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Glow Safely Why Safe Tanning Matters + The Skin-Loving Benefits of LAM – LAMAV

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January 15, 2026

Glow Safely Why Safe Tanning Matters + The Skin-Loving Benefits of LAM – LAMAV

There’s something about glowing, sun-kissed skin that makes us feel confident, healthy, and radiant, particularly as summer approaches. But as much as we all long for that golden glow, we also know the harmful truth: traditional tanning under the sun exposes our skin to damaging UV rays – the number one cause of premature ageing, sunspots, and an increased risk of skin cancer.

That’s why safe tanning without the UV exposure is becoming more and more popular. With LAMAV’s Certified Organic Sunless Tanning Range, you can enjoy a natural golden glow with added skin benefits for healthy, radiant skin – without the sun damage.

LAMAV’s tanning products go beyond colour; they nourish, protect, and revitalise the skin with magnesium, organic botanical oils, and age-defying ingredients — all while delivering a beautiful, streak-free tan.

The Importance of Safe Tanning

Sun exposure is the leading causes of premature skin ageing. Prolonged UV exposure breaks down collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles, pigmentation, and loss of firmness. Even short bursts of sun without proper SPF can cause cumulative damage over time and show through our skin later in life.

Safe tanning eliminates these risks, however not all tanning products are created with healthy skin in mind. It’s important to choose a tan with natural DHA and nourishing oils to ensure your skin is actually benefiting from the self-tan application.

What is DHA?

DHA (Dihydroxyacetone) has been used as the active ingredient in self-tanning products for many years. It reacts with the skin’s surface, producing melanoidinsresulting in a change to the skin’s colour that mimics a natural tan. DHA is available in both synthetic form and natural form derived from plant sources such as sugar beets and sugar cane. The difference? Synthetic DHA can be drying on the skin, often producing a “fake tan” scent and in synthetic formulations it’s not uncommon to also find artificial colours and fragrance that can cause additional irritation to the skin.

The Benefits of LAMAV’s Natural Tanning Range

LAMAV’s Sunless Tanning Collection is formulated with the same integrity and innovation that defines all LAMAV products. Each tanning product is enriched with magnesium, antioxidants, and nutrient-rich plant oils to enhance your skin’s health while providing an even, radiant tan.

Below, we explore each hero product in the collection and the unique benefits they can bring to your skin.

LAMAV Self Tan Mist – Effortless Glow On the Go

Perfect for busy days where you don’t have time to let you tan dry before you head to bed – this Self-Tan mist dries almost immediately after application and is comfortable to wear – with a lightweight, non sticky feeling as it develops. This fine mist offers a natural, buildable tan while infusing your skin with hydrating and skin-loving ingredients.

Key Benefits:

Lightweight and fast drying

Magnesium helps calm and revitalise tired skin while supporting the skin’s natural repair processes.

Aloe Vera and Kakadu Plum deeply hydrate and deliver antioxidant benefits, ensuring your tan develops evenly and never looks dull or dry.

Ideal for the whole body, face, neck, and décolletage — it’s the ultimate sun-safe glow booster for everyday radiance.

Pro Tip: Mist over clean, dry skin for a deeper tan or apply directly to your LAMAV tan application mitt for a lighter, more controlled application.

LAMAV Self Tanning Lotion – Your Golden Glow in a Bottle

For those who love a deeper, more defined glow, the Self Tanning Lotion is your summer must-have. This luxurious lotion glides effortlessly onto the skin, delivering a streak-free, even tan with long-lasting hydration.

Key Benefits:

Magnesium helps soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote a healthy glow.

Macadamia and Argan Oils nourish and soften, leaving your skin smooth and radiant.

Natural DHA derived from sugar cane provides an authentic, sun-kissed colour that develops beautifully within hours.

LAMAV’s tanning lotion doesn’t just tan your skin — it improves it, leaving it more hydrated and luminous.

LAMAV Anti-Ageing Face Tan Serum – The Natural Skin Perfecter

When it comes to facial tanning, it’s essential to choose a product that won’t clog pores or cause irritation. LAMAV’s Anti-Ageing Face Tan Serum was specifically created for the delicate skin on the face and is formulated with hyaluronic acid, magnesium, and antioxidant-rich botanicals to deliver a realistic glow to match your body while enhancing skin health.

Key Benefits:

CoEnzyme Q10 and Vitamin E combat oxidative stress and help prevent premature ageing.

Hyaluronic Acid deeply hydrates and plumps the skin, ensuring your glow looks dewy, not dry.

Natural DHA gives a gradual, buildable tan that adapts to your skin tone.

Perfect for daily use or as part of your skincare routine, this serum provides a subtle bronze that leaves your skin looking bright and refreshed.

LAMAV Gradual Tanning Moisturiser – Everyday Hydration & Glow

For those who prefer a soft, natural glow or are new to self-tanning, LAMAV’s Gradual Tanning Moisturiser is the perfect everyday product. It delivers a light, buildable tan while deeply hydrating your skin.

Key Benefits:

Magnesium and Aloe Vera soothe and replenish the skin barrier.

Avocado and Macadamia Oils provide long-lasting moisture.

Perfect for daily use — simply apply after your shower and watch your glow gradually deepen with each application.

It’s also a fantastic maintenance product for prolonging your tan in-between applications of the Self Tan Lotion or Self Tan Mist.

