With all the stress and harmful irritants that surrounds us, having clear skin nowadays is almost impossible. But there are certain practices that can help us achieve the almost impossible. Here are some clear skin tips you should not miss if you are aiming to get that clear and healthy skin.

1. Watch What You Eat

There is no doubt that eating healthy foods and green leafy vegetables contributes to your healthy skin. Look for foods with Omega-3 Fatty Acids such as seafood that helps in easing skins inflammation, and foods that are high in antioxidants that protect your skin from sun damage. Foods with Vit C and E are high in antioxidants such as tomatoes and avocados. Green tea and nuts are also high sources of antioxidant.

2. Don't Overwash

If you've read our previous blog, you already know that frequent washing can do more harm than good, as it takes away natural oil, making your skin produce more oils. Instead use a moisturizer after every wash, to give your skin enough moisture to balance the oil and skins natural moisture. Our Acne Stop Gentle Gel helps you moisturize your skin with less oil while fighting acne at the same time.

3. Clean your Face Before Going to Bed

Forgetting to wash your face before going to bed is a big No-no. You'll be inviting future breakouts if you often do this. Just imagine all the dirt of the day sitting in your face while you sleep. If you are so tired, a cleansing wipes can work sometimes but its always the best to wash your face with a facial cleanser.

You can try our Acne Stop Facial Cleanser that gently removes dirt and makeup while fighting stubborn acne.

4. Sleep Well

When you're sleep deprived, your skin appears to be drier and prone to irritation and makes it faster for your skin to age. We don't want that! So always make sure to get a good shuteye. A good night cream can also do the trick. See our Lighten-up PM Cream to help you get rid of dark spots and reduce pigmentation while fighting acne as you sleep.

5. Use Sunscreen and Serum

A serum which is more concentrated than a cream and a sunscreen to protect your skin from UV rays, that's your secret weapon to clearer and healthy skin. Use a sunscreen to protect your skin from any damages you can get from sun exposure such as wrinkles. And a serum to fight against free radicals and repairs and restore skins moisture.

Check out our Cell Repair Serum that can give your skin a burst of intense and lasting hydration while enhancing skins firmness and elasticity.

6. Clean your Makeup Brushes

Make sure to clean your brushes regularly as it is a living ground for harmful irritants & acne-causing bacteria that can lead to breakouts. Your daily skincare routine and acne products can go to waste if you are using dirty brushes. It is advised to clean your makeup brushes every week. It can be such a fuss to do it regularly but worry no more coz Estala Skin Care gives you the most convenient way of cleaning your brushes. Check out our Luxury Makeup Brush Cleaner that cleans with a thoroughness not even an expert hands can manage.

Tired of the extra shine on your face and frequent acne breakouts? Are you getting frustrated that your skin care regimen might be amiss? Maybe you need to understand your skin first so you can cut down the shine and create a balance on your skins natural moisture. Read on.

What Causes Oily Skin

Having oily skin is a result of the overproduction of sebum, produced by your body's sebaceous glands. It can also be caused by Hormonal imbalance. Situations like puberty, menopause or even pregnancy cause our hormones to act differently than normal which causes the oil glands to produce more oil than the usual.

Benefits of Having an Oily Skin

Oily skin typically shows a slower pace when it comes to signs of aging compared to dry skin. As oily skin appears to look more moistured, it can do the trick of hiding the fine lines showing up in our face compared to dry skin that gives emphasis to wrinkles.

Another thing is, your over oil production can act as a natural sunscreen. The sebum waterproofs and lubricates the skin and somehow act as a protective barrier of our skin.

Oily Skin Works Better With Oil-based Products.

Sure, alcohol-based products can dry up the skin. But it dries it so much that it also rips off your skin of moisture. That prompts your oil glands to produce more oil. So next time you buy something for your oily skin, pick an oil-based product since oil attracts excess oils and impurities in your pores but will never leave your skin so dry so your oil gland will not overcompensate for lost oil which does cause over oil production.

Stress Contributes to Having An Oily Skin.

