Recently, Kim Kardashian and her sisters, Kourtney and Khloe, revealed they plan to release their own makeup line, called Khroma Beauty. This isn’t surprising seeing as though none of them are strangers to makeup. This is especially true for Kim, who actually does have some knowledge on the subject. Read More...

If you thought laser hair removal machines and botox injections represented the pinnacle of modern beauty treatments, you’d better think again. Male and female A-list stars have been known to pull out all the stops when it comes to looking good on the red carpet, and some have adopted some truly extreme techniques. Read More...

Unlike most pharmaceutical medications, products used in manicures, hair and nail products aren’t subject to the same level of scrutiny by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The official stance of the FDA regarding these products is that they are allowed on the market if they’re safe to use as the manufacturer intended. Read More...

It was once too taboo to talk about, but now discussions involving the preferred state of female pubic hair are fair game. While most people simply prefer trim and tidy, others are either die-hard proponents of bare or au naturel. When it comes down to it, it’s all about personal preference, as neither leaving things natural nor baring it all have any real health risks. Of course, it’s not the lack or abundance of hair that is a health concern, but rather the method of removing it. The risk of infection that comes with waxing and shaving is often underappreciated, especially in beauty salons when the equipment used could transmit bacterial infections. Since shaving causes little cuts that invite infection, it’s important that you prep the area beforehand, such as by trimming and using shaving cream. With waxing, cold kits are safer to use at home, and if you go to a salon to get it done, choose one that is professional and reputable. If you want a more permanent solution, then you could always try using electrolysis or a laser hair removal machine. Read More...

If you’re getting ready to take your first trip down the aisle, getting your beauty look done could seem overwhelming. One of the first things you need to do (about nine months before) is get laser hair removal. Laser machines are very effective at removing unwanted hair permanently, but you have to start early to get through all six sessions. Three months before the big day, start your microhydrabrasion treatments, which is like steam cleaning your skin and will make your skin glow. If you’re planning to get hair extensions, do so about a week in advance, but you can wait until about four days before the wedding to get your eyebrows shaped. Two days before the wedding is when you want to get your lash extensions, as this way you don’t have to fuss with falsies on the big day, and you’ll look glamorous every morning on your honeymoon. If you want to get a gel manicure then do so two days before the wedding. A spray tan should be done the day before your wedding to add that extra glow. Read More...

Wouldn’t it feel nice to have all the unwanted hair permanently removed from your body? Laser hair removal treatments can do just that by using laser machines that destroy the hair follicle root, making it almost impossible for the hair to grow back again. These treatments, also called photothermolysis, are safe for the skin, easy to do and work better than electrolysis. To make treatments more effective, it’s important that you shave the area two or three days in advance, avoid plucking and waxing, and ask a dermatologist what kind of laser will work best for your skin. To avoid discomfort and complications, you can apply a layer of over-the-counter topical anaesthetic cream, avoid taking pain medications beforehand, and stay out of the sun for a few weeks before treatment. If you suffer from any pain, swelling, redness, blisters, scarring or skin discolouration following treatment, then visit your doctor immediately. Read More...

While the idea of getting laser hair removal treatments may seem a bit distressing at first, it’s good to remember that it’s not as extreme as it sounds. Right before you go in for treatment, you’ll be required to shave the area, but be sure not to pluck or wax the hair for about four weeks in advance or anytime throughout treatment sessions. You will need to go in multiple times for the best results, but more time will elapse between each subsequent treatments and you will need to shave less frequently than you did before. If you would like to have smooth, hairless skin in time for summer, then you need to start your treatments to fall in the winter months. This way you can keep your skin out of the sun, which is important because the laser machines could damage skin that has been recently exposed. To help the process along and get the best results, use an exfoliator to remove the dead hair from the follicle during the course of your treatment. Read More...

There is a lot of uncertainty regarding how laser hair removal works and whether or not it is effective. If you’re looking for a permanent solution to unwanted body hair, then laser removal is definitely the closest you will get: the majority of people find that they can go at least 10 times longer without shaving. While lasers work the best for people with dark hair and light skin, people with olive or dark skin can still get treatments with hair removal machines that use a different wavelength. When you go in for treatment, you can use a topical anaesthetic for the mild pain the lasers cause, but all in all the treatments are very quick and painless if you’re just getting facial areas, bikini lines or underarms done. Of course, all parts of the body can be done, such as the back, legs and arms, but it will take varying amounts of time. Other important things to remember: don’t wax or pluck less than two weeks before, don’t go tanning beforehand, and you should always get a consultation first. Read More...

Laser hair removal, when used under the right conditions, can be a highly effective way to remove unwanted body hair. Lasers use pulsed light to target, break down and destroy the melanin (dark pigment) in the hair during the growth phase, which means the removal process is most effective for people who have darker hair. For the same reason, people with dark skin should also take caution to avoid skin discolouration. After treatment, it usually only takes about two weeks for the hair to fall out, but you can easily target large areas of the body, such as the legs, back, shoulders, arms and chest -- as well as hair on the face, provided that it’s dark. The pulsed light that comes from the hair removal machines feels much like a rubber band snapping against your skin, so it’s often recommended that you put on topical anaesthetic cream before you go in for a large session. If you think laser hair removal is for you, then make sure you book an appointment with a dermatologist or licensed technician so that you know you’re getting the best quality service. Read More...

Although there are constantly new beauty products and treatments being introduced to the market, only a small handful of them can actually claim to be technologically innovative. More and more, the fields of science and technology are fuelling beauty industry growth, as new innovations create and promote new beauty products and treatments. With some of the latest beauty treatment technologies becoming highly accessible to the masses, beauty trends are moving forward just as fast as the industry itself. The following are just some of the ways beauty and technology collide. Read More...