Aritaum Tips on Taking Care of 20s Skin.

Most skin care experts say that the best time to start a consistent beauty routine is in your 20s, which is probably because the skin’s renewal process start to decline as early as age 25, and may even happen sooner if you have poor lifestyle habits that aggravate free radical damage. Your 20s is the best time to start using skin care products like Aritaum.

Aritaum Flagship Store in Gangnam.

Here’s a comprehensive guide about taking care of your 20s skin that you can easily incorporate into your daily routines:

1. Start exfoliating regularly.
Exfoliation speeds up skin renewal by facilitating the removal of dead skin cell layers more efficiently to reveal new skin layers underneath. Sluggish skin renewal is the main cause for dull looking skin and pigmentation (e.g. dark spots), and our skin’s natural cellular regeneration process begins to decline gradually starting at age 25. Furthermore, premature skin aging may be aggravated by factors like stress, environmental pollution, and bad lifestyle habits that can make your skin look older than it's supposed to.

Exfoliation also helps unclog pores, smoothen skin, and prevent future breakouts. Choose mild exfoliators like acid-based ones containing alpha-hydroxy acids, salicylic, and/or glycolic acid. Acid-based exfoliators are not abrasive yet effectively remove dead skin cells from within.

Laneige Clear-C Peeling Mask.

2. Prioritize sun protection.
The sun’s UVA and UVB rays cause a lot of skin damage. In fact, people who are regularly exposed to the sun develop premature signs of skin aging like wrinkles and dark spots than those who don’t. However, most people aren’t concerned about using sun protection products.

Your 20s is a great time to begin using sunscreen in your regimen daily. You can prevent a lot of skin care issues in the future just by prioritizing sun protection. Choose a sunscreen that has at least 35 SPF (sun protection factor) and protects against both UVA and UVB rays (broad spectrum protection), as most sunscreen products may not protect against both UV ray types. Wear sunscreen daily all over your face and body, and leave on skin for at least 30 minutes before going out.

Mamonde Everyday Aqua Sun Cream.

3. Maintain a healthy diet and exercise.
Diet and exercise are non-negotiables are you want to maintain good health and vibrant skin. Sticking to a healthy diet and having regular exercise in your 20s gives you an edge amongst the average population and will surely give you huge incredible benefits you can reap in the future. A sound diet and exercise regimen in your early 20s is the best investment you can get for your health, beauty and even money down the line.

4. Find the right cleanser.
Many teenagers who’ve experienced oily and acne-prone skin may have been used to using strong cleansers, astringents, and skin care practices that can strip your skin of its natural oils and moisture. Once you reach your 20s, however, your hormones are beginning to be more stabilized. Thus, it's also important to begin switching to milder cleansers right for your skin type and begin concentrating on skin hydration and nourishment.

An array of cleansers at an Aritaum store.

5. Adapt your skin care routine to the season.
Just as your hormones begin stabilizing in your 20s, it’s also advisable to begin adapting your skin care routines according to the season. Use lightweight, water-based, or oil-free formulas during warmer seasons to prevent excess oil production and breakouts, and use creamier formulations during the colder months to prevent skin dehydration and dryness. Adjusting your skin care products according to the season puts less stress on your skin and help you adjust to environmental stressors better.

Aritaum Baby Face Mist.

6. Try adding retinol into your regimen.
Retinol is a popular skin care ingredient because it functions both as an anti-ager and for controlling acne. Your 20s is a good time for incorporating retinol into your regimen, as you may still be coming off your acne-riddled young adult days and transitioning into an older adult facing risks of skin aging.

7. Consider anti-aging products.
It is actually never too early to control skin aging by using anti-aging beauty products. Your 20s is an excellent time to begin introducing anti-aging products in your regimen, as your 20s skin is still good at absorbing nutrients and renewing skin cells. When buying anti-aging products, opt for ones loaded with Vitamin C and antioxidants, since these actives deal best with fighting free radical damage, oxidative stress, and UV damage.

More skincare products from Aritaum.

Your 20s is an excellent time for starting health and skin care regimens that will pay off greatly in the future. Take care of your 20s skin by adopting these habits, using products like Aritaum and being confident in maintaining that youthful-looking glow well into your 20s and beyond.

Spotlight | Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Hydrating Emulsion.

If you're a fan of Human Heart Nature's Pollution Defense Face Mask or Pollution Defense Face Cleanser, you'll be delighted to know that there's a new addition to the family - the Pollution Defense Hydrating Emulsion.

Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Hydrating Emulsion.

What's an emulsion, you ask?

