Riv Pillay

Sunscreen has been a non-negotiable step in my skincare regime since I started my skincare journey. Over the years I have tried various brands and I can finally confirm that I have found my ride-or-die, the La Roche-Posay Invisible Fluid 50+. 

Over the past year, I have been using the Hyaluronic Acid Toner by Isntree. Due to my satisfaction with Isntree's moisturiser, I chose this particular brand. Further, the importance of hyaluronic acid has become increasingly evident over the past year and I couldn't think of a better star ingredient as the base of my skincare routine. Did the brand and acid live up to my expectations? You are going to have to keep reading to find out. 

  Over the past two weeks, I have been testing the new NIVEA Advanced lotion from their Radiant & Beauty Body Lotion Range. The range was formulated with a mixture of five natural oils and five vitamins that are perfectly balanced to address the needs of melanin-rich skin. Besides being filled with moisture-rich ingredients, NIVEA claimed that the Radiant & Beauty range helped reduce the appearance of stretch marks within two weeks! Did it work? Keep reading to find out!

With Spring in full bloom, it is time to switch out our hearty warm bowls of oatmeal for a refreshing smoothie. One of my favourite smoothies is a green smoothie full of nutrition and fiber. After a number of trials and errors, I can safely say that my current recipe is delicious without the strong earthy green taste.  If you are looking for a healthier breakfast option then keen on reading!

What better way to welcome spring than with a look at one of spring's essential skincare products, an SPF. Over the years the importance of applying an SPF has been made abundantly clear regardless of the forecast. Having used the same SPF brand for years, I decided to switch. Was it the right or wrong choice? Well, you are going to have to read to find out.

With winter rapidly approaching, I made the choice a few months ago to switch to a hydrating moisturiser. I had read great reviews about Isntree as a brand which was further endorsed by positive feedback from my sister.  After a bit of research, I came across their Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream. Having reached the end of my cream, I thought this would be the opportune moment to share my thoughts. . If the phrase, “Plump, healthy, glowing skin,” ticks your boxes then keep on reading!