Since hormonal imbalance causes our glands to produce more oil, it is relative that when you are stressed, our body produces the so-called stress hormone known as cortisol. Cortisol can trigger an array of changes in the skin that actually causes the oil glands to become uncontrollable when producing oils that results to the pores getting blocked that can turn to acne eventually.

What To Do When You Have An Oily skin.

As mentioned,  leaving your skin dry can cause your skin to produce more oil. Washing it often like 3 times a day can strip away the oil, causing your skin to get oilier, because the oil gland will think it needs to produce more oil. It's advised to wash your face just twice a day. Our Acne Stop Facial Cleanser gently removes excess oil and leaves your face feeling clean and refreshed.

After cleansing your face, though you might think you don't need it cause you already have too much oil, you still need to moisturize. Even oily skin needs to be hydrated. Moisturize to make sure you give your skin enough moisture it needs so it won't need to produce more oil for you.  Use our Acne Stop Gentle Gel to moisturize your skin and experience less oil while fighting stubborn acne.

A mask treatment can also help in managing your oily skin as it can hydrate the skin while working on the trapped and excess oils from your pores. Try our Acne-Stop Facial Mask to leaves skin feeling smooth and looking radiant - all while fighting stubborn acne!

Our skin reflects our daily habits, so it's important to make sure you’re treating it well. You can spend a lot of money on skin care products and cosmetics, but if you’re missing out on these important and healthy habits, you’re just spending a lot of fortune for nothing.  

A good skin care routine can be very helpful but these 5 habits can do a lot of wonders to your skin too.

1. Stay Hydrated. Drinking lots of water don't only help in keeping your skin hydrated but in our overall health. Well hydrated skin appears to be clearer with little to no visible pores, while skin that lacks hydration appears to be dry and flaky. Its best to drink water compare to juices, coffee, and other sweetened drinks as it is free of calories so it can be helpful in maintaining a healthy weight too. For additional help, use our Cell Repair Serum to give your skin a burst of intense and lasting hydration.
2. Eat Healthily. You have actually heard about this everywhere, but that is because there’s no other way to take care of your skin but to take care of your health. A balanced and a healthy diet can absolutely help to maintain healthy skin since a properly nourished body gives a more radiant complexion. So you should start including healthy foods in your diet as part of your skincare routine.  Fruits and vegetables that are rich in Vitamin C can the skin to fight the harmful effects of free radicals because of its antioxidant traits. Other nutrients that your skin needs too are A, E, and K, selenium, omega-3, zinc, and monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats (good fats).
3. Beauty Sleep. No questions asked, getting enough sleep should be an important part of your skincare routine. When we sleep, the cells in our body regenerates and repairs the damaged cells. If you skip this process, your skin will hardly regenerate causing some negative changes in your skin like aging and breakouts. So be sure to make it a habit to get yourself some good beauty sleep to maintain healthy, glowing skin. You can apply our Luminescence Skin Lighting Cream that helps to get rid of hyperpigmentation and dark spots for youthful and even skin while you’re having a shut eye.
4. Don’t Smoke. There is no doubt that smoking makes your skin look older and can add to wrinkle formation. It also damages collagen and elastin, which we have discussed on our previous blogs, as an important nutrient in our skins’  and elasticity. Plus, and a very big factor why you shouldn't be smoking is, it increases the risk of cell skin cancer.
5. Manage Stress. Stress is a big contributing factor why you're experiencing acne breakouts and other skin problems such as aging. Self-care is as important as skin care and it has a big relationship that manifests effects onto your skin’s appearance. Stress also makes you feel hungry that can result in eating sugary and fatty foods which are not only bad for your skin but to your whole health as well.  Prevent these negative effects by making time to de-stress and do the things you love doing. Listen to your favorite music, try aromatherapy or yoga, or go to the gym or a spa to beat your stress. You can also de-stress by giving yourself an at-home spa, try our Acne-Stop Facial Mask which leaves skin feeling fresh, hydrated, and smooth while fighting acne.

Always remember that beautiful skin begins with a good and healthy skincare routine. Hope you start doing and adding these 5 Habits to Maintain a Healthy Skin into your skin care routine today!

Proper skin care can be relaxing, enjoyable, and effective.

