by Sarah Brown
Achieving skin balance is key to taking control of problem skin. Skin balance refers to an even pH and oil production, and is affected by products, diet, stress and lifestyle. Unbalanced skin experiences oiliness, dryness, breakouts and reactions, whilst balanced skin is calm, clear and comfortable – here’s how to achieve it: Give your skin [...]
A couple of weeks ago I touched on the amazing processes our skin goes through as we sleep – processes so amazing, that sleep and managing stress have made it into my Age Confidence Five A Day. A lack of sleep and high stress levels really take their toll on the body and prevent it [...]
While there are many tips and tricks to keep your sensitive skin calm and under control, ultimately they all serve one common purpose – achieving skin balance. For me, achieving skin balance and identifying the factors that throw it out of balance was the epiphany in my sensitive skin journey. There are many aspects to [...]
We all know that feeling of dread when you look in the mirror and are greeted by a new friend, Mr Spot – someone we’d happily never meet and who usually pops up when he is least welcome. But what most of us don’t know is what exactly a spot is… The science behind spots Each [...]
Thought I’d share this interesting article I came across on Yahoo’s Lifestyle site last week – claiming that Thyme could be a gentle yet effective natural alternative to common chemical acne treatments. Yahoo reports that scientists from Leeds Metropolitan University tested the effectiveness of Thyme tincture on killing the bacterium that causes acne, Propionibacterium acnes. [...]
For many, face wipes are a beauty essential. While they may save time, the chemical-heavy cloths can be incredibly irritating for sensitive skin. Facial cleansing wipes have revolutionized the skincare industry, with almost every major brand developing their own variety. They are however the one thing the majority of Pai customers simply cannot tolerate, with [...]
Today sees the start of Lent, the 40 day period in which many of you will be trying your best to give up that vice or bad habit you know you’d be better off without. A good lifestyle and clear skin go hand-in-hand. So, abstaining from some of the common baddies will not only improve [...]
Woohoo – it’s Friday and most of us have been paid! If you’re planning on spending your hard-earned cash on a big night out this weekend, try not to neglect your skin. As I mentioned yesterday, alcohol can cause skin to become irritated, dry and flushed. Luckily for you social butterflies, there are plenty of [...]
I always recommend that sensitive skin sufferers check ingredient lists and give beauty products containing alcohol a wide berth. Ethyl alcohols dry the skin, cause irritation, trigger Rosacea flare-ups and prevent the absorption of Vitamin A – the lack of which promotes premature ageing. These drying alcohols are listed as ‘alcohol denat.’, ‘ethanol’ or ‘ethyl [...]
I get a lot of people with Rosacea writing to me – particularly at this time of year when the weather gets cooler and central heating is switched on. Sensitive skin can be particularly susceptible to temperature variations, with Rosacea the most common skin complaint developing as a result. Concentrated along the upper cheeks [...]
Before developing a skin allergy, I was your average beauty consumer, mixing and matching products with little consideration for what they contained.
After years of research, trials and skin tribulations I discovered the remedial and rejuvenating powers of natural ingredients and Pai Skincare was born.