Emulsions are moisturizers that are typically water-based. Unlike most face creams, they have a thinner consistency, and go on lighter on the face. In a typical Korean skincare routine, emulsions are the in-between product between essences and creams. However, you can always tweak the order of usage depending on your skin type or the current season.

For those with oily skin, emulsions can be the final moisturizing step, right before you apply sun protection. Since they're lighter and easily absorbed by the skin, people with oily skin prefer emulsions as a way to keep their skin hydrated without adding more 'grease' to their skin. Similarly, if you're living in a tropical country or it's currently summer in your area, an emulsion can keep your skin cool and light, and hydrated all at the same time.

Protect + Restore + Moisturize.

Now what makes this product noteworthy is its ability to protect the skin against air pollutants. Like the Pollution Defense Face Mask and the Pollution Defense Face Cleanser, the Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Hydrating Emulsion contains moringa seed extract, which is exceptionally good at lifting out dirt and grime from the skin and has excellent anti-aging properties.

Ingredients list.

It's also infused with Vitamin E and passion fruit seed oil which provides protection from free-radical damage and promotes healthy skin and cell growth. In addition, this product contains cocoa butter which nourishes the skin and gives this product a subtle, sweet scent - a far cry from the Pollution Defense Mask's earthy, herbal scent.

Product description and usage instructions.

Like the Pollution Defense Face Cleanser, this emulsion comes in a 50 mL pump bottle. To use, simply pump the product out and spread it gently and evenly on the face. 

One pump of the Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Hydrating Emulsion.

Spreads thin and light on the skin.

As you can see, this product has a light and milky consistency, allowing for easy skin absorption. I use this emulsion as the second-to-the-last step in my daytime skincare routine (the last step being the sun base), and I love how this product keeps my skin hydrated and moisturized all day long without turning my face into a grease ball. This product is also ideal for night time use at it boosts the skin's ability to absorb nutrients. At night, I apply this right before the Innisfree Orchid  Enriched Cream, which I will review in this blog later on.

I've been using this emulsion since it was launched two weeks ago, and so far, so good! Looks like this product will give my Korean brand emulsions a run for their money!

The Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Hydrating Emulsion retails for Php 350 per bottle and can be purchased online, and at Human Heart Nature branches across the country. As an introductory offer, you can purchase this emulsion together with the Pollution Defense Face Cleanser for only Php 545 - that's Php 50 off the regular price!

Spotlight | Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Face Cleanser.

Summer is now in full swing and we're just a few more weeks away from the much-awaited school break. It's the perfect time to travel, go on an outing, or hit the beach. On the downside, the warm and sunny season (which is more like hot and arid here in the Philippines) brings a myriad of skin problems such as breakouts, sunburn, and excessive sweating. While the latter may not seem that much of an issue because sweat rids your body of toxins, profuse sweating combined with daily exposure to pollutants such as smoke, dust, and fumes can clog your pores and lead to the formation of acne.

Human Heart Nature to the rescue!

Thankfully, there is a way to 'shield' your skin and protect it from pore-clogging, moisture-zapping daily pollutants - with the Pollution Defense Face Cleanser from Human Heart Nature.

Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Face Cleanser.

If you're a fan of Human Heart Nature's Pollution Defense Face Mask, then you'll love this cleanser just as much; maybe even more, because this product is ideal for daily use. That means you get to wash away those nasty, skin-damaging pollutants day in and day out.

Product description and usage instructions.

It's infused with NaturProtect Actives such as moringa seed extract which has the ability to filter out impurities that are deeply rooted within the skin and counteract skin aging. 

List of ingredients.

It also contains passion fruit seed oil, an ingredient rich in antioxidants that rejuvenates and nourishes the skin and protects it from DNA-damaging free radicals.

Cruelty-free, and 97.8% natural.

Also found in this face cleanser is bamboo charcoal, an amazing natural ingredient known for its ability to draw out filth from pores, control facial oil, and make the skin tighter and firmer. It also contains lemon peel oil which brightens the skin and helps improve the complexion.

Love that it comes in a convenient and hygienic pump bottle.

The Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Face Cleanser comes in a 100 mL pump bottle. Like any other cleanser, you simply pump the product out, work into a lather, massage onto your wet face in gentle, circular motions, and then rinse it off. 

You get this much product with one pump.

With its light, watery consistency, this product makes a great 'second cleanser' subsequent to my current favorite cleansing balm - because you know, I swear by double cleansing. And while the Pollution Defense Face Cleanser doesn't really foam much, it does a good job of removing dirt and oil on your face without drying your skin. Like the Pollution Defense Face Mask, this cleanser also has an earthy, herbal scent but now I have sort-of gotten used to that smell and no longer find it overwhelming. 

