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Are you itching to try retinol but have sensitive skin? Or perhaps you’re currently pregnant or breastfeeding, in which case it’s recommended you don’t use any retinol-based products on your face or body. Well, the good news is that you can still reap the rewards of other hero ingredients with similar results. Read on for the holy grails you need in your stash if you and retinol don’t see eye to eye…NiacinamideYou know that plump, youthful look our skin (hopefully!) has? While you can get …

8th March officially marks International Women’s Day, and here at BeautyFeatures HQ, we’re all about celebrating our favourite ladies! Dedicated to honouring the achievements of women all around the world, it’s a day to stand together as a united front and raise awareness of women’s equality, and our beauty writer Shannon has curated a fun list of ways to celebrate and mark the day with your favourite gals…Have an At-Home Spa DayWhen was the last time you took a day to do, well, nothing? W …

Known as the all in one skincare item on the market, backed up by research that proves it’s impact and not too expensive to add to your routine, so why haven’t you used retinol yet? I hear you asking.Well, as with all great things in life it isn’t as simple as buying a bottle and lathering it on your face (I wish), retinol takes a little more thought and effort to incorporate into your routine. This can scare people off as it seems complicated, but fear not, In this blog I’m going to help y …

Top Tips for Caring for your Skin in your 30sTurning 30 is a pivotal moment in most people’s lives. You feel more confident and comfortable in your skin, you care less about what other people think, you are starting to know exactly what you want from life…But it’s also ok to admit that the ageing process does cross your mind now and again. As skin cell turnover rate slows down and you start noticing the first subtle signs of ageing, you might start to worry. Well, we are here to tell you t …

We are all familiar with the benefits of vitamin C as a key ingredient in our diets for its power in staving off winter colds & flus. You might also know that lately Vitamin C has been hailed as somewhat of a hero product in the skincare world, and praised by beauty editors from around the world… Here we delve deeper into the (many) reasons why!Vitamin C is an extremely powerful antioxidant and an ally to your skin's natural regeneration process. Its main focus is the ability to neutral …