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UAE BEAUTY EDITOR: THE ULTIMATE BEAUTY AUTHORITY This Dior foundation which we use today will cause us pimples or wrinles in long term?
Are expensive lipsticks really worth it?(Short answer:no)
This page is all about you and your beauty needs in UAE weather and product reviews for products in UAE. Have you ever wondered which eyeshadow brush to buy if you can afford only one? Is that new Gucci lipstick really worth the money? Exactly why should I buy La Prairie? Is there a cheaper alternative to the infamous NARS Or**sm? Ask us a
Perimenopause hit me like a curveball I wasn't expecting.
One day I had skin that made sense. The next? Hormonal acne alongside sensitivity I'd never experienced before. Dryness in some areas, oiliness in others—my skin was basically having an identity crisis.
Here's what I learned: the dramatic hormonal shifts during perimenopause (it can last 4-10 years!) directly impact your skin barrier. Estrogen drops = collagen production drops = skin becomes thinner and more reactive.
If you're navigating this phase right now:
✓ Simplify your routine—your skin is sensitive, not confused
✓ Focus on barrier repair (ceramides, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid)
✓ Add a retinol slowly when you're ready—hormonal acne responds well to it
✓ SPF is non-negotiable—hormonal fluctuations make skin more photosensitive
You're not losing your mind. Your skin is just catching up with your hormones.
Let me break a skincare myth that keeps coming up: Korean skincare is NOT inherently superior to other approaches.\n\nI love K-beauty. The innovation, the textures, the ingredients—honestly, it's impressive. But here's what I've learned: Korean skincare excels at giving you that immediate GLOW. Your skin feels hydrated, plump, dewy. It's everything feel-good products should do.\n\nBUT (and this is important):\n\n✓ That glow is temporary\n✓ Most K-beauty products focus on hydration and feel, not clinical results\n✓ They're rarely spa-grade or dermatologically formulated for long-term transformation\n✓ For actual barrier repair, collagen production, or treating acne scars—you need clinical-grade ingredients\n\nThe real question: Are you looking for a quick glow or long-term skin transformation?\n\nFor glow: K-beauty all the way. The layering, the essences, the sheet masks—chef's kiss.\n\nFor clinical results: You might need retinoids, vitamin A derivatives, clinical-strength vitamin C serums, or professional treatments.\n\nBoth have their place. The myth is thinking one is universally \"better.\" They're just different tools for different goals.\n\nWhat's your skincare goal right now?\n\n
24/07/2026
Who has taught us that being single is a disease?
Girl, Embrace the quiet moments as the pages that reveal who you truly are. Reflect on how these times alone have transformed your life. Share your story below. Lets see how poerful women and their stories are.
23/07/2026
BMK Durham Summer Fest is coming to Ajax on August 22 & 23, 2026 with FREE live concerts, food vendors, entertainment, and unforgettable performances by Mustafa Zahid, Ali Azmat, and a special Qawwali night!Presented by TD** and **Powered by Marlin Spring Development
Join us for an unforgettable summer celebration filled with fun, music, and community spirit!
Highlights Include:
- Ali Azmat & Mustafa Zahid live on Day 1
- Qawali night by Sur Sagar band on Day 2
- KPOP DEMON HUNTERS On Day 2
- Over 20 exceptional Canadian artist on stage
- Food Trucks & Local Vendors
- Family-Friendly Activities
- And Much More!
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Connect with us today at **416-897-1683** or visit www.bmkevents.ca to learn how you can be a part of this amazing event!
**Don’t miss out on the fun! Mark your calendars!**
19/07/2026
19/07/2026
Half of your skincare routine may be cancelling the other half.
The problem is not always the product. Sometimes it is the order, the pairing, or using too many actives on the same night.
My rule for melanin-rich skin:
Vitamin C in the morning. Retinal on alternate nights. Niacinamide as the peacekeeper. Barrier recovery in between.
Because irritation does not always disappear quietly. On melanin-rich skin, it can leave a mark.
Sabbskin keeps it simple:
AM: FOY™ Vitamin C Serum → moisturiser → Ohh Sunny! SPF
PM retinal nights: Aging Backwards™
PM recovery nights: PDRN hydration → FOY™ Cream or Nº19 Supercream
Aging Backwards™ pairs encapsulated retinal with niacinamide and squalane to support renewal while helping protect the barrier. SABBSKIN Aging backwards.pdf
Comment “GLOWMAP” and I’ll send you the exact Sabbskin AM/PM order chart.
Story time: when I first formulated Aging Backwards, I gave it to my aunt to try.
A few weeks later, she called me looking genuinely suspicious and said:
“Sabbeen… my forehead wrinkles and those two 11 lines have almost disappeared. What have you put in this? Steroids?!” 😭😂
I had to explain:
No, Khala. There are no steroids in your face cream. Please calm down.
What she was seeing was the power of a well-formulated retinoid routine.
Because once we enter our 30s, 40s and 50s, our skin does not renew itself with the same enthusiasm it had in our 20s. Fine lines settle in, the forehead starts keeping permanent records of every stressful person we have ever met, and crow’s feet begin arriving without an invitation.
That is exactly why retinol is a woman’s best friend through these decades.
But here is the problem: most women either avoid it because they are scared of irritation, or they buy six separate products and then use none of them because the routine feels like unpaid labour.
So I made SABBSKIN Aging Backwards™: a simple six-step nighttime routine in one cream.
It combines encapsulated retinal with niacinamide, squalane, shea butter, avocado oil and vitamin E to help improve the appearance of:
✨ Forehead wrinkles
✨ Those stubborn “11” lines
✨ Crow’s feet
✨ Under-eye fine lines
✨ Uneven texture
✨ Dull, tired-looking skin
You cleanse your face, apply one pump, and go to bed.
No chemistry degree required.
No six bottles fighting for space beside your toothbrush.
And definitely no steroids, Khala. 😂
Comment AGING and we’ll send you the complete routine.
Start slowly, use it at night, and wear sunscreen every morning. Avoid retinoids during pregnancy unless cleared by your healthcare professional. Individual results vary.
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