We’ve all seen plenty of Instagram tutorials with makeup tricks that can change your skin and even your face! But what if I tell you that you can look radiant and with flawless skin without all that makeup too? The trick here is not what you have to do but what you should never do … Read more
I’ve been discovering many new beauty tricks on social media and I love it. It saves me a lot of time and surely, it’s fun. Except some of these tricks seem kind of dangerous and that made me question what dermatologists say about them. That’s why I’ve done my research and I am breaking down … Read more
In our never-ending quest for healthy, glowy skin, and among all the skincare trends that come and go, I’m asking myself, can beauty supplements really improve my skin? Like magic pills, oral supplements containing vitamins, biotin, hyaluronic acid and collagen, unite the beauty and wellness worlds and promise to turn back the clock and promote … Read more
Dry, scaly skin is a real problem for many women. During winter, some of us get a kind of snake’s skin on the legs, flaky and dull. So how to get moisturised skin and glossy, smooth legs ready for summer skirts and shorts in record time? What makes your skin dry? During the cold months, … Read more
After the Gua-Sha and jade rollers, microneedling, and high-tec electronic facial massagers, the new skincare tool you must try is called The Facialift. Trust me, your skin will thank you! The Facialift is an ingenious facial tool created by the massaging queen, Sarah Chapman. In short, she is the facialist of Victoria Beckham, Meghan Markle, … Read more
You’re surely dreaming of some beautiful beach, or maybe you’re planning to spend some time near a lake, to relax while you sunbathe. No matter where you go on the next sunny days, there’s one essential item you mustn’t forget: your best SPF sunscreen to keep your skin protected. We all know by now that … Read more
Our interest in skincare seems to have grown during the pandemic. In fact, online sales rose last year, and women and more and more avid to try new high-tech skincare tools. Maybe it’s because we have more time by ourselves to dedicate to skincare routines like the Korean 10 Steps with its oils, toners, and … Read more
There’s one skincare miracle ingredient that’s been overlooked and hasn’t been praised enough, Urea, the best moisturiser for your skin. Urea is a natural compound produced by our bodies when metabolising protein. Super-efficient, this moisturiser is also among the best for exfoliating skin. What happens to skin as we age Urea works on both external … Read more
Like millions of people out there, I love watching youtube videos with skincare reviews, hair products reviews and, of course, tutorials. But not all of them are trustful opinions. Influencers and Youtubers have to make a life out of it, and their advertising contracts can dictate their views. Having said that, we want to make … Read more
Among all the strange beauty treatments women may try, the Vampire Facial is probably the most popular right now. The scary-sounding name and that Kim Kardashian selfie with the face covered in blood spots doesn’t seem to deter celebrities and Instagrammers in search of perfect skin. What is the Vampire Facial? First of all, despite … Read more
We are huge fans of the black, hot and strong brew, and in our defence, read this article and you’ll see that the endless benefits of coffee are incredible. Actually, the term “fans” might even be a slight understatement as coffee is literally our elixir of life. Everybody here at Notorious HQ starts the day … Read more
Considered by many as miracle water, there are many reasons why we all should drink coconut water every day. Having grown up in Brazil, as a teenager, coconut water was my first choice to quench the thirst without putting on weight. As a matter of fact, my friends and I used to love sipping the … Read more
Halle Berry shared her secret to having a wonderful skin; a homemade face mask. The ex-Cat Woman, Bond girl and John Wick 3 star posted on Instagram a bathroom selfie showing her smiling face and neck covered in a white cream mask. Then, Berry listed the ingredients and explained how to prepare the homemade face … Read more
Cleopatra was well known for her legendary political skills and beauty, a combination that helped her being one of the most powerful women in history. The seductive queen, who lived through political and amorous wars with kings and soldiers like Julio César and Marco Antonio, had a strict ritual of beauty. Following this adventurous life, … Read more
If there is a superfood, that can cure almost everything in our body, then there is also a super beauty ingredient. It means a natural element that can work wonders on us from head to toe. One of these graces of nature is coconut oil. And in this video, we present 8 coconut oil benefits … Read more
For most of us mortals, to get a flawless complexion is more complicated than solving math equations, especially when you’re not in your twenties anymore. Luckily, there are a few changes you can make in your skincare routine that will result in healthy-looking skin and a radiant complexion. The first two steps consist of very … Read more
The new season is here, but it’s not all about Autumn and cooler temperatures. For me, September is a back-to-reality season. Back to urban life, when the alarm clock starts much earlier than you are prepared for, and it’s time to hurried breakfasts once more. The office is full again, schools send you a massive … Read more
It is common for expecting women to glow during their pregnancies, but the way the Duchess of Sussex’s skin is sparkling and radiant is so fantastic that it made us want to find out what is Meghan Markle’s beauty secret behind such beautiful skin. Is she following a specific diet? Is it a makeup illusion? … Read more
You’ve probably heard this name before. It’s everywhere. Cica is on labels of moisturizers, serums, face masks, CC creams, toners, you name it. But what exactly is it, and are the trendy Cica creams and serums for everyone? What is Cica? Cica is short for Centella Asiatica. The powerful medicinal herb is also known as Tiger … Read more
