WHAT WE'RE TALKING ABOUT

There’s growing interest in a substance that’s been part of human culture for as long as we’ve been herding and shearing sheep. Lanolin is secreted by sheep to protect their wool, and the waterproofing qualities of this natural substance are now being used by cosmetics manufacturers.

As people become more aware of what goes into their bodies, they’re asking questions about what goes on their skin. 

That’s why we have scrutinised the ingredients for all our products, and opted for those that are natural and ethical as well as scientifically proven. 

Parabens, pthalates, sodium laurel sulfates, oxybenzones and triclosan are synthetic chemicals found in many cosmetic products. It’s well known that these chemicals can be absorbed through the skin. 

So what are the implications for teens using products that contain these substances?

There’s a growing unease about the use of emulsifiers in skin care products. To minimise their use, but preserve the ability to deliver a stable product, researchers have developed new ‘cold processing’ techniques.

Emulsifiers are substances used to keep a cream or liquid from breaking down. They’re commonly added to food and the products we use on our skin. And that may be a problem.

9 surprising skin care ingredients you need to know

These 20 brave celebrities are not afraid to show their flaws. Image source: Cameron Diaz Instagram

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria found in products such as live yoghurt. Science has woken up the benefits of probiotics in our digestive tracts, and now there are murmurs that these useful microbes could help improve the condition of skin. Is there any truth in this?

There are many sources of fresh water around the world. Unfortunately, most of them are located in regions that have been affected by human occupation and industry for hundreds, if not thousands, of years.

Around 60% of your body is made up of water, with much of it entering and leaving via your skin. So does it matter what type of water you ingest through skin care products?

Do you love how gorgeous and youthful your skin looks and feels after a fake-tanning session? Of course, you do, - the result is always flawless. Although fake-tanning has taken the world by storm, do you know how safe it is? Find out here.

In this case, saying the difference is “skin deep” is really saying that it matters a lot. Skin is the largest organ in the human body, and the differences between male and female skin are significant.