Feel Good In and Out - Snack on Citrus
Citrus, such as lemons, grapefruit, and oranges support your kidneys and liver.
Researchers have found a clear connection between healthy organs and healthy skin. These wonders of Mother Nature also help prevent wrinkles and support a healthy immune system.

Help Your Skin – Get Your Beauty Rest
The key to not looking tired is not feeling tired. Getting those seven to eight hours a
night rejuvenating sleep will help keep your skin looking and feeling better. It can even help reduce or eliminate those dark undereye bags. Sleep offers the kind of results that no face cream can mimic.

Massage In Your Moisturizer
Don’t just dab in your face cream. Use gentle pressure to massage it into your skin in a calming circular motion. Use this same technique when you wash your face and you will kick the circulation in your skin into high gear.

Wear Sunscreen
You’ve heard this many times before, but it’s important enough to mention again. Wear sunscreen to help protect your skin from sun damage. Your skin will remain healthier. Wearing a sunscreen of at least SPF 15 or higher will also help prevent skin cancer, wrinkles, and sunburn.

Want to Look Your Best? – Get Some Exercise
A good workout doesn't just burn calories, it also helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to your skin. Spinning, running, jogging, going on a nice bicycle ride – any aerobic
exercise will help keep your body healthy and your skin looking its best.

Stay Hydrated
Skin hydration starts from the inside. Drink six to eight glasses of water every day. Not crazy about plain water? Try coconut water or herbal teas. But stay away from soda, fruit juices, or flavored drinks. Pure, fresh, simple, clean water is what your body craves.

Take a Warm Shower
Here’s a relaxing way to care for your skin. Taking a warm shower opens up your pores and is a great place to wash your face. And it doesn’t hurt to give yourself an extra five minutes in the warm spray to simply relax.

Snack on Almonds
Munch a few almonds to help get that healthy-skin glow. This naturally sweet nut is a great source of good fats and vitamin E, two things that will keep your skin cells plump and healthy.

Wear Less Makeup
Pare down your makeup routine so your pores can be exposed to clean air and oxygen. You can also try going completely makeup-free - using just concealer, mascara, and lip balm – even if only for a day or two each week.

Have a Nice Cup of Tea
Relax for a bit and enjoy a steaming cup of white or green tea, both of which can do
wonders for your complexion. In addition to offering a shot of hydration to your skin
cells, tea may also assist with anti-aging. 

Part of every skin care program must be high-quality, natural skin care products
such as those sold by Estala Skin Care.

It is no secret that eating healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables is the safest way to stop aging. The skin is the largest organ in our body, and whatever we put into our body reflects on our skin. So its very important that we are aware to whats the best food to fuel a younger looking skin. Here we put up our Top 5 to help you out if you are looking for natural anti-aging foods to add in your diet for a younger looking skin. Ready? Glow!

1. Avocados
Avocados are known to be one of the superfoods because of many health benefits it provides. Avocados are rich in antioxidants and other essential nutrients such as vitamins K, C, E, and A, B vitamins and potassium that stops premature aging. Vitamin A is helpful in shedding dead skin cells which is very helpful in achieving glowing skin. It's also high in inflammation-fighting fatty acids that are responsible for smooth and supple skin. It also has a carotenoid content that is known to block toxins and protect from sun ray damage.

2. Red Bell Pepper
Red bell peppers are also loaded with antioxidants that help fight premature aging. And their high content of vitamin C is good for collagen production that helps with skin’s elasticity. Like avocados, it also contains carotenoids that have anti-inflammatory properties that protect our skin from sun damage and other environmental toxins.
Or you can try our Cell Repair Serum that retains skins moisture and enhance the skin's firmness and elasticity to slow down aging and restore a youthful glow.

3. Salmon
Salmon has a super antioxidant and unique anti-aging benefits. The Astaxanthin that is found in Salmon protects the skin against inflammation and oxidative stress that helps in slowing the process of aging as it creates more collagen and calms inflammation. It also contains Vitamin D, which don't only helps in protecting our skin against UV rays and free radicals but is also great for skin cell repair and growth.

