How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician 
The Paula’s Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 has been on my daily repertoire and it’s funny how I actually bought this product by mistake but ended up liking it a lot. Don’t you just love it when that happens? Here’s my in-depth Paula’s Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense … Read more
Running a skincare blog allows me to test countless products, despite the occasional drawbacks. Sometimes, they cause breakouts, peel, or don’t work at all, leading to disappointment. However, occasionally, I discover a standout product that addresses stubborn skin issues, and I eagerly share these findings with my readers. Today, I’ll … Read more
The Ordinary and Paula’s Choice are two of the most popular skincare brands in today’s market. The two companies have similar products; however, their formulations and ingredients are vastly different. The Ordinary is popular due to their low prices and affordable but effective products; however, they are also known for … Read more
While essential oils are often celebrated for their healing properties, their impact on acne-prone skin may not be as positive as many may think. Although natural, essential oils are considered a potent sensitizing agent that can exacerbate existing acne breakouts and trigger new flare-ups. And although the use of essential … Read more
While some believe that drinking water can improve skin health, others argue that it has little to no impact on the skin’s appearance. However, it turns out that drinking more water can bring you a step closer to clear skin, and the way water works once it’s inside the body … Read more
Everyone always wants to look their best and it is what skincare and makeup companies are counting on. Therefore, it is not a surprise that the beauty industry is generating billions of dollars yearly. Currently, the global beauty industry is worth $500 billion and is growing faster today than ever … Read more
Taking care of your skin while traveling can be a challenge considering the changing climates, long flights, and busy schedules, which can all take a toll on its health and appearance. But, with the right products and a few maintenance tips, you can ensure your complexion remains clear, healthy, and … Read more
If you are on a quest for a younger-looking, smoother, and brighter complexion, you have probably heard of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs). However, while famous for their skin-rejuvenating effect, alpha-hydroxy acids are also known for causing side effects such as dryness, redness, irritation, flaking, and increased sensitivity to sunlight. So, what’s … Read more
As soon as the temperature drops, many start to notice a tight and stretched feeling on the face, flaking and peeling on the knees and elbows, and even cracking on the hands and feet. For some people, the problem is even worse than just a general tight and dry feeling; … Read more
The burgeoning trend of natural skincare, featuring homemade face masks, coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, and other “organic” remedies, has swept the beauty industry, promising glowing, blemish-free skin. This wave of interest in natural and organic skincare products is largely driven by the desire to avoid the “bad chemicals” and … Read more
Dark spots, wrinkles, dullness, and acne scars are skincare issues that many people are looking to overcome, therefore, the good news is that many over-the-counter products nowadays include ingredients that address these specific concerns. Mandelic acid is one that falls in the category of these beneficial ingredients, therefore this is … Read more
Loved by both veteran K-beauty fans and casual skincare enthusiasts, COSRX is a Korean brand known for producing some of the country’s best products. The company consistently sticks to its simple philosophy, defining itself as an ingredient-oriented brand that aims to produce efficient skincare products with minimal ingredients. Moreover, another … Read more
As soon as you start thinking you’ve somewhat figured out what works for you when it comes to skincare products, there comes the Korean beauty craze with the 10-step skincare routine. Naturally, you are curious about it, especially when you see that flawless, luminous skin your favorite beauty influencer flaunts … Read more
If you recently started noticing small, flesh-colored bumps on your forehead, you might be dealing with subclinical acne. Subclinical acne is not a term that’s frequently mentioned, and there isn’t much information about this condition online. This type of acne doesn’t manifest the usual blackheads or whiteheads, but instead, it … Read more
Deciding how long to keep that miracle serum that saved your skin when you needed it or when to toss your go-to sunscreen can be confusing, and we’ve all been there. Experts urge that hanging on to beauty products past their prime isn’t a good idea, but how bad can … Read more
Just like some ingredients in cosmetic products can wreck our skin and cause acne, others can relieve and soothe acne and help improve our skin’s health and appearance. Therefore, in this article, I will list the most beneficial skincare ingredients for acne that you need to add to your regimen … Read more
Toners have come a long way from being acidic formulations designed to dry out acne and reset your skin’s pH balance after cleansing. Today, they have evolved into versatile solutions that not only eliminate impurities accumulated on the skin’s surface but also remedy and nourish dry and dehydrated skin and … Read more
Exfoliation is an important step that happens regularly in a good skincare regimen. However, the tricky thing about achieving glowing skin with exfoliation is finding the right product and frequency that will ensure your skin remains healthy and not over-exfoliated, which can lead to barrier damage and symptoms such as … Read more
Dealing with acne-prone skin and finding the right cleanser are two challenges that often go hand in hand. This is because it all comes down to balancing between cleansers that nourish your skin without clogging pores and those that target acne without damaging your skin barrier. Therefore, if you have … Read