Why we include Magnesium in our Tanning Range

Magnesium is one of the skin’s most underrated minerals — yet it’s essential for maintaining a healthy barrier and radiant complexion. It helps reduce inflammation, calm sensitivity, and support the skin’s ability to regenerate.

LAMAV’s tanning range is one of the only certified organic tanning ranges to harness the benefits of magnesium combined with organic oils and antioxidant rich botanicals. These oils nourish, soften, and protect the skin while ensuring your tan develops evenly and fades beautifully. This unique combination transforms self-tanning from a beauty routine into a skincare ritual — one that leaves your skin glowing in colour and health.

Your Step-by-Step LAMAV Self-Tanning Routine

Achieving a flawless, streak-free tan is all about preparation and application. Follow this simple LAMAV tanning ritual to create a smooth, even glow that lasts.

Step 1: Prep with LAMAV Exfoliating Mitt

Before applying your tan, it’s essential to remove any dead skin cells and old tan residue. The LAMAV Exfoliating Mitt gently buffs away impurities and dry skin, leaving the surface smooth and ready for an even application.

Tip: Focus on rough areas like elbows, knees, ankles, and hands to prevent patchiness.

Step 2: Apply with LAMAV Tan Application Mitt

For a streak-free, professional finish, use the LAMAV reusable Tan Application Mitt. Its velvety texture ensures even distribution of your chosen LAMAV tan while preventing orange, tan stained hands.

Pro Tip: Apply your tan in circular motions, blending lightly around joints and ankles.

Step 3: Choose Your Glow

For a subtle, everyday glow, use the Gradual Tanning Moisturiser daily to build up your desired depth of colour.

For your face, apply the Anti-Ageing Face Tan Serum evenly across cleansed skin, blending into the hairline, jawline and décolletage. Repeat daily until you achieve your desired depth of colour and your face tan matches your body’s depth of colour.

Tanning Tips for a Natural finish that lasts

Prevent patchy areas:

Applying moisturiser to your hands, feet, elbows and knees prior to tanning will prevent the colour from developing too heavily in these areas and avoid a patchy looking tan in dry skin areas. This ensures a realistic looking tan.

Moisturise Daily:

Hydrated skin equals longer-lasting colour. Use LAMAV’s Ayurvedic Body Oils and the Gradual Tanning Moisturiser to keep your glow fresh and even.

Avoid Harsh Soaps and Exfoliants:

These can strip your tan. Opt for gentle, sulphate-free and soap free cleansers instead.

Shave or Wax Before Tanning:

Do this at least 24 hours before applying your tan to avoid irritation and patchiness.

Sleep in Loose Clothing:

If you’re tanning overnight, wear loose, dark clothing to avoid streaks.

Stay Sun-Safe:

Even though you’re glowing, always apply SPF 50+ when outdoors. A fake tan does not protect against UV damage.

A Glow That’s Good for You and the Planet

LAMAV’s sunless tanning range is Certified Organic, vegan, and cruelty-free — proof that your summer glow doesn’t need to come at the cost of your skin’s health or the environment. Every product is infused with nature’s most nurturing botanicals, ensuring your glow is radiant, healthy, and ethically made.

By choosing LAMAV, you’re not just tanning — you’re treating your skin to a luxurious, organic self-care ritual.

5 Tips for Better Lash Content (That Attracts More Clients & Brand — EBLLashes

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In today’s digital world, your lash work isn’t judged only in person, it’s judged online first. High-quality lash content helps you book more clients, build trust, and attract brand opportunities. The good news? You don’t need a fancy studio or professional photographer to create scroll-stopping lash content.

Below are 5 proven tips for better lash content that will instantly improve your photos and videos while keeping your work authentic and professional.

1. Invest in Proper Lighting for Lash Content

Lighting is the foundation of great lash content. No amount of editing can fix poor lighting.

Using a ring light, glamcor, or cosmglow-style light ensures your lash details look clean, sharp, and true to color. Proper lighting:

Pro Tip: Position your light directly above the client’s face and slightly angled to avoid shadows under the lashes.

2. Adjust Your Camera Settings (Turn Off HDR)

Many lash artists overlook this step, but camera settings can make or break your content.

HDR (High Dynamic Range) often washes out lash details, distorts colors, and over-smooths skin, especially in close-up shots.

For better lash photos:

This results in cleaner, more accurate lash content that shows your true work, something both clients and brands value.

3. Edit Lightly (Don’t Overdo It)

Editing should enhance your content, not change it.

Light editing goes a long way when done correctly:

Avoid over-editing, blurring, or altering lash density or shape. Your goal is to keep the focus on the lashesnot the filter.

✨ Remember: Authentic lash content builds trust and trust builds long-term clients.

4. Coach Your Client for Natural Expressions

Your client’s expression plays a huge role in how your content performs online.

Before filming or taking photos:

Ask your client to softly smile

Encourage relaxed eyes and natural posture

Let them know when you’re capturing content

A natural, happy expression:

Highlights the lashes beautifully

Makes your content feel more approachable

Increases shareability on social media

Content that feels real performs better, especially on Instagram and TikTok.

5. Show the Lash Process (Not Just the Final Set)

Final results are important, but process content builds credibility.

Capture:

Isolation

Fan creation

Mapping

Lash placement

Before & afters

Showing the process educates your audience, positions you as a professional, and helps potential clients understand the value behind your pricing.

🎥 Process content is also highly favored by social media algorithms — making it a must for growth.

