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Calming Ingredients for Skin: 10 Soothing Botanicals

Want to bring your skin out of the red and into the blue. Then these super soothing botanical extracts, could be the answer your looking for.READ MORE
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How Do Surfactants Reduce Surface Tension? The Science Explained

By Samantha Miller, Clinical Skin Therapist & Founder of The Naked Chemist | Updated: June 2026 Ever wondered what actually makes your cleanser foam up and lift away the day? The answer is surfactants — the clever little molecules behind the bubbles. And the secret to how they clean comes down to one thing: their […]READ MORE
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Red Patches on Skin: 7 Proven Causes and How to Treat Them

By Samantha Miller, Clinical Esthetician & Founder of The Naked Chemist | Updated: June 2026 It starts subtly. A slight tingling on your cheeks. A patch of redness that wasn’t there yesterday. You change your moisturiser, strip back your routine, try a calming serum, yet your skin feels worse. Red patches on skin are among […]READ MORE
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Best Red Light Therapy at Home Treatment in 2024

Red light therapy is having a serious moment. It’s noninvasive. It’s science-backed. And it’s transforming skincare and wellness routines around the world. Using red and near-infrared light, this treatment penetrates your skin. It also boosts collagen, soothes pain, improves sleep, and improves mood. No needles. No downtime. Just results. With FDA approval and growing clinical […]READ MORE
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Allantoin Within A Formula and What Ingredient Goes in What Phase

If you are wanting to make skin care products, this article will help you understand the different phases and what ingredients work best.READ MORE
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An Interview with Samantha, Founder of The Naked Chemist

Transforming Skin Is My Calling Transforming skin isn’t just my work—it’s my passion. It’s my purpose. There’s no Plan B. My waiting list is currently closed. But that hasn’t stopped the growing interest in the skin health revolution I’m leading. So today, I’m opening up about the journey behind The Naked Chemist. What drives me, […]READ MORE
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Cocoa Butter for Skin: Rosacea, Eczema & Healing Benefits

Protecting, skin softening and a powerful antioxidant - these are just some of the benefits of this versatile ingredient, Cocoa Butter.READ MORE
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Improve Your Physcial Fitness With Les Mills Body Body Combat Classes

Physical activity is a powerful tool for enhancing both physical and mental well-being. Incorporating regular movement into your routine is important It can increase strength, boost cardiovascular health, reduce stress, and improve overall energy levels. Les Mills Body Combat classes are a great way to tone Join us to discuss how physical exercise and body […]READ MORE
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Quench: The Hydrating Overnight Mask Your Skin Will Thank You For

At The Naked Chemist, we’ve bottled a little beauty secret — and we call it Quench. This cooling overnight moisturising mask floods your skin with a continuous veil of hydration. Lightweight and ultra-cushiony, it envelops your skin in a refreshing gel that plumps, soothes, and revitalises — all while you sleep. Formulated with a potent […]READ MORE

15 Best Acrylic Nails Design

Acrylic nail design is popular if you want long, beautiful nails. Many designs can be created with acrylic nails, and Instagram has excellent examples. This article will answer some common questions about acrylic nails and showcase 15 of the best nail designs on Instagram. What is Acrylic Nail Design? Acrylic nails are one of the […]READ MORE
What is urea in skincare — a barrier-supporting ingredient that hydrates and exfoliates

What Is Urea? The Quiet Skincare Powerhouse for Your Barrier

Urea is a naturally-occurring substance found in the surface layer of our skin, and is an active part of our natural moisturising factor (NMF), which functions to keep skin hydrated, protected, and working efficiently.READ MORE
Uses and Benefits of Coconut Oil for Skin

10 Coconut Oil Benefits to Take Your Skin from Dry to Glowing

The benefits of coconut oil are numerous; it has great film-forming properties, which is why it is used for its protection.
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Natural Mineral Makeup for Acne Prone & Sensitive Skin

By Samantha Miller, Clinical Esthetician & Founder of The Naked Chemist | Updated: June 2026 Are you prone to breakouts? Or maybe your skin flares up with inflammation the moment you apply conventional makeup? If so, you already know that what you put on your skin matters. The good news is that natural mineral makeup […]READ MORE
Woman examining her skin for sebaceous filaments — The Naked Chemist guide to sebaceous filaments treatment

Sebaceous Filaments: Causes and How to Reduce Them

By Samantha Miller, Clinical Esthetician & Founder of Naked Chemist | Updated: June 2026 My pores are clogged and oozing oil. No matter what I do, I can’t get it under control.” That email came from a client last year — and it’s one I’ve received hundreds of times over 30 years in the clinic. […]READ MORE
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10 Skin Care Hacks to Stop Pimples and Prevent Acne

Do you suffer from acne? If so, you’re not alone. Acne is the most common skin condition, affecting up to 50 million people in the USA alone. This handy guide and our free ebook cover the different pathways and how to prevent acne. how to balance your oily skin and minimise those enlarged pores the […]READ MORE
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10 Best Essential Oils for a Magical Holiday Season

The holiday season is a time of joy, warmth, and celebration. It’s a time when families and friends come together to create magical memories that last a lifetime. Consider incorporating them into your holiday traditions to enhance your holiday experience and infuse your festivities with an extra touch of magic. These aromatic wonders can transform […]READ MORE
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Curly Hair Care for Men: Why It Starts at the Scalp

Here’s something most men’s grooming advice quietly skips over: your curls don’t start at your hair. They start at your scalp — and your scalp is skin. After thirty years with my hands on skin. I can tell you the same barrier-first rules that calm a reactive face are the ones that grow healthy, defined […]READ MORE
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The Ultimate 10 Step Skincare Routine for Healthy Skin

Want to know how to get healthy skin? First, you must start with a a good skincare routine to ensure optimal absorption of ingredients.READ MORE
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Microneedling Ruined My Skin? What’s Really Happening

Microneedling punctures your skin and undermines your skin’s protective barrier, causing sudden changes in the structure of your skin that it then needs to repair.READ MORE
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Glycerine for Skin: The Hydration Hero for Barrier Repair

If you're keen to know what Glycerine is and its benefits, this article offers a guide on Glycerine and it's many varied uses in skin care.READ MORE