4. Soybeans
Soybeans which is rich in isoflavones helps preserve skin-firming collagen and prevent collagen breakdown. It will help reduce the signs of aging such as wrinkles, dark spots, and fine lines. Soybeans are a good source of Vitamin E as well, that helps in renewing dead skin cells to help you look young and radiant.
Our very own COQ10 Cream with Biopeptide has the same effect on your skin as it penetrates thirsty skin cells for soft skin, stimulates cell renewal and reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

5. Papaya
Papaya is another superfood that fights aging because of its lots of variety of antioxidants and vitamins that improves skin elasticity and lessens the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Same with the other superfoods, papaya is also rich in antioxidants that fight free radical damage that delays signs of aging. The enzyme called papain, has anti-aging benefits and acts as nature's best anti-inflammatory agents and is found in many exfoliating products in the market.

We have said this many times, but here's another reminder for us girls to remember that a  glowing and younger looking skin starts with what we eat. So go on and add these 5 superfoods into your diet to slow down signs of aging and start having that younger looking skin that glows from within!

Or you can check out our Complete Anti-Aging Regimen, from skin evening cream to face firming toner to cream for bags under eyes to hydrating face lotion and more, our skin care line for aging takes care of all of the common signs of aging.

Be honest, when was the last time you did a good cleaning on your makeup brushes? If it’s been a month or so, you should go on and read the whole blog to see why you should be cleaning your makeup brushes right away.

Makeup brushes are breeding ground for bacteria that can cause serious skin problems. Unclean makeup brushes are one of the reasons why your makeup doesn't blend well. And dirt also contributes to premature aging. Two things you need to understand about makeup brushes is you have to make sure it is clean before you use it on your face and you should not share them as it can be a virus and bacteria spreader.

Cleaning all of your brushes can be such a fuss to add into your daily or weekly routine but it will pay off. Regular cleaning of your makeup brushes can help out in improving your skin and maintaining healthy clear skin. If you are concerned about hygiene and skin, you should clean your brushes after every use. But that seems impossible to do in our busy lives, so the most decent and reasonable times to do it is at least once a week. Below is a complete guide on how you can clean your makeup brushes.

Spot Cleaning

Spot cleaning is the easiest and quickest way to clean your makeup brushes and can be useful when you’re in a hurry. All you need to do is to pick a makeup brush cleaner that's usually in a spray bottle and spray it onto the brush to make it damp. Then gently swirl it on a paper towel to let it dry. This can be an easy method but your brushes may not be 100% cleaned so we suggest that it should only be done if you are in a real hurry.

Deep Cleaning Using a Silicon Mat

Deep cleaning with a makeup brush cleaner mat is the most popular way of cleaning your brushes but can take too much time to do it. But compared to spot cleaning, that can still leave traces of makeup in your brushes, deep cleaning is much recommended. With deep cleaning, you will need a gentle shampoo or dish soap, a silicon brush cleaning mat, a hand glove, a paper towel, and patience to wait for the brushes to dry. :)

To start, you just need to squeeze the dish soap or the shampoo onto the silicon mat (remember to use a hand glove), wet the brushes thru running water so you can also remove excess makeup out of the brushes and swirl it onto the mat with the liquid cleaner. Once you’re pretty sure that it is cleaned up, place the brush in running water to rinse. When you feel it’s ready, squeeze out excess water from the brushes and lay them down in a towel to absorb any left water in the brushes. Leave it overnight to let them dry.

Deep Cleaning With an Electric Makeup Brush Cleaner

Hiding in the bristles of your brushes are leftover makeup, harmful irritants & acne-causing bacteria that can’t be easily removed by hand cleaning or by using a makeup brush cleaner mat. It can still leave you at risk so the most suggested way to clean your makeup brushes is by using an electric or battery powered brush cleaner. It cleans the brushes thoroughly in high speed and also dries the brushes instantly leaving your brushes perfectly clean and good to go after cleaning them. All you need to do is drop some gentle shampoo in the cleaning bowl, attach the brush into the brush handle and spindle and spin it right through the bowl to clean it. Usually only takes 20 seconds to clean and dry a brush.

