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Skin whitening injections
Glutathione is a fabulous anti-oxidant. Its found in all her cells. Should we be taking it intravenously to lighten skin?
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Ingredient focus: Niacinamide
This is Part Two on Niacinamide. In Part One, (LINK attached here), I outlined why Niacinamide is important to energy storage in our bodies and how it is a skin lightener. Today’s blog outlines the functions of Niacinamide There is
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Avene Day Protector UV EX SPF30 PA+++
I sometimes wonder why sunscreen makers need to make multiple sunscreens, when they have a perfect product already. Let’s find out.
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Innisfree Intensive Anti Pollution Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
Despite all the fuss around K-beauty, this is one of the few South Korean sunscreens that make it to Nykaa’s bestseller list.
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Clinique Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Sunscreen
One of the final products on Nykaa’s best selling sunscreens is Clinique’s SPF 50, which appears to be the same formula that is also sold in the USA.
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Kiehl’s Super Fluid UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++
This is Kiehl’s Mineral sunscreen which provides extensive broad spectrum coverage. Its the same/similar formulation to the Made in USA Kiehl offering. Should you buy it?
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Kiehl’s Ultra-Light Daily UV Defense SPF 50 PA++++ with Anti-Pollution
I had almost forgotten this product was a sunscreen as I was so taken by its self-professed “anti-pollution” benefits.
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L’Oreal Paris UV Perfect Super Aqua Essence SPF 50+ PA++++ Long UVA
This is an inexpensive sunscreen (Rs 515 for 30ml). It’s interesting, that Nykaa’s bestselling sunscreens are a combination of low and high priced items.
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Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Dry Touch Sunscreen SPF50+
A 21.6% Zinc Oxide formulation is (literally) the American way to make sunscreen. I’m not surprised this product finds itself on Nykaa’s bestselling sunscreens.
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Clinique SPF 50 UVA/UVB Mineral Sunscreen Fluid For Face
This is an American brand sunscreen that is on average, 30 percent cheaper in the USA. As much as possible, it makes sense to buy this outside India.
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Neutrogena Oil-Free Moisturiser SPF 15
A massive difficult for acne prone skin is finding non-comedogenic sunscreen. It’s unsurprising that this oil-free sunscreen is in Nykaa’s bestselling sunscreen list.
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Lotus Herbals Safe Sun Daily Multi-Function Sunblock SPF 70 PA+++
Lotus Herbals make cheap sunscreens. Having reviewed over 80% of Lotus Herbals’ sunscreen range last year, I am intrigued to see if absolutely anything about this sunscreen brand has changed.
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Lakme Sun Expert SPF 50 PA+++ Ultra Matte Lotion Sunscreen
This is a revised formulation of Lakme’s sunscreen and it does merit a separate review. Its also in Nykaa’s top 20 best selling sunscreens.
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Plum Green Tea Day-Light Sunscreen Gel SPF 35 PA+++
If you are wondering what this is doing on Nykaa’s bestselling sunscreen list – don’t worry, you are not the only one!
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L’Oreal Paris UV Perfect Even Complexion SPF 50+
I reviewed this sunscreen last year and given its on Nykaa’s bestseller list I do feel compelled to revisit this product.
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Dermalogica Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50
This sunscreen is one of the most expensive sunscreens on Nykaa’s bestselling sunscreen list. Should you fork out additional cash for this?
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Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense Aqua Gel SPF 50 PA++++
This is an expensive sunscreen but it is still within Nykaa’s bestseller list. This indicates to me, that Indians are willing to pay a high price if they believe a sunscreen works and/or is branded.
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Ponds White Beauty Sun Protection Day Cream SPF 30
This product is a whitening cream that is also a sunscreen. In fact its a top-selling sunscreen on Nykaa. Does its dual function make a difference?
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Clarins UV Plus Anti-Pollution Sunscreen SPF 50
Clarins Anti-Pollution sunscreen is a best-selling sunscreen on Nykaa. If you are as baffled as I am, keep reading.
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Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Sunblock SPF 50+ PA+++
This is a best-selling sunscreen on Nykaa’s website. Pricewise, it is an absolute bargain. Should you rush online and purchase it now?
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Thalgo SPF 30 Age Defence Sun Lotion
Thalgo’s sun lotion appears to be in the top 20 bestselling sunscreens on Nykaa. Find out if you should buy it.
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The Organic Pharmacy Sunscreen SPF 50
This is a Made in the UK brand that my mother has been using for a decade now. Should you rush out to buy it?
Skincare
Mandelic Acid cheat sheet
This blog outlines the benefits and side effects of using Mandelic Acid
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Salicylic Acid cheat sheet
This blog outlines benefits and side effects of using Salicylic Acid
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Glycolic Acid cheat sheet
This blog addresses major benefits and side effects of using Glycolic Acid
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AHA and BHA – everything you wanted to know in one place
If there is one blog you read on this subject, it should be this…
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Why are chemical peels so important when we talk about exfoliating acids?
(All references supporting the acid series are available at this LINK) Introduction I am starting a new series on exfoliating acids, which I will admit, is a topic that’s been written to death by researchers, beauty influencers, product manufacturers and
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