Why Better Lash Content Matters

High-quality lash content helps you:

Attract higher-paying clients

Increase bookings

Build authority as a lash artist

Get noticed by lash brands

Stand out in a crowded market

When your content looks clean, professional, and intentional, clients assume your lash work is too.

Final Thoughts

You don’t need expensive equipment or professional shoots to create better lash content — just the right habits.

By focusing on:

Proper lighting

Correct camera settings

Light editing

Client coaching

Showing your process

You’ll create content that not only looks good but converts viewers into loyal clients.

Ready to level up your lash content? Start with these five tips and watch the difference it makes.

Did North West Get Another Dermal Piercing?

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Last August, North West appeared in Rome alongside her mom, Kim Kardashian, in a black corset, a miniskirt, and five-inch platform Vetements boots, but it wasn’t her clothing that drew the Internet’s ire (although that’s happened plenty of times before). It was the debut of a new pair of dermal piercings on her right middle finger. Digital onlookers immediately declared that her choice of body jewelry was “disturbing,” and went so far as to compare her piercing to warts all over Reddit. West—a 12-year-old, mind you—has slyly defended her choice multiple times on TikTok and seems to remain completely unbothered by the backlash. In fact, it appears she’s done it again.

This week, West debuted another dermal piercing on her right hand in an Instagram Story with a photo of herself holding up her fist to the camera. She also released a snippet from a new song titled, “Piercing on my hand hardstyle outro,” and posted a close-up video of her hand on TikTok. But before I hear any flack from the online piercing police, I’d like to ask something: Can we just leave her alone?

For one, dermal piercings aren’t as inherently dangerous as West’s critics would like to believe. For those unfamiliar, dermals work very differently from your standard earring or belly button ring: Piercers use a punching tool to remove a small section of skin before inserting a metal anchor that holds the jewelry in place. They can, in theory, go almost anywhere—most often fingers, cheeks, collarbones, and lower backs—and the technique is designed to create the illusion of a stud that’s embedded into the skin. “Micro-dermal anchors are safe, and the body will hold them for years as long as they’re in ideal places and if implant-grade titanium is used,” piercer Billy DeBerry previously told Allure.

Unlike traditional piercings, dermals don’t have a separate entry and exit point—they sit on the surface of the skin. Board-certified dermatologist Mona Gohara, MD, says that because of this, they carry a slightly higher risk of irritation, infection, scarring, or rejection, especially when they’re placed in high-movement areas like the fingers. Even so, I’m sure West has access to the very best piercers and doctors in the world (or at least in Los Angeles). With that in mind, a minor infection and potential small scars are likely her biggest worst-case scenarios.

But more importantly, West is figuring out her style as any tween would and should—and in front of the entire world, no less. That includes experimenting with beauty and fashion looks and, yes, piercings (with her parents’ permission, of course). I’m sure getting cyberbullied by the entire world is doing far more damage than a little ring on her finger, so please, have some compassion. (Should a 12-year-old be sharing her life on a public social media account? That’s another conversation, but most mental health professionals would say: No.)

At the end of the day, a small, manageable piercing may be a better way for parents to help their kids explore beauty rather than, say, letting them run rampant in a Sephora. Dr. Gohara agrees: “In context, this tends to be a much smaller dermatologic issue than the free-for-all that can happen in big-box beauty stores, where kids often experiment unsupervised with strong acids, retinoids, and trend-driven products,” she says. “As long as the risks are understood—including the possibility that a piercing may leave a scar or not be entirely temporary—this is ultimately about supervision, education, and self-expression. Skin heals, styles evolve, and not every aesthetic choice needs to be treated like a crisis.”

Yves Saint-Laurent Beauté takes over the Rex Club for an immersive experience

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After the pop-up store adventure, Yves Saint-Laurent Beauté is moving to another level! The brand chose the Rex Club, a legendary Parisian night spot, for an exceptional event to showcase its two emblematic new products:

– Libre Berry Crushthe most delicious version of the Libre franchise, where raspberry twists the signature floral lavender.

– Lash Latexthe “eyelash coach” mascara that promises to stretch, sculpt and lengthen eyelashes in a single gesture. It is inspired by the ultra-shiny and stretchy materials of Saint Laurent fashion shows: latex and vinyl.

THE January 21 and 22the brand will offer a unique experience, merging the sophisticated aesthetic of couture with the raw energy of the place with the aim of reaffirming its brand identity: “an incisive elegance that shakes up the codes”.

The January 22 from 10 p.m.YSL Beauté will extend the experience with an exclusive evening at the Rex club, supported by an electro line-up signed Kesaly and Paloma Le Friant.

On this occasion YSL Beauté will also highlight its commitment to the association Forward allof which the brand has been a partner for more than five years through its “Love without Abuse” program. A space with the En avant tout(s) teams will be dedicated to raising awareness of the work of this association working in particular to put an end to violence within couples and raise public awareness. And it will be possible to make a donation.

Practical information:

All activities are free (reservation required)

Pilates on the floor (35 min): A workout to sculpt the body, echoing Lash Latex “eyelash coaching”.

Berry Crush Break: Refreshments and sweets inspired by the new fragrance.

Make-up Studio & Photocall: Beauty treatment by YSL Beauté experts and shooting in front of the emblematic Cassandre.

Exclusive goodies: A sports kit -> elastic band, totebag, water bottle, and a Libre Berry Crush miniature will be offered to participants (subject to stock availability).