Working into a lather...

I've been using this as my night cleanser for about a month now and I love how my skin feels soft and squeaky clean after every wash. The cooling sensation that I get whenever this product comes in contact with my skin is also a refreshing treat in this warm (very warm, actually) weather.

The Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Face Cleanser retails for Php 245 per bottle and can be purchased at Human Heart Nature branches across the country and at the Human Heart Nature online store. For a limited time only, this cleanser can also be bought as a set with the Pollution Defense Face Mask for only Php 625.  That's Php 70 off their combined regular prices, a special offer available until March 17. 

Spotlight | Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Face Mask.

Is your skin feeling dry as if all the moisture has been zapped out of it? Or does your face look tired and haggard even after a good night's sleep? I know it's Halloween, but your bare, no-makeup face shouldn't look like you're a character from The Walking Dead about to go Trick or Treat-ing.

Dull complexion is often caused by stress, sleep-deprivation, dehydration, or a lacking skincare routine - either you're not using the right products for your skin type, you're not exfoliating, or you're not moisturizing your skin. Either that, or you live in a polluted area where you're constantly exposed to air pollutants such as smoke, dust, and fumes. These environmental elements, on top of constant UV exposure, can definitely wreak havoc on your skin.

Now this is where Human Heart Nature's Pollution Defense Face Mask comes into play. Launched simultaneously with the Bare Necessity Cleansing Balm, this new product 'lets your skin breathe clean' by cleansing it from pollutants.

Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Face Mask.

It contains bamboo charcoal, whose purifying properties have been hailed since the ancient Egypt civilization. The bamboo charcoal contained in this product is 'activated' - infused with oxygen thus increasing its ability to absorb toxins - making it even more effective at drawing out dirt and impurities from the skin.

Product description and usage instructions.

List of ingredients.

Also found in this product is moringa seed oil, which works by counterfeiting the ill effects of pollution on the skin. Its anti-aging properties makes the skin look healthy and helps improve its complexion.

Typical squeeze tube with flip top cap.

This clay-type mask is made with a blend of bentonite and kaolin clay, making this product suitable for all skin types. Bentonite is known for its ability to suck excess sebum from the skin, making it a an ideal product for oily and acne-prone skin. Kaolin, on the other hand, is known for its impurity-absorbing, skin-tightening abilities sans the adverse reactions.

Squeezed a small amount on the back of my hand.

To use, simply squeeze out a generous amount of the product on your fingertips. Spread the product across your face, starting from the bridge of your nose towards the apples of your cheeks and upwards to your temples. Wait for 10-15 minutes or until the product feels stiff before washing it off with warm water. 

Spreading it a bit on the back of my hand.

I love the tightening, pulsating feel on my face as the mask starts to dry. It feels like all that dirt, gunk, and toxins are being pulled and sucked from my face! However, I don't wait for the mask to actually flake and crack as it runs the risk of dehydrating and irritating the skin.

The mask starting to dry.

While I'm not too keen about this mask's earthy, herbal scent, I love the refreshing, moisturized feeling you get after rinsing the product off your face. Not only does it cleanse the skin, it also softens smoothens, and brightens the skin, thereby improving your complexion with regular use. And by regular, I mean once or twice a week only.

How the mask looks like as it dries on my face.

The Human Heart Nature Pollution Defense Mask comes in a 100-gram tube and retails at Php 450. It's currently being sold at an introductory price of Php 395 at all Human Heart Nature branches across the country and on the Human Heart Nature online store. I reckon this offer will last until the next magalogue turnover (which happens mid-November) so I suggest you take advantage of the discounted price while you can.

Squeezing in a photo of my bare face because why not, my skin looks good anyway.
Excuse the eyebrows, though. :)

How to Get Rid of Your Wrinkles in 45 Days.

As we age, our bodies change. You may be doing everything that you can in order to prevent other issues from coming along in the meantime. Are there ways to keep up with those changes? Do you know what it is that you need to be able to do in order to take care of yourself better? And, in the end, do you know how to prevent wrinkles and other issues that may come along in the process of aging?

Wrinkles are, often, the thing that people worry about the most in regards to aging. But, thankfully, there are a lot of ways that you can be certain that your wrinkles stay gone for good, no matter what. Here is how you can get rid of your wrinkles in 45 days – and keep them away, too!

No to wrinkles!

Eat the Right Things!
Many people don’t realize how much that your diet can impact everything that goes on with your body, including how quickly you wrinkle and how prominent that your wrinkles may be. So, you may want to go on a diet that focuses on ensuring that your body has the nutrients necessary so that your skin becomes more elastic and that wrinkles start to fade.