Estala Skin Care has a powerful Luxury Make Up Brush Cleaner that helps remove build up from brush tip to base - with no breakage. Watch the video below to see how you can easily wash and dry your brushes with our Luxury Makeup Brush Cleaner.

We hope that after reading this blog, the first thing you’ll do is to add cleaning up your brushes into your skincare routine. Remember that clean makeup brushes will leave your skin healthier and will ensure your makeup glides on perfectly for a more fabulous you!

It is no longer a secret that whatever you eat creates a big impact on your skin health. So to guide you in making a decision on What to Eat For Glowing Skin, we created a list of the best food for glowing skin so you can start on your healthy skin diet.

1. Almonds and Walnuts

Almonds and Walnuts have many qualities that makes them an excellent food for glowing skin. Almond which is rich in Vitamin E that helps in repairing scarred cells and protect from Sun damage, and is a good antioxidant. Walnuts, on the other hand, are a good source of essential fatty acids such as Omega-3 that works in protecting your cell membranes for a smoother and moisturized skin and also aids for preventing skin cancer.


2. Green Tea

Being known for its anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects, Green tea is a natural source of antioxidant that protects the skin from free radicals. It helps in proper hydration of our skin and can also protect from sun damage. It also improves the elasticity of our skin and protects the main protein of the skin which is collagen that minimizes the signs of aging. It also aids in lowering the levels of the acne-producing hormone that leaves skin healthy and dark spot free. Restore youthful glow and slow aging while enhancing firmness and elasticity with our very own Cell Repair Serum.


3. Fatty Fish

Fatty Fish like salmon and mackerel are rich sources of omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin E and other high-quality protein that is beneficial for healthy skin. Omega 3 fatty acids are important in skin health and are responsible for keeping your skin supple and moisturized and reduces inflammation that can cause redness and acne. Lack of Omega 3 fatty acids usually causes dry skin that prevents you in achieving glowing skin.

Fatty fish is also a good source of Vitamin E, which we all know is the most important Vitamin for our skin. With enough Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant for your skin, your skin gets protected from free radicals and inflammation.

Salmon, being the most popular type of fatty fish has an anti-aging component that can help in keeping your skin looking young. It contains dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) that strengthen the cell membranes to prevent skin deterioration that causes premature aging. It also helps in preventing the production of arachidonic acid (AA) that triggers wrinkle formation. So what are you waiting for ladies? Shop some Salmon!

4. Avocados

Avocados are rich in healthy fats that help in maintaining healthy and glowing skin. Monounsaturated fatty acids that are found in avocados are proven to hydrate the skin and make it more flexible. This super food is also rich in Vitamin E which act as antioxidant. More reason you should incorporate Avocado in your diet is that Avocado also contain compounds that protect the skin from sun damage that minimizes the risk of premature wrinkling. To help you out in fighting premature aging, check out our complete Anti-Aging Package.

5. Dark Chocolate

Want a delicious sunscreen that can also reduce signs of aging? Have a bite of your favorite dark chocolate! Dark chocolates which are rich in cocoa protects the skin from oxidative stress that can cause wrinkles. It is super rich in antioxidant that helps in protecting your skin from sun damage. The flavanol content in cocoa leaves skin more hydrated, thicker and smoother and helps in improving skins elasticity. Tip: When choosing your dark chocolate, check the ingredients and make sure that it has 70% cocoa with lesser added sugar to achieve the maximum effect.

6. Blueberries

Blueberries are yet another Super Food For Healthy Skin. It is a collagen strengthening food that helps in fighting premature aging. Filled with antioxidants, it suppresses skin aging and cell damaging free-radicals. It is also a good source of fatty acids that ease inflammation-induced skin conditions. Estala's Luminescence Skin Lightening Cream is a powerful anti-aging skin treatment helps to get rid of hyperpigmentation and dark spots for youthful, even skin.

