I don't skip my usual morning walk during Ramadhan month. I am doing this for health reasons. So far so good. I don't really feel tired because of the fasting. Just like usual morning routine. One Auntie trying to make a conversation with me. I saw her a few times during my usual morning walk. Auntie : Amoi! Long time no see you exercise? Huh? Eh? Me : I also long time never see you, Auntie! I every morning oso here making my usual rounds. Auntie : Ya ka? Me : Ya lor... Auntie : I hurt my knee sometimes. Me : Oh... Hope you OK now. Auntie : Aiya.. Me old Ah soh. Me : hehehe... Bye Auntie. Continue my walk. I was at my 4km and has 1km more to go to 5km. Then as usual finish off another 2km with some cardio with outdoor exercise equipment. What puzzled me was... Why that Auntie started conversations with long time didn't see me exercise, when she is the one who miss out on her routine. I feel a bit insulted by that question. Hahahaha... I know... I know... I ...
In general, most people are advised to start using retinol in their mid-20s. Why do we need retinol for our skin? Well, this is because collagen and elastin production starts to slow down. Adding retinol into our skincare routine at age of 25 to 30 is the perfect time to slow down the ageing process. So, what is retinol that people are hyping about? In short, retinol is a topical product containing a vitamin A derivative. Technically speaking a type of retinoid which works to increase collagen production. It helps to treat acne, and blackheads and is also ideal to improve skincare texture such as minimising fine lines, and wrinkles and brightening dull skin. Personally, I am a beginner in adding Retinol into my skincare routine. At the age of 47 years old. I guess, am afraid to start one because I read many side effects if use it wrong. What is the side effect if you use retinol wrong? Retinols can increase your skin's sensitivity to sunlight. So, it is advisable to apply th...