Exclusive evening at the Rex club: free access upon registration, January 22 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Registration here: https://shotgun.live/fr/events/ysl-beaute-au-rex-club
Dates : From January 21 to 22, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Lieu : Rex Club, 5 Boulevard Poissonnière, 75002 Paris.

Reservations: registration required on the Lash Latex Studios website (from January 15): www.lashlatexstudios.fr

Is Oribe Shampoo Good And Worth The Splurge?

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Yes, Oribe shampoo is good for your hair as it is crafted with their customer needs in mind using extremely high-quality ingredients and free of any harmful chemicals. It is gentle on your fragile manes and a little shampoo goes a long way to effectively clean your hair and scalp in one go.

But why is Oribe shampoo so expensive? Does it have any disadvantages?

Let me share it in detail so you to choose whether Oribe shampoo is good and worth the price for you.

It is created to cater to all hair types without causing any damage as all Oribe formulations are free of gluten, SLS, parabensand other nasty ingredients. You can also find an entire range including shampoo, conditioner or hair mask, serum, and other hair products catering to specific hair needs that help improve hair health.

Oribe shampoos are formulated with high-quality ingredients like watermelon, lychee, edelweiss flower extract, plant collagen, caffeine, biotin, and niacinamide. amber extract, keratin, and hydrolyzed keratin which treats your hair problems from its root causes, prevents hair breakage, and nourishes your fragile manes from within.

The shampoo is safe for pregnant women, and chemically processed hair and is not color fading shampoo. In fact, Oribe shampoos are crafted in special labs after a lot of testing and it protects your hair from pollution and harmful UV rays.

Loved by celebrities like Jennifer Lopez, Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, and Miley Cyrus to name a few as it offers the best quality money can buy.

Oribe shampoos are packaged in the most stunning and attractive bottle that has incredible fragrances that make your hair smell good.

The best part is that Oribe is cruelty-free and does not test on animals and you can find good vegan products in their entire range.

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Oribe Shampoo for Beautiful Color, 8.5 oz

Gently cleanses to extend the bright life of your color.

Protects against the color-depleting effects of environmental pollutants…

Fortifies over-processed and chemically-treated hair

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Oribe Shampoo Is Bad For Your Hair Because

It is on the expensive side as you might already know. Oribe shampoos are priced at a higher price point than most hair products on the market.

Their shampoos do contain added fragrance which might disrupt the pH of your scalp especially if you have scalp conditioner like seborhoeic dermatitis. In this case, I would recommend you talk to your doctor before investing in the right shampoo for you.

Is Oribe Cruelty-Free?

Yes, Oribe is cruelty-free and does not test its products or ingredients at any level on animals. However, they do sell their products in China but they sell the products online and do not test their products on animals at any stage.

Oribe is also certified by PETA stating that Oribe does not test on animals.

Is Oribe Vegan?

No, Oribe is not a vegan brand or holds any certification. Their products may contain some animal-derived ingredients in their formulations. However, Oribe does offer good vegan shampoos and vegan products that you can opt for. You can check out more about it here.

Is Oribe Sulfate-Free And Safe For Pregnant Women?

Yes, Oribe is sulfate-free as well as it is free of other harmful chemicals like parabens, silicones, and mineral oils making Oribe shampoo good and safe for pregnant women to use.

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Over To You: Is Oribe Shampoo Good Or Bad?

Let’s summarize:

Oribe shampoo though expensive is good for your hair as it is free of harmful chemicals and even gluten making it safe for pregnant women too. Plus it is cruelty-free and you can find a lot of vegan options too. You can find a good shampoo for any of your hair and scalp needs in Oribe’s wide range of hair products.

Oribe has a loyal customer base who swear by their high-quality products and how effectively Oribe shampoos repair damage while improving your hair health.

However, not all Oribe shampoos and products are vegan and you might need to check the ingredients list for better information. And Oribe shampoos does have added fragrance so if you have a sensitive scalp then you definitely need to take their formulations and your scalp condition before investing.

That’s it. We hope you found this details guide on whether Oribe shampoo is good or bad for your hair health and worth the expense. I would love to hear your Oribe shampoo reviews too. Do share them via comments. Before you leave, don’t forget to check out:

Have a lovely day!

BB Cream vs. CC Cream: Differences & Benefits

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BB creams and CC creams both serve as excellent alternatives to traditional foundations and concealers.

While both have great qualities that differentiate them from each other, they do also share a few benefits when it comes to enhancing your skin’s appearance. This article will dive into the advantages of using BB and CC creams and highlight the key differences that make each product unique.

What Is BB Cream?

The “BB” in “BB cream” stands for “blemish balm” or “beauty balm.” It’s a versatile skincare product that aims to hydrate, replenish, and correct the skin.

BB cream combines the functions of a moisturizer, sunscreen, and foundation into one product — however, it’s still important to incorporate those individual steps into your skincare routine as needed.

BB cream provides lighter coverage than most foundations and can be a good option for individuals with sensitive or dry skin. Its purpose is to bring moisture and radiance to the skin while evening out the skin tone with a tint. This lightweight product is easy to apply and blurs the lines between skincare and makeup.

How To Use BB Cream

BB cream is safe to use daily and is a great addition to your skincare or makeup routine.

For your morning skincare routine, we recommend following your normal steps first, like cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. After applying your morning moisturizer, apply the BB cream to your face. BB cream is designed to last for at least six hours, but you can reapply throughout the day as needed.

