History of Skincare Part 14: The Baroque Era, 1600-1699

The Reign of Ornamentation In many ways, the seventeenth century began where the sixteenth century left off. Taking their example from royalty such as Queen Elizabeth of England and the queen of Spain, also named Elizabeth, women wore elaborately-constructed gowns that featured structured neck ruffs, form-fitting bodices and stiff, wide skirts. The seventeenth century was…

Combining Botox Dermal Fillers & Anti-Ageing Skin Treatments for Fresher, Younger Looking Skin

There are many things that cause our skin to age, some things are inevitable, others we can influence, but we can’t change the natural ageing process. It’s natural for our face to lose some of its fullness, and with time we will all get visible lines on our face. Ageing happens not just because of…

History of Skincare Part 19: The Great Depression, 1930-1939

The Crash Everything changed suddenly in 1929 when the stock market crashed. Many of the rich became poor overnight and many of the poor became destitute. While shocks were felt across the Western world, America got the brunt of the Depression. Tent and shack cities rose up in urban centers, bread lines stretched for blocks…

Green Tea Extract – What Can it Do to Banish Cellulite?

Green tea has been used for centuries by Asian cultures for it’s medicinal properties. Only in the past decades has it caught the attention of westerners. Since then, it has gained in popularity. Chock full of antioxidants and compounds, green tea extract is found in an increasing number of skin care formulations. But can it…