Skincare
Every Vacation Essential This Editor's Packing for a Bon Voyage
August 12, 2024
Packing for a holiday can be such a daunting task: you never know what you might need while on your vacay, or what items will just end up as dead weight in your luggage. I’ve certainly made mistakes in the past when it comes to striking a balance, but through trial and error, I’ve perfected the art of packing for a tropical summer holiday. Below is my must-have full-body checklist of items that have proven their worth and will definitely be joining me on my next adventure, featuring ...
Editor's Pick: Best K-Beauty Skincare of the 2024 Mid-Year Hwahae Awards
August 08, 2024
Gather round, VANA community, the 2024 Mid-Year Hwahae Awards have dropped! ICYDK, Hwahae is a Korean beauty platform that helps users find the best beauty for their skin type and concerns. This season they’ve dropped their Mid-Year Hwahae Awards, featuring the best product of each skincare category as voted for by their audience – sound familiar? *wink* After taking a deep dive into the full winners list, we’ve compiled a selection of editor’s picks to let you know about the must-trys and ...
Cut Shine Quick: How to Control Excess Oil and Greasiness
August 06, 2024
Excess sebum can be the result of a number of factors, including weather, hormones or stress levels. You’ll notice it when your skin starts to sport excess greasiness and shine, and if this is you, you’ve likely landed here looking for solutions. Take this as your guide to controlling and handling excess sebum, as we share easy and practical tips to implement into your daily skincare routine for clearing away buildup, impurities and unwanted oils. The goal is to achieve a balanced ...
Why Mineral Sunscreen is the Gold Standard for Sensitive Skin
August 02, 2024
Sunscreens don’t only come in different forms, but also use different filters. You’ve likely come across the choice of chemical and mineral sunscreen, and may have been confused between the 2 types that use different types of filters in their formula makeup. Take this as your cheat sheet to understanding mineral sunscreen, who should use this type of SPF, and the best K-beauty formulas to add to your everyday routine. Once you’re done reading, you’ll be a master in ...
Make This Semester a Breeze with Our Top 10 Back to School Staples
July 31, 2024
As we head towards the end of the summer, we enter an exciting chapter of the year: back to school season! A new school year brings endless opportunities to unlock your full potential in all areas of your life, and just because it means the start of 8am call times, it doesn’t have to be all bad. One perk of starting a new semester is shopping for your back to school staples, and yes, skincare, makeup and hair & body care DO count as essentials. Below are our top 10 editor-approved staples to ...
How to Achieve Your Smoothest Summer Skin From Head to Toe
July 25, 2024
Through the hustle and bustle of the summer season, full body care might be at the back of your mind. After all, with all the beach fun and outdoor picnics to look forward to, no one can blame you if you’re forgetting to moisturize your body everyday. That being said, both face and body are prone to becoming dry and dull when the weather reaches peak temps; if you’re noticing cracking, peeling or tight skin, your body’s sending you a clear message that it’s in need of some TLC. Below are our ...
6 After Sun Care Tips to Rejuvenate Your Skin
July 23, 2024
6 After Sun Care Tips to Rejuvenate Your Skin
It's easy to get lost in the fun when you're enjoying the best (and probably the hottest) summer of your life. But, like a tale as old as time, sunburn happens. No matter how many careful precautions we take or how many sun protection VANA blog posts we read, sometimes we end up with burnt or dried-out skin. Like always, we've always got you covered! Keep scrolling to learn some useful tips for caring for your sun-kissed skin and pamper ...
The In-Flight Beauty Routine to Look and Feel Fresh While Travelling
July 17, 2024
Travel is well and truly back, and there’s no doubt you’ve either already booked your next trip or are in the process of doing so. Whenever we think of the plane, however, we’re a little bit wary: stale cabin air and low humidity can wreak havoc on your skin, causing it to become dry, dull and even puffy. These issues are virtually unavoidable, regardless of if you’re flying long haul or short, so it’s necessary to gear yourself up with a routine that can help you ...
STYLEVANA Exclusive: Breaking Down the NEW Radiant Summer Stack VANA Box
July 15, 2024
Summer is the prime time to shine, and our brand new Radiant Summer Stack VANA Box is guaranteed to get you to your best and brightest state! The new-joiner of our exclusive VANA Box collection serves up 6 routine staples from Isntree, Purito SEOUL and more to upgrade your skincare and makeup regimens, fostering clear, clarified skin and securing your easy signature MOTD look. With savings of OVER 50% OFF, you’re saving big and scoring major bang for your buck. Join us as we break down the full ...
If You Like That SPF, We're Pretty Sure You'll Love This
July 04, 2024
These days, there’s absolutely no escaping sunscreen and the importance of using it daily. It’s always been an integral part of the skincare routine and we’re more than happy to dole out the reminders whenever needed to protect your skin from sun damage and the consequential skin concerns. At Stylevana HQ we’re constantly playing around with all types of SPF formulas, getting to know the ins and outs of each to let you know which ones are right for your skin type and ...