel unsettling, because who doesn’t love a full, shiny head of hair? If you’ve been worried about hair loss or want to boost hair growth, you’re not alone! The good news is that modern shampoos, designed specifically for these issues, have made targeting hair fall and promoting hair growth easier...

There seems to be a consensus among the general population regarding moisturizers- that daily moisturizing is not necessary for healthy skin but rather an aesthetically inclined habit. On the contrary, the skin is actually our body’s most sensitive organ and requires the right kind of attention to stay healthy and look your best. The real challenge though, is finding the perfect moisturizer, especially when every product claims to be the...

Suffering from oily skin, enlarged pores, and acne this summer? What if there was one product, a must have elixir, that could give you a sought-after glow, without making your skin seem greasy? According to skin care specialists at Harley Street Formulations, a top skin care clinic in England, Vitamin C serum is the daily dose of goodness that oily skin needs in order to shine the right way! Oily...

Camphor is a natural compound that has been used in traditional medicine since centuries. Often sold in the form of solid cubes, it is recognised by its white, crystalline appearance, distinct, strong odour, and pungent taste. Derived from the wood of the camphor tree (scientifically, the cinnamomum camphora), this substance is customarily used in balms, ointments, and other topical treatments because of its soothing properties. Recently, camphor has been gaining...

We’ve all heard that sunscreen is absolutely essential for healthy skin, but have you ever wondered what sunscreen actually does? The general misconception is that sunscreen is a magic elixir that’ll fix any and all skin issues, including any sun damage, and lighten or whiten your skin. But the truth is a bit more complicated than that, so let’s really figure this out. Understanding The Skin To understand how sunscreen...

With trends like the ‘clean girl aesthetic’ and the idea of having ‘glass skin’ taking the world by a storm, the underlying goal for many is to achieve glowing and even-toned skin. In this pursuit, skin lightening products have gained significant traction. Most such products are marketed as ‘safe’, but in reality, skin lightening products do not have the greatest safety record, and end up causing more harm than good....

Picture this: you have spent the perfect day outside, with the sun shining brightly and your skin safely shielded by your zinc sunscreen. Yet, as the day ends, you’re faced with another problem - how to get the stubborn white residue that comes with sunscreen out from your skin and clothes. Zinc sunscreens, while being the best in the game when it comes to UV protection, are known for leaving...