7. Turmeric

Turmeric has been very popular because of its cancer-fighting components. But this Indian spice is also helpful in achieving glowing skin. It aids in treating acne and preventing wrinkle. Curcumin, which is its active antioxidant fights free radicals and has anti-inflammatory effects that treat the inflammation caused by acne. It also helps in preventing the formation of wrinkles and stretch marks. Curcumin properties help the skin to heal wounds quickly and target the pores to help in lightening dark spot caused by aging and minimizes scarring caused by acne. You can easily create a facial mask just by combining it with honey. Or you can try our Acne Stop Facial Mask that leaves your skin feeling smooth and looking radiant - all while fighting stubborn acne!


8. Egg

Ever heard of the “Beauty Vitamin”? Biotin, which can be found on eggs yolk plays an important role in a proper cell function. This B vitamin helps to protect the skin from acne, rashes, and dryness. Eggs also contain choline and lutein that are responsible for keeping the skin firm and smooth and hydrated and acts as an antioxidant that maintains skins elasticity and protects the skin from damage. Reduce inflammation and redness of your skin with our Acne Stop Cream to get rid of stubborn acne, and prevent future breakouts.

9. Oysters

It may sound unusual, but Oyster actually does a great job in giving you radiant skin. Oysters which are high in Zinc, gives a massive impact in repairing damaged tissues and forming a new a new healthy one. It also works as an antioxidant that lessens cell-damaging free radicals and protects collagen-producing cells.


10. Red Wine

Red wine is rich in antioxidants and other compounds that are known to fight skin aging and helps retain your skins glow. Resveratrol, for example, is known to reduce the effects of aging and on the other hand, Polyphenols in red wine slows down production of free radicals that damage the skin. So next time you decide to have a drink, go for a healthier option. However, like any other alcoholic beverage, you must consume it in moderation or you may get an opposite effect to your skin. Our COQ10 Cream with a powerful antioxidant ingredient reduces fine lines and wrinkles and stimulates cell renewal.


Don't Skip The Basic

You can all eat this super food for healthy skin, but missing out on this very basic one can have a massive effect on your skin. Water. It is very important to keep your skin hydrated to maintain that glowing skin. Drinking 6-8 cups of water a day will keep you hydrated and will ward off dryness and gives you naturally glowing skin.

What Not To Eat

High-sugar foods
Processed and junk foods
Spicy foods

We love sharing tips for glowing skin to you lovely ladies and we hope this list of super foods help you achieve that glowing skin and remain healthier and younger looking as you age.

The festive season is approaching. The time for holiday parties and get together is coming. Party planning, shopping, late night parties, non-stop eating, and alcohol,  these things can do massive effects on your skin. Is your skin ready for the holiday stress? You may freak out a little but here are some holiday skin care tips to get you through.

Today we share how you can keep your glow while dealing with all the holiday stress and maintain a beautiful complexion all season long!

Cleanse Your Skin
Sure you have a lot of things to do like cooking, wrapping gifts and decorating. But don’t forget the basics. Start your day by washing your skin with a gentle facial cleanser or if you have more time between the day, do it often. It will remove the sweat and other pore-clogging debris from your face.

On top of washing your face, make sure to avoid touching your face too often. With so many things you need to do during the Holiday, there sure are many bacterias and germs you can catch around. If these harmful bacteria get in contact with your face, it may cause irritation and breakouts. Our Acne Stop Facial Cleanser will help you get rid of any harmful irritants you can come across during the holiday season.

Stay Hydrated
We usually indulge in holiday drinks during parties but a couple extra cocktails can make you dehydrated and can take a toll on your skin's appearance. If you can't avoid alcohol, drink water whenever you can so you still stay hydrated. Being hydrated is very essential to maintain a glowing look. Also, remember to hydrate on the outside of your skin by applying a moisturizer or a serum. Check out our Cell Repair Serum that replenishes your skin with a burst of intense and lasting hydration.


Get a Good Night Sleep
You’re rushing over a lot of things so we often sacrifice our sleeping hours. But neglecting a good night sleep can cause not only health but beauty related problems in the future. When you’re sleep deprived, our body produces more stress hormones that are responsible for skin conditions such as acne breakouts. Lack of sleep also makes you look tired and fatigued and will manifest in your eyes. Combat your tired-looking puffy eyes with a good eye cream that can revitalize your whole look. See our Revitalizing Eye Cream for your option.