You can apply BB cream to the face using your fingers or a sponge. Squeeze no more than a dime-sized amount of cream at a time onto your fingers, brush, or sponge, and then gently spread it until you have covered the entirety of your face.

What Are the Benefits of Using BB Cream?

Incorporating BB cream into your skincare routine has several benefits.

Hydrating Benefits

Arguably, BB cream’s best feature is its ability to help moisturize the face. Because so many BB creams contain ingredients with moisturizing properties like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and antioxidants, they are designed to encourage hydration and lock in moisture.

Even if you apply more foundation and other makeup products onto the skin, using BB cream beforehand makes it act as a primer, protecting the skin from dryness that can come from heavy makeup application.

While BB cream shouldn’t necessarily act as a replacement for your regular moisturizer, it can be a great additional step to ensure hydration.

Sun Protection

Regular sunscreen use is the best way to preserve youthful skin for as long as possible, and BB cream can be a great way to provide your complexion with SPF. Many BB creams contain SPF 30, providing the face with necessary sun protection.

Sun damage is the easiest way to age your complexion, as it diminishes the skin’s elasticity, which can lead to an increase in wrinkles, fine lines, and dark spots. Regular SPF use helps prevent early visible signs of aging.

Even Skin Tone

BB cream is tinted and can be a great color correction tool to even out the look of your skin tone. Whether your goal is to eliminate redness, hide dark spots, or cover up a blemish, BB cream can help.

Since it only provides light coverage, you may need to apply a regular foundation on top of your layer of BB cream to ensure better results, but for minor discoloration issues, BB cream does a great job at evening skin tone.

Our SPF 30 Tinted Mineral Moisturizer BB Cream is a fan-favorite pick thanks to its radiant, smooth, and protected coverage. Made with nutrient-rich ingredients like natural antioxidant fruit juices, it helps nourish your skin so you feel as good as you look.

What Is CC Cream?

CC cream stands for “color corrector” or “complexion corrector.” CC cream is a nourishing face cream that combines the coverage provided by concealer and foundation into one singular makeup product. Its main aim is to successfully hide and minimize the appearance of blemishes and discoloration on the face to provide a smooth, even skin tone.

A hybrid product, CC cream is also great for soothing the skin, thanks to hydrating and skin-brightening ingredients like glycerin, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid. It provides great coverage and feels light and smooth on the skin.

How To Use CC Cream

Similar to the application process of BB cream, CC cream can be used daily and should be applied after completing your regular skincare routine.

Start by washing your face with a daily cleanser, applying toner, using any serums if applicable, and finally, moisturizing. Once your skin is prepped, pump the cream onto your fingertips or use your preferred makeup application tool.

It’s best to start with a small, dime-sized amount of CC cream. Spread the tinted cream across your face and only add more as needed to achieve full coverage. Apply the CC cream more generously to areas requiring extra color correction.

What Are the Benefits of Using CC Cream?

CC cream is an easy and effective way to level up your skincare — here are some of its main benefits.

Color Correction

Blemishes, redness, pigmentation issues, and even skin dullness are all factors that contribute to uneven skin tone. Uneven skin tone can be frustrating — and if you’re dealing with it, CC cream might be the perfect tool.

Because the cream is formulated like a hybrid concealer and moisturizer, it does a great job at correcting skin tone, providing an even complexion.

CC cream covers the entire surface area of your face, but still does a great job targeting spots that need extra attention.

Coverage

CC cream is formulated to provide full, lasting coverage like a foundation. The main difference is that CC cream is designed to promote healthy skin while also giving you a lasting tinted layer.

This tinted cream offers medium coverage — similar to a standard foundation — and leaves the face with an even, matte finish that lasts for hours.

Youthful-Looking Skin

Especially if you have mature skin, CC cream can help restore a youthful radiance that isn’t always possible through standard foundations.

Thanks to its coverage and color-correcting abilities, CC cream creates a smooth complexion, minimizing the appearance of photoaging.

Sun Protection

Similar to BB cream, some CC creams are also formulated to act as sunscreens. CC creams are versatile and designed to provide ample coverage while also protecting your skin from sun damage.

Sunburns and excessive sun exposure can prematurely age the skin and lead to health problems down the line.

Our Stem Cellular CC Cream Zinc SPF 30 is a great go-to CC cream. With a diverse range of shades, anyone can expertly color correct and defy age with this tinted cream. It is made with organic ingredients and applies smoothly to the skin, providing a lasting medium coverage look.

What Is the Difference Between BB Cream and CC Cream?

After exploring the ins and outs of both BB cream and CC cream, it is safe to say they share some factors in common. So, what makes these tinted creams different?

Levels of Coverage

For starters, the levels of coverage vary between BB cream and CC cream.

BB cream is tinted and can certainly provide light coverage, while CC cream is formulated specifically to act as a concealer or foundation. Naturally, CC cream provides more coverage overall. CC creams also tend to have a wider range of skin tone shades, so it is generally easier to match shades.

BB cream is very lightweight, so it doesn’t provide full coverage. Instead, it operates almost more as a primer than a foundation replacement. CC cream has a matte finish and works as a more buildable base than BB cream.

In all, both creams come tinted and provide coverage, but CC cream tends to deliver fuller, longer-lasting coverage.

Levels of Color Correction

Both creams have color-correcting properties, but again, CC cream generally does a better job at evening skin tones and minimizing the appearance of blemishes and spots. Because it has a stronger tint and a thicker base, CC cream blends very well, making it easier to cover up uneven skin patches and discoloration.

