Clinique Sun care

A plant-derived ingredient revolutionises the cosmetics world. Everyone is talking about bakuchi oil, the “wonder weapon” combating premature skin ageing and wrinkles. As an alternative to retinol, it achieves its effect entirely without troublesome skin irritation or sun sensitivity. Does it sound too good to be true? We put bakuchi oil under the microscope.

16 February 2024

Studies have long since shown: skincare with hyaluronic acid can visibly reduce wrinkles. The reason for this is its ability to bind large quantities of water. This increases the skin’s resilience and fine lines seem to smooth out by themselves. But is every product with hyaluronic acid equally effective? You can read about this and other facts about the number 1 moisture booster in this article.

20 October 2023

Soaps, toothpaste, emulsions: glycerine is hidden in more everyday products than you might think. Yet this moisturiser is living an undeserved shadowy existence. Compared to other active ingredients and actives, glycerine seems a little outdated in cosmetics. Yet there is much more to this inconspicuous substance than meets the eye. We think that glycerine deserves a round of applause. Today we look at its benefits, debunk the myths and repair its tarnished reputation.

19 August 2024