NIKKISAVY SKINCARE

We get a lot of questions on serums. People are confused about what they are , how to use them and how to incorporate them into their daily regimen . If this sounds like you , read on to see the answers to your most common questions ! WHAT IS A SERUM  Serums are lightweight , fast-absorbing liquids used as an alternative or in addition to moisturizing creams or lotions . Serums are usually formulated to have the highest concentration of active ingredients in a skin care line-up . WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SERUM AND A MOISTURIZER ?  Serums are formulated to penetrate the skin and deliver potent active ingredients into deeper layers of your skin than a regular moisturizer . A moisturizer might also contain active ingredients , but it is primarily designed to form a barrier between the skin and the outside world , helping the skin to retain moisture . Unlike moisturizers , serums do not contain occlusive  or airtight moisturizing ingredients such as petroleum or

WHAT IS DULL SKIN ? Skin that has lost its natural radiance , luminosity and glow is identified as dull skin . The triggering factors could be 1 - Advancing age 2 - Skin dryness 3 - Damaged skin cells 4 - Very slow skin cell turnover Our skin looks dull when there is a built-up of dead skin cells on its surface . These piles of dead cells cause uneven , dull and rough patches on our skin making it look lifeless and dull . Our skin could look dull due to dryness ; lack of moisture . Regular exfoliation and hydration , both from the inside and outside are the most effective ways to brighten up dull skin .

Cupcakes, cookies, ice cream, and chocolates !  The sugar cravings never ends . The promise of a slim waistline has only been a temporary motivator as I see myself fall prey to sweet temptations more often than I would like . The shocker recently came when I found out that excess refined sugar is a big contributor to skin aging . The culprit to be blamed for this is a natural process called glycation, where blood sugar attaches itself to proteins and makes way for AGEs (Advanced Glyacting End products) . These AGE molecules  can cause premature aging , skin dullness and sagging skin and these molecules are directly linked with sugar . Sweet nothings are not nothing , after all ! THE SUGAR IMPACT Research and studies indicate that sugars in the form of added carbohydrates or refined sugars can lead to premature aging , sagging skin and more wrinkles . When we consume simple sugars in the form of starches such as rice , bread , potatoes and sweets , there is a rapid ris

Did you know that Vitamin C serums can protect your skin and even reverse the signs of aging ? One of the hottest skincare products on today’s market utilizes nature’s very own vitamins in order to minimize lines , increase collagen production and enhance the skin’s protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays. Let’s take a look at why you should consider adding a Vitamin C serum to your skincare regimen: SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN TO BE EFFECTIVE  Many skincare products make all sorts of claims to make you look decades younger without having any proof to back it up . Unlike the other products , the effectiveness of Vitamin C has been studied clinically and documented in various studies . Vitamin C increases the skin’s natural protection against the sun by as much as eight times . This is very encouraging since sun exposure is the leading cause of increased lines and wrinkles . Another study resulted in noticeable reduction in fine lines and improved fine lines and reduced hyperpi

After a new baby is born you start to notice dark circles , acne , skin discoloration , stretch marks  – the rosy glow of pre pregnancy from the raging hormones is quickly being replaced by acne . If you are lucky to have avoided post partum acne , stress , and sleep deprivation , along with zero time for skin care definitely takes its toll . Every time you look at the mirror you ask “ is that really me ? ’’ Young mothers face skin discoloration post childbirth . The forehead , nose , cheeks and upper lip appear to be dark and splotchy . This “ mask of pregnancy ” called chloasma or melasma goes away when the body stops producing the excess melanin that it produced when you were pregnant . As you wean your baby , these irate spots begin to fade away . To alleviate the problem of melasma and prevent skin damage , use a sunscreen of SPF 30 upwards , no matter if it’s cloudy or sunny . Between feeds and diaper changes there are a hundred other things you need to attend to and

Cellulite is formed from fluid retention and the accumulation of waste products and toxins in the body . If you’ve ever tried on clothes in a dressing room , you may have noticed some not-so-pretty “lady lumps .”  Even thin women and men can have cellulite . So rather than simply avoiding cellulite-accentuating mirrors , here are some tips on kicking it to the curb . Exercise, stretching and weight-lifting (all of which help get rid of fluid , waste and toxins) are essential for silencing cellulite . When it comes to diet , avoid processed foods and animal products that leave toxic wastes swimming laps in your circulatory system . Doing routine , mostly raw vegan detoxes will help keep your skin silky smooth and light on the lumps . Choose to do a 7-day detox each month , a 3-day detox every other week , or a 1-day detox every week to rid your body of the crummies . Here are some detox guidelines : - Start the day with a large glass of filtered water with lemon or cucumber sli

Dear Friend, Are you breaking out more often ? Has your face lost its radiance lately ? Have you even noticed the uneven skin tone? How long are you going to sweep that dust under the carpet ? Did you ever think that you might be mistreating me! It is time for you to clean up your act . After all , I am the biggest organ of your body – your skin ! Stop sabotaging me by committing these skincare sins ! You take me for granted when you take your basic skincare regime lightly ! How would you feel if your best friend ignored you ? Sad ? Angry ? Taken for granted ? So how do you think I feel when you carelessly skip your skincare routine ? There might be days when you skip a step . Maybe you’re too tired , too busy , or even simply not in the mood ! However, short cutting on cleansing , toning and moisturizing often , is going to affect me – your skin – badly . Forgetting to exfoliate is an absolute no-no too ! Not cleaning up before you hit the sack isn’t going to hel