BB cream also acts as a color corrector, but to a lesser extent. It provides a solid, even base to your complexion, helping to make the face glow and out skin tone. It just doesn’t work as well as spot treatment or minimizing signs of aging and discoloration the way CC cream does.

Levels of Hydration

BB cream and CC cream also differ in their respective levels of hydration. While both make the skin feel smooth and glowy, BB cream is more successful at hydrating the skin. As such a lightweight product that’s filled with moisturizing ingredients, BB cream excels at locking in moisture and keeping the skin refreshed.

CC cream can moisturize the skin too, but typically not to the extent of a BB cream. Ultimately, BB cream and CC cream share many similarities, but differ the most in terms of overall coverage and hydration.

Step Up Your Skincare Routine

Incorporating a BB cream or CC cream into your skincare routine is a great way to color-correct while protecting your skin. Use our guide to choose the right tinted cream for you and step up your routine today.

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Sun-damaged Skin: Photoaging, Signs, Causes & Treatment | Cleveland Clinic

Sun Damage | Yale Medicine

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The “Babydoll” Mani Is Winter’s Sweetest, Sheerest Nail Trend

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Key Takeaways

The “Babydoll” mani is this winter’s latest nail trend, featuring a soft, sheer wash of pink polish.

Hailey Bieber modeled the look in her new Victoria’s Secret campaign.

You can easily get in on the trend with Celisse’s Babydoll nail polish.

Capitalist horrors aside, I really am ready to be in full Valentine’s Day mode. I love sugar and using all the words printed on Sweethearts candy in my normal vocabulary and painting my nails pink. It’s a year-round lifestyle, actually—especially the pink nails part.

This winter, our newest nail obsession is the “Babydoll” manicure. The perfect sheer pink look entered superstardom last week when it was spotted on the hands of mani queen Hailey Bieber for her Victoria’s Secret Valentine’s Day campaign, and it’s just a matter of time before it takes off.

Ahead, discover everything there is to know about the oh-so-wearable trend.

About the “Babydoll” Manicure

A little moodier and less meticulous than the soap nails of yore, a “Babydoll” manicure is a soft, sheer pink nail look that looks best painted onto natural nails. Its sexiness can be found in its simplicity.

Think of it as the babydoll slip of nail art: It seems almost too easy and comfy to wear for how good it looks. This is the mani of choice for those of us who haven’t perfected the slick-back bun but can throw up the perfect textured ponytail at a moment’s notice complete with effortless face framing. It’s a touch of lip liner first instead of only a tinted balm, and dangly diamond earrings instead of studs.

Victoria’s Secret

Yes, Hailey’s shoot inspired the name of this look, but so did the shade “Babydoll” from the ultra-buzzy new nail brand Celisse (you’ve probably seen them all over your Instagram). Upon a zoom-in, we spotted what appears to be the cute pink bottle in Hailey’s hands in one of the images, and the versatile shade has also been worn on the Victoria’s Secret and Sandy Liang runways this fall.

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“Babydoll was a color I have always dreamed of making or at least owning,” Celisse co-founder and nail artist Holly Falcone tells Byrdie. “I’ve been working in the nail world for about 15 years but have been getting my nails done as long as I can remember. My go to was always a classic pink and white acrylic French. I always loved the pink acrylic powder—a color intended to enhance the nail bed but was actually this glowing, jelly pink. After mixing maybe 20 versions of a dream pink, Babydoll was born and I am complete.”

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How to Get the Look

Though any salon would be able to give you a similar look, part of the Babydoll charm is completing the manicure on the floor of your bedroom while wearing your favorite slip. You just need a file and a bottle of Celisse’s quick-drying Babydoll polish to make it happen. Grab a top coat, too, if you want to go for the gloss.

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“What’s great about our Babydoll is that it’s buildable,” explains Falcone. “You can do one coat of Babydoll for a little something or up to three thin coats for a more bubblegum look that’s still soft thanks to its sheerness.” She also suggests laying the shade over the brand’s Vanity, a more classic ballet slipper pink shade.

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“In general, I love how a babydoll pink brightens you up and gives you a little sass whether it’s on your nails, lips, or the color of your sweater,” she adds. “I like to balance a touch of babydoll pink on my lips, cheeks and nails with a chic black dress or jeans and a t-shirt. Just sweet enough.”

Swipe on a couple coats of Babydoll so the color comes through, and don’t worry about it looking too perfect. The beauty of the ridge-smoothing formula is that it will look polished no matter how shaky your actual polishing proficiency.

And that, babydolls, is the Babydoll mani.

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Lizzo’s Honey Blonde Big Chop

Hair Care

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Lizzo honey blonde big chop is the hair moment that has everyone talking. The artist shared her latest transformation on Instagram showing off freshly cut curls in a warm honey blonde shade with the caption out with the old and in with the new.

Photo Credit: IG @Lizzobeeating

The big chop marks a clear shift toward growth and renewal. Lizzo revealed the cut while holding her curls post trim offering a real and honest look at the process. It was not just about the final style but about honoring the journey of letting go and starting fresh.

The honey blonde color adds softness and warmth to her natural curls while keeping the look bold and intentional. Paired with her confidence the style highlights her features and puts healthy hair front and center. The look feels freeing modern and deeply personal.