The main thing that you’re looking for, in this case, is antioxidants. There are plenty of foods out there that fall into the category of “superfood” that have these. They include things like raspberries, green tea, strawberries, and honey. Antioxidants help to reduce the amount of “junk” in your body, making your skin more elastic and ready to go.

You also want to make some other considerations. For example, tomatoes have lycopene, which prevents damage from UV rays (which can cause wrinkles). Vitamin E, which can be found in nuts, can also help with its anti-inflammatory properties.

Try Natural Remedies
There are plenty of things that you can use on your wrinkles that you can find in your garden or on the grocery shelf. Cucumber juice is a popular one – if you use it in different areas (like the bags under your eyes) it can help to get rid of the wrinkles. Other popular home remedies for wrinkles include pineapple juice, almond oil, coconut oil, milk, and potato paste.

Consider Products that Work
One of the products that has been getting a lot of attention recently is Jeunesse Luminesce; it has been providing amazing results for many women who are trying to get rid of their wrinkles. By using a time-tested formula, these products actually help you to deal with your wrinkles for good – and it only takes a little bit of time to know that you’re doing what you need to in order to achieve those goals in an effective manner. These sorts of products are very safe to use and you can look all over the internet in order to learn about your options and how it could make your wrinkles go away for good.

Spotlight | Etude House Happy Essential Foam Collagen.

Several weeks ago, while swatching lip tints at the Etude House branch in Festival Mall, this pretty pink tube caught my eye. No, actually, it's the word 'collagen' that really caught my eye.

Etude House Happy Essential Foam Collagen.

That I've gone gaga over collagen supplements and anti-aging skin care products is no secret. I've raved one too many times about how collagen did wonders for my skin, and I certainly wouldn't mind ditching my old facial wash for a collagen-infused one. And that I did.

Ingredients are listed in Hangul and English.

Formulated with 40% polyol (glycerin, sorbitol, PEG-32) content to keep skin feeling moist and soft, this moisturizing cleansing foam uses Marine Collagen extract to promote firmer skin and decrease the appearance of wrinkles.

Product description and usage directions at the back.

The Happy Essential Foam comes in a typical squeeze tube, and I believe this 150 mL tube is the only size available for this product - as well as the other variants in the Happy Essential Foam line. The packaging may be simple and straightforward, but still looks 'kawaii' in terms of its design.

Squeeze tube.

Now here's how the product looks like. 

Creamy!

It has a thick and creamy texture, and lathers quite well. That little dot on my finger is more than enough to wash my face and neck.

And foamy, too!

Mildly scented and gentle on the skin, this product leaves the skin soft, smooth, and supple, without the irritation. It's gentle enough for everyday use (I use this twice a day), and safe even for those with sensitive skin. I'm enamored by this product so much that a repurchase is a must! And I will, as soon as I'm halfway-through with this tube! :)

What I love:

- Contains Marine Collagen.

- Creamy texture.

- Lathers quite well, so just a little goes a long way.

- The scent.

- Does a good job of cleansing the skin.

- Leaves the skin soft and smooth.

- Safe for sensitive skin.

- Affordable price. (Php 248/ 150 mL tube)

What you might not like:

- Absolutely none!

Have you tried this product, or any other cleansing foams (Vitamin C, Witch Hazel, Hyaluronic Acid, White Clay) from the Happy Essential Foam line? How was your experience?

Spotlight | The Cream Factory Bath Cream.

Just as I am a sucker for perfumes with hints of vanilla or cherry blossoms, I'm also a patsy for anything with milk or honey when it comes to body wash and liquid soaps. And when I saw my Instagram timeline flooded with photos of this new bath cream made with goat's milk, I was like, "Where do I buy this? And how?!"

Lucky for me, Sample Room had 150 samples in stock earlier this week. And luckier for me that I was able to snag one. (You have no idea how fast those Sample Room ninjas are! One email announcement, and whoosh! The next thing you know, the product you are vying for is already out of stock. Lol.)

And so here it is, the bath cream that I've been eyeing for the past few weeks. It's also my first online purchase of the year. Well, I can't even call it a purchase because I got the item for free. All I paid for was the shipping fee, which costs Php 130 (provincial rate).

The Cream Factory, courtesy of Sample Room.

Now here's a little background about The Cream Factory. Their story is pretty simple, actually. They started with Goat's Milk from the Netherlands, which is prized for its quality and purity. It's loaded with essentials (vitamins D, C, E, B1, B6, B12) that's good for both the skin and body.

Real goat's milk from the Netherlands!