Don’t Skip Your Skin Care Ritual
Since it is a special occasion, we usually apply more makeup during the Holiday. And that is the more reason why your skin care regimen shouldn’t be taken for granted. Always remember in order to maintain a glowing and healthy skin, we have to be consistent in taking care of it. So the holiday shouldn’t be an excuse. It can sure save you a few minutes, but your skin will thank you one day for not skipping your skincare routine.

Another important note is that your skin care ritual shouldn't only be about cleansing, moisturizing etc. You should also make it a point to make sure that whatever you put on your face is clean. Make it a habit to change your face towels every day and keep your makeup brushes clean. That is important in making sure we don't expose ourselves to harmful germs and bacteria that may lead to horrible acne breakouts. Good thing we have our Electric Brush Cleaner that can help you easily clean and dry your brushes while dealing with the holiday rush.

Detox Your Skin
After all the Holiday stress, your skin deserves a proper detox to pull out impurities that make your complexion look dull and tired because of the holiday events. Detoxing your skin can be done in many ways, either thru exercise, diet or skin care products. Deep cleaning like eating more fruits and vegetables can help your skin by flushing out toxins from the inside. Or you can opt for a good facial mask can help you out in giving your skin a good cleansing. Choose a mask that leaves your skin feeling fresh, hydrated, and smooth while cleansing. Take a look at our best selling Acne Stop Facial Mask that leaves skin feeling smooth and looking radiant - all while fighting stubborn acne!

We are all beauty offenders every Holiday coz what matters most is the time we spend with our loved ones. But we hope this real quick tips can help you keep your skin looking its best throughout the season. Have a Fabulous Christmas and a Glamorous New Year to you Gorgeous!

For those of us who want to be sure our makeup is always perfect, having the right vanity mirror is an important, if not vital accessory.  In selecting that mirror, we want to be sure we’re getting the best, and most accurate reflective surface for our money.

Here are some things to be aware of when searching for a vanity mirror:

Natural Light
The importance of having natural lighting as part of your vanity mirror cannot be overstated.  Nothing offers more accurate natural light than the sun, but even that illumination, coming from a single direction can cause problems with shadows and unnatural highlighting.
For the best makeup application, you need ambient, diffused lighting.  This is how you avoid mistakes coming from simple errors with light.

A proper vanity mirror offers light from all sides, not just from the top.  This allows proper makeup application that looks great both indoors and out. And LED lights, such as those in our mirror last a long time and give you the most natural-looking light.
An additional advantage of a quality vanity mirror is that it can be used in any room, even where there is insufficient regular illumination.

Adjustable Lighting
You want your makeup to look right in the intended lighting.  The harsh fluorescent lights of an office are far different than the lighting in a romantic restaurant or club.  This is why it’s important to get a vanity mirror with lights that are fully adjustable for brightness and for warmth.

The Quality of the Light
Doing your makeup under harsh, bright, unnatural lighting defeats the purpose of having a vanity mirror at all.  The Estala luxury mirror gives off no harsh, unnatural light, the way some mirrors do. Instead, it offers softly diffused light that perfectly imitates natural lighting.  

Want to Experiment?
A quality, lighted vanity mirror allows you to try out new makeup and new looks with confidence, knowing you have just the right lighting to do it properly.  In the wrong light, you may not know whether the makeup turned out the way you intended or not.

Store Your Settings
Look for a mirror with a memory.  There may be times (like every day) that you need to put on your makeup in a hurry.  A lighting memory function stores your personalized setting information, offering you the perfect makeup light quickly and easily, every time.

No more streaky foundation or other makeup mishaps.  With the right vanity mirror, you’ll feel and look like a celebrity every time you leave the house.

If you are in search of a perfect Vanity Mirror for your daily makeup and skincare routine, Estala Skin Care has a top quality Holywood Vanity Mirror that has all the features you will ever need for your perfect makeup light.

The secret in achieving a flawless makeup application is having the right tools and knowing what they are for. Knowing what are your makeup brushes for is your ticket to having a completely flawless looking makeup. Professional Makeup brushes come in different shapes, sizes, and purpose. Today we prepare a short but informative read about the types of makeup brushes to help you out in achieving that perfect look using your makeup brushes.