Photo Credit: IG @Lizzobeeating

The Lizzo honey blonde big chop resonates because it reflects something many people experience. Sometimes cutting your hair is not just about aesthetics. It is about releasing what no longer serves you and stepping into a new chapter with intention.

By sharing the moment directly with her audience Lizzo continues to normalize natural hair changes and honest beauty moments. The big chop is a reminder that growth often starts with a decision to let go.

With this transformation Lizzo once again proves that hair is not just style. It is self expression healing and celebration all in one.

What are Bio-Active Ingredients & Which ones are best for my skin type – LAMAV

Organic Beauty

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January 14, 2026
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Skincare has evolved a lot over the past 5 to10 years, with a wave of new bio-active ingredients entering the skincare scene and promising to deliver impressive results. From reducing signs of ageing to brightening and hydrating the skin, bio-actives have become the focus of many formulations and skincare product marketing.

If you use skincare, it’s likely you’ve heard of bio-active ingredients. However, understanding what defines a bio-active ingredient and determining which ones are right for your skin type can be overwhelming and a little confusing.

What are Bio-active Ingredients?

Derived from plants, bio-actives are naturally-occurring molecules which have been scientifically proven to harbour compounds that exhibit high levels of antioxidant or anti-ageing activity. These ingredients actively affect the skin’s function or structure by interacting with skin cells to deliver real change such as hydration, exfoliation, brightening and anti-aging effects.

Bio-active ingredients are typically found in serums, moisturisers and skin treatments. At LAMAV, we utilise scientifically proven bio-actives to provide targeted solutions that treat specific concerns. All LAMAV products are exclusively formulated using our trademarked Three Tier Formula™. By incorporating at least 4–7 bio-actives in each formula, we are able to target specific skin concerns and deliver results that are clinically proven. At LAMAV, the bio-actives we utilise in our products address skin pigmentation, ageing, fine lines and wrinkles, oxidative stress, dehydration, tone and texture, skin firmness and elasticity.

Common Bio-active Ingredients

There are many bio-active ingredients now available in skincare, however there are a few popular ingredients that you’ll find in most skincare brands.

The Best Bio-Active Ingredients for your Skin Type

While we all want faster, better results from our skincare, sometimes going in hard with the strongest active ingredients can cause more harm than good – often leading to irritation and a compromised skin barrier. When introducing new products or bio-actives into your routine it’s best to take it slow by patch testing and applying a small amount 2-3 times per week until you build up tolerance for daily use.

There are also many bio-active ingredients now available that deliver nourishment and support inflammation while also having a noticeable effect on the skin. For example, replacing harsh Vitamin A actives with Bakuchiol will provide you with similar age defence benefits, without the irritation.

To get the most out of your skincare, it’s important that you implement the right active ingredients into your routine to ensure you get maximum results with minimum irritation.

Dry Skin

Hyaluronic Acid

Although naturally produced by the body, hyaluronic acid declines as we age—leading to dehydration, fine lines and wrinkles. It is extremely moisturising and improves skin firmness and elasticity, while supporting healthy skin barrier function and reducing risk of dryness.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Hyaluronic Hydra-Max Serum after cleansing followed by the Hyaluronic Moisture Cream to lock in moisture for all-day hydration.

Ceramides

Ceramides are lipids that are naturally found in the top layers of our skin and play a crucial role in maintaining hydration through healthy skin barrier function. Including ceramide-rich skincare into your routine will help to strengthen the skin barrier and prevent water loss. Jojoba Oil is a natural source of ceramides and holds similar properties to our skin’s natural sebum, making it an ideal ingredient to hydrate and protect the skin.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Marula Oil Cleanser as part of your evening routine to gently dissolve makeup and SPF without stripping the skin. You’ll enjoy the benefits of Jojoba along with Marula Oil – rich in fatty acids and antioxidants to maintain hydration while preventing free radical damage.

Squalane

Used to boost hydration and fight free radicals, squalane is extracted from olives and behaves like squalene—which is naturally produced by the body, but declines as we age.

Its antioxidant compounds help to protect the skin from oxidative damage and boost collagen synthesis, for smoother, more youthful-looking skin.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Beauty Sleep mask to deeply nourish, lock in hydration and repair the skin overnight. Packed with Hyaluronic Acid, Jojoba Oil and Squalene, you’ll enjoy instant hydration and comfort that improves the feel and appearance of dry and dull skin while you sleep.

Ingredients to avoid:

Dry skin types should try to avoid over-exposure to high concentrations of exfoliating acids or retinol, and if you are using these stronger actives its important to provide your skin with a hydrating buffer to reduce risk of dryness and irritation. Using a hyaluronic acid serum prior to your Vitamin A treatment can help to minimise dryness and irritation, and a Hyaluronic Moisturiser post exfoliation will sooth the skin an maintain hydration.

Oily and Acne-Prone Skin

Salicylic Acid (BHA) and Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA)

Including naturally derived acids such as AHAs in your acne-prone skincare routine is particularly important to reduce dead skin buildup that can lead to an increase in blocked pores and blemishes.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Award Winning AHA Face Exfoliant 2-3 times per week to breakdown dead skin cells while stimulating cell turnover for a deep yet gentle exfoliation that leaves skin looking clearer and brighter.

Niacinamide

Also known as Vitamin B3, Niacinamide is a popular ingredient for acne prone skin as it is known for reducing inflammation, regulating oil production and reducing the appearance of pores. It has also shown promising results with minimising the appearance of dark spots left behind from active blemishes.

