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19 Dec 2020

Newsflash: it's winter. Here at Little Wonderland, we don't do seasonal depression! We are countering these dark days with another blog. We get a lot of questions from customers who ask us if it's ne ... Read more

24 Oct 2020

Cruelty free glass skin routine

K-beauty is famous for its innovative approach to skin care, unusual ingredients and trendy packaging. But there's something else that can be added to the expanding list of popular K-beauty phenomena: Glass Skin. Glass skin is a certain look that's very popular in Asia, and it's a counterpart of the more matte look that's been idealized in the West for some time. And there has been a noticeable shift, as glass skin is gaining more and more popu ... Read more

22 Aug 2020

Why using sunscreen helps fight acne

‘It will take years and years before UV will damage my skin. Skipping sunscreen works better for my acne. Sunscreen just breaks me out, so I won’t bother.’

We get lots of questions from our customers who have had bad experiences with using sunscreen on their oily skin. Some notice that sunscreen clogs their pores, worsens the appearance of pimples and makes their skin even shinier than it already was. If you’re trying to get clear skin, these aren’t exactly the effects you’re looking for. Read on for the best tips on choosing sunscreen if you're acne-prone, what to avoid, and why it's especially important to wear sunscreen when you're acne-prone. Read more

25 Jul 2020

Applying SPF throughout the day

By now, most of us are aware or how harmful UV rays are to the skin. I think it’s safe to say that every dermatologist on the planet agrees on the importance of using sunscreen. One of the best things you can do to keep your skin looking radiant, wrinkle-free and healthy for as long as possible, is keeping your SPF-loaded products close at hand. Not just in the mornings, but during the entire day. For some, this might sound like bad news. “How do I reapply a product with SPF during the day?”, you might think, “does that mean that I have to walk around with a shiny face and smudge my make-up?” Read more

18 Jun 2020

On chemical sunscreen: myths and facts

There seems to be a lot going on about chemical sunscreens. The internet offers a combination of myths, facts and downright fearmongering about chemical agents in sunscreens. I can understand that these stories make you doubtful, and make it harder to choose the right product. After all, you want to use a sunscreen to protect your skin. It makes sense that you want to choose a type of protection that is both safe and effective.

In this blog post, I will try to clear up some uncertainties around chemical sun filters in sunscreens.
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