How the sun affects your skin (and what you can do about it)

We’re all familiar with sunburn, that hot, red, stinging sensation that flares across our skin after a day outdoors, yet how many of us understand the sunburn process? Appreciating how…

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Chronic inflammation – what you need to know

There is a good bit of debate on the best course of treatment for people dealing with inflammation and inflammatory disorders. From temporary sports injuries to chronic autoimmune conditions, inflammation…

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Is the plastic used in skincare products affecting our health?

With the plastic-free movement gaining momentum, people are now turning their attention to the health effects of exposure to plastic products. While there is much discussion about the plastic we ingest via…

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Is dry skin the cause of your breakouts?

There are a number of things that contribute to breakouts from hormones to stress but most people would primarily call out oily skin as the cause of their acne. Believe…

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Why we say NO to parabens…and why you should too.

There is plenty of talk about parabens lately and more and more new paraben free products are launching on the market – but what exactly are parabens, what is their…

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When it's NOT the cold that's causing your itchy skin

It’s exasperating, maddening and distressing all at once; the nasty effects of atopic dermatitis – from dry, flaky skin to welted and weeping skin rubbed red and raw from itching…

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How to manage rosacea naturally

Rosacea is a common inflammatory skin disorder that typically affects people with fair skin. About 13% of the Irish population suffer from rosacea. Rosacea normally affects the face and can…

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How to restore skin after Halloween makeup

Whether you love a spooky Halloween dress-up or are a lover of the season’s sweet treats, you’re skin isn’t likely to thank you for the onslaught of thick, pore-clogging make-up…

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