Then they added active botanical extracts to make the formulation even better and to further address specific skin needs. As for me, I got the one with Honey, which is all too perfect for my sensitive skin.

Goat's milk & Honey.

In case you didn't know, honey contains anti-microbial properties which helps protect the skin. It's a great anti-ageing agent, and has the ability to absorb and retain moisture - keeping the skin hydrated, soft, and supple.

Kills germs, moisturizes the skin. :)

Now if honey isn't your cup of tea, there are eleven other variants to choose from. Here's the rundown: Goat’s Milk & Almond: The Detoxifying Soap 

Goat’s Milk & Jojoba: The Clarifying Soap 

Goat’s Milk & Yogurt: The Soothing Soap 

Goat’s Milk & Seaweed: The Revitalizing Soap 

Goat’s Milk & Cinnamon: The Purifying Soap 

Goat’s Milk & Avocado: The Radiating Soap 

Goat’s Milk & Acai Berry: The Age-Defying Soap 

Goat’s Milk & Witch Hazel: The Rejuvenating Soap

Bath cream, baby! 

And you can also choose between two sizes. What I have here is the 221ml sample size. They're actually sold in bundled packs of three, priced at Php 799. Then there's also the 768ml full-sized bottle, which costs Php 699.

What I love:
- The scent! One whiff and I'm sold! And yes, the scent lingers on your skin for hours.
- The uber-cute milk bottle packaging. And no, they're not made of glass.
- Thick and creamy; just a little goes a long way.
- Effectively moisturizes the skin.
- Twelve variants to choose from, each addressing a specific skin need/problem.
- Made with natural ingredients.
- No harmful chemicals.
- Not tested on animals.

What you might not like:
- My only concern is that they're not available at the supermarket near my place. But then again, I can always order online. :)

Have you tried this bath cream? What's your favorite 'flavor'? :)

JeNu | Skincare Science for the Beautiful You.

Now that I'm in my thirties, I've become more meticulous when it comes to taking care of my skin. Aside from the usual cleanser, toner, and moisturizer, I also have an eye cream and a wrinkle reducing serum included in my skin care regimen. And with the proliferation of all sorts of anti-aging products in the market today - creams, serums, oral supplements, injections - it just goes to show that I'm not alone in the battle against time and age. It is definitely no secret that any woman would want to keep the beauty of her youth.

As a beauty blogger (and a woman with an innate vanity, lol), I'm always on the lookout for new cosmetics and skincare products to try. Just recently, I came across JeNu - a skincare system that combines ultrasound wave technology with a skin treatment that's so advanced, wrinkle reduction is guaranteed within two weeks.

The JeNu guarantee.

Here's how the product works: The JeNu wand creates hundreds of thousands of safe, gentle ultrasound waves per second. Apply a small amount of the Active-Youth Eye Treatment/Lip Serum directly onto the head of your JeNu wand and as you do, the ultrasound waves activate advanced microspheres found on the eye treatment/lip serum. You then move the JeNu wand head underneath and around the eye or lip area in overlapping circles, thereby infusing your skin with anti-aging ingredients.

The JeNu Active-Youth Skincare System is a set of three products - the ultrasound wand, the Active-Youth Eye Treatment, and the Active-Youth Lip Serum. The entire set sells for $249. It's a bit on the expensive side, but as we all know, beauty has a price.

JeNu Biosciences, the Seattle-based laboratory, stands behind the JeNu System and provides a 60-day money-back guarantee and a one-year limited warranty for both retail and online purchases. Not a bad deal for the equivocal consumer.

Growing old, of course, is inevitable. The hands of time are moving constantly, and there's no stopping it. But if we can age as gracefully as possible, then why not? I'm all for looking young and keeping wrinkles at bay.

I'm 30, and now you know it.

I won't lie about my age.
I'm thirty years old, and at that point in time where I'm more conscious about my skin. I'm also at that stage where I obsess over my undereyes (Are they dark again? Is the skin tone uneven?), my pores (Are they showing? Are they ginormous?), and my crow's feet and wrinkles - albeit invisible and non-existent (at least to the naked eye).

If I could keep the skin that I had some 10 years ago - youthful, radiant, glowing - I would. And I'm pretty sure a lot of women out there share the same sentiment with me. As much as possible though, I wouldn't want to go through any sort of operation just to keep my 20-year-old skin. I'd rather invest on a Tanda Luxe than go under the knife and have pins and needles stuck on me!

And now that we're at it, here is a demographic showcasing the history of skincare, and the lengths that people would go through for the sake of youthfulness and perfect skin.

Source: Tanda Skincare