Retinol Alternative – Bakuchiol

While Retinol and Bakuchiol have a few differences, evidence shows that bakuchiol interacts with the skin in similar ways as retinol – minus the irritation. From improving skin structure to smoothing and brightening the skin, bakuchiol’s rich antioxidant and anti-inflammatory profile is highly beneficial for all skin types, but particularly acne prone skin.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Bakuchiol 4% Natural Retinol Alternative Booster – formulated with bakuchiol along with antioxidants and adaptogenic herbs to smooth, calm and protect the skin.

Ingredients to Avoid:

If you have oily or acne prone skin it’s best to avoid heavy, occlusive oils and avoid physical exfoliants that contain sharp particles as these can damage or strip the skin. It’s also important not to over-exfoliate as this can cause further irritation and an increase in oil production.

Sensitive Skin

Ashwagandha Root Extract

A powerful adaptogenic herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years, ashwagandha is particularly useful in helping the body adapt and respond to stress. In addition to anti-inflammatory support, its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties also make it beneficial in supporting skin healing while its powerful antioxidant profile supports collagen production.

Aloe Vera

One of nature’s most well known skin soothers, Aloe Vera has an incredible ability to sooth the skin while retaining moisture. It is also rich in skin-loving nutrients and contains an estimated 75 active constituents including vitamin A, C and E. Its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties make it excellent for wound-healing and it works to increase collagen production in the skin—speeding up the healing process.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Hydra Calm Cream Cleanser for a gentle, ultra-rich cleansing experience that soothes and maintains hydration as you cleanse. Formulated with Aloe Vera Leaf Juice, Avocado and Camellia Oil to soothe and remove impurities, make-up and pollutants.

Bisobolol

Derived from chamomile, bisabolol calms and soothes an irritated complexion. Its rich antioxidant profile makes it useful in the protection from free radical damage and oxidative stress, reducing the risk of redness, irritation and signs of premature ageing.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Intense Repair Eye Balm to hydrate, calm and strengthen the delicate eye area. Infused with Bisabolol and Sandalwood Seed Oil to help to minimise fine lines and wrinkles, while promoting skin elasticity.

Green Tea

Green Tea is well-known for its health benefits, and this also includes our skin. Rich in polyphenols, green tea helps to protect and repair the skin from the damaging and ageing effects of free radicals. It also contains Methylxanthines—compounds which are anti-inflammatory and help to reduce redness and irritation in the skin.

Ingredients to avoid:

Sensitive Skin types are best to avoid strong acids and retinoids unless used in very low concentrations with ample time for skin to recover in between treatments.

Mature Skin

Cockatoo Plum

One of nature’s most potent forms of naturally occurring Vitamin C is Kakadu Plum. This super-native fights environmental damage while brightening dull skin and reducing the appearance of pigmentation. Vitamin C is also essential for the production of collagen, which naturally declines as we age.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Collagen Support Booster as it contains 100% bio-actives including Kakadu Plum and Davidson Plum, to promote firmer skin and prevent the visible signs of ageing.

Commiphora

Extracted from the oleoresin of the Guggul tree, this plant active harbours plumping properties that assist in improving skin tone and texture—smoothing wrinkles and firming the complexion.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Commiphora Plumping Serum for a potent hit of Commiphora, Paracress Extract and Wakame to boost collagen while relaxing the skin to promote a plumper, smoother complexion.

Coenzyme Q10

Coenzyme Q10 is a fat-soluble compound that although produced by the body, declines with age. It is praised for its powerful antioxidant effects and aside from its important role in carrying energy to our cells, it is primarily considered to be a free radical scavenger—helping to neutralise and even prevent damage caused by oxidative stress due to ageing.

We recommend: LAMAV’s Omega Antioxidant Oil to assists in protecting the skin while reducing the visible signs of ageing including fine lines, pigmentation and wrinkle depth.

Ingredients to Avoid:

Mature skin types should avoid harsh physical exfoliants and over exfoliation that can cause micro-tears in the skin and a compromised skin barrier.

When should I apply Bio-active Skincare?

Best Bio-Active Ingredients to use in the Morning

Antioxidant Rich bio-actives such as Vitamin C, Kakadu Plum and Green Tea should be applied in the morning to get the most out of their natural ability to protect the skin from environmental damage. Hydrating ingredients such as Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe can be applied both morning and night as they won’t irritate the skin throughout the day or affect other active ingredients that you may apply at night.

Best Bio-Active Ingredients to use at Night

Stronger bio-actives that have an exfoliating effect on the skin should be used at night to avoid risk of irritation and sun sensitivity. This includes retinol, AHAs and BHAs.

Precautions when Using Bio-Active Ingredients

While bio-active ingredients provide many benefits to all skin types, it’s important to take precaution when introducing any new ingredient – particularly if it enhances exfoliation and skin renewal.

Don’t mix the following bio-actives to minimise risk of irritation and potentially reducing effectiveness of the ingredients:

Final thoughts on Bio-active Ingredients

Bio-actives are tried and tested ingredients that you can count on to deliver noticeable results, however some are stronger than others. Utilising naturally derived bio-active ingredients and tailoring a routine to suit your specific skin concerns will help you achieve the glowing, healthy complexion you’re chasing – minus the irritation.

Don’t forget to wear SPF daily and consult with your dermatologist if you’re unsure of which active ingredients will be best suited to support your skin type.

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