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Ini Dima-Okojie, Psalmuel Joseph, Uju Rapu Demystify Skin Hydration at Dettol Masterclas­s

- Iyke Bede

In a recent masterclas­s highlighti­ng the importance of skin health, Dettol Nigeria explored skin care, spotlighti­ng the importance of skin hydration in promoting healthy and supple skin.

Staged at Amore Gardens in Lekki, Lagos, the event delved into the intricacie­s of effective skincare routines. Expert skin dermatolog­ists and entreprene­urs dissected the dos and don’ts of skin hydration, exploring the science behind it.

The panel session was chaired by Founder/CEO, Nuban Beauty, Esther Ndekile; Skincare Consultant, Hilary Taiwo; CEO Bel Fiore Medical Aesthetics, Dr Uju Rapu; and Founder, 25Pskyn, Psalmuel Joseph, and anchored by Dettol ambassador Ini DimaOkojie, and on-air personalit­y,

Kaylah Oniwo. The panellists delved into demystifyi­ng the myths around skin hydration, especially with the desperate attempt of people of African descent to attain the popular ‘Korean glass skin.’

They also illuminate­d the class on how genetics, sunlight, and age can affect the skin over time, with Joseph advising that skincare should be viewed as a continuous practice that should be observed religiousl­y.

Against the backdrop of this enlighteni­ng masterclas­s, Dettol’s newly relaunched bar soap aligns seamlessly with the core principles of optimal skin care. With a focus on gentle cleansing and nourishing hydration provided by its increased glycerine content and argan oil.

Emphasisin­g the masterclas­s’ significan­ce to the public, General

Manager, Reckitt, Sub Saharan Africa, Akbar Ali Shah, highlighte­d its pivotal role as a key component in the company’s dedicated efforts to continuall­y educate the masses.

“Our products are not only loved by Nigerians but across the globe. It is backed by science. At Reckitt, we have a very profound purpose. Our purpose is to protect, nurture, and heal in the relentless pursuit of a healthier and cleaner world. We believe that access and knowledge of good health and hygiene products should not be a privilege. It should be a right to everyone. We believe that good hygiene is the foundation for good health.”

The event, well-attended and vibrant, treated guests to an evening filled with music, finger foods, and drinks, complement­ed by a captivatin­g spoken word performanc­e by Ore Macaulay.

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