Foundation Brush

You might not be using the other types of brushes, but a foundation brush is always a must-have. Its main function is to facilitate a smooth application of either your cream or liquid foundation which is the base of your makeup application. A top quality foundation brush will help for a streak-free application and will blend your foundation evenly and smoothly without the cakey look.

Concealer Brush

A concealer brush is what you use to hide those small spots or blemishes on your face. This brush helps to even out the concealer on the face to make it look more natural. For a perfect spot correction, use a concealer brush by patting it onto the skin and not by moving it around trying to blend it out. Just a simple pat could conceal the area. A concealer brush can also be helpful in cleaning up messy lipstick or brow edges.

Round Concealer

A round concealer brush is what we use for buffing and smoothing concealers we put to under-eye circles and make it easy to blend around the contours of the face. The skin around the eyes are far more delicate than the rest of the face, so we recommend putting a hydrating eye cream before concealing your dark circles. Check out our Revitalizing Eye Cream for your eye cream options.

Coverage Concealer Brush

This type of brush is designed to provide full coverage as needed when applying concealers. It is very helpful in trying to conceal scars, blemishes and other dark spots. Its tapered shape allows a precise application to small areas of our face building enough coverage to conceal imperfections easily.

Angle Brush

The Angle Brush is basically used for contouring and blending. Its angled shape allows a more precise shading and the slanted bristles give a more controlled contouring, especially on your cheekbones.

Eyeshadow Brush

An eyeshadow brush gives a more precise eyeshadow application onto your eyelid. Whether a cream or powder eyeshadow, a good brush will help you in getting the exact amount and apply it evenly onto the eyelid with a minimal fallout.

Flat Brow Brush

Everybody wants that perfect eyebrow right? This flat brow brush can make it possible! Use it to apply brow powder or brow gel and its flat and even tip will give you a defined and precise looking eyebrows.

Smudge Brush

A Smudge brush is used in the areas around the eyes. This curved brush is perfect for extreme concentration when blending colors, smudging lines, contouring and is perfect for enhancing definition around the eyes. Use it to smudge an area to create a smoky eye or to soften the eyeliner along the entire lash line for a sultry look.

Brow Comb and Eyelash Brush

Use this to tame your eyelash and brows when you’ve filled them in with too much make up. Use the brow comb to separate lashes or removing extra mascara, and the eyelash brush to brush out unruly brows.

Lip Brush

You can apply a lipstick directly into your lips but if you want to achieve a precise and perfectly lined up lips, you should use a lip brush. Use it to perfectly apply a lipstick or a lip liner on to the lips. It actually helps in blending the two. Lip brushes are made to apply lipstick with optimum control and better precision resulting in a budge-proof application.

Powder Brush

The main use of a Powder Brush is for putting loose or pressed powder into your face without smudging your foundation or other products you applied on your face. Its long and fluffy bristles evenly diffuse the powder throughout your face and it can also be used in applying a blush.  

Flat Kabuki Brush

A Flat Kabuki Brush is best when applying bronzers and mineral powder foundation. This big brush is totally helpful for an even distribution of the powder across your face or even on your body. Its unique design helps a lot in blending powdered makeup evenly on the skin that results to a natural looking coverage.

Important note. Knowing what your brushes are used for isn’t enough if you don’t clean them regularly. HIDING IN THE BRISTLES OF YOUR BRUSHES ARE LEFTOVER MAKEUP, HARMFUL IRRITANTS & ACNE-CAUSING BACTERIA that can hinder a healthy and beautiful skin. So it is very important that you keep them clean too! Check out our Luxury Makeup Brush Cleaner to help you out with the process of brush cleaning. Our electric brush cleaner cleans your makeup brush set with a THOROUGHNESS and helps in REMOVING BUILDUP FROM BRUSH TIP TO BASE—WITH NO BREAKAGE. It’s LIKE HAVING A BRAND NEW SET!

As always, we hope this article has been a big help in your beauty and skin care journey.  We at Estala longs to give useful and helpful information to you lovely ladies so you always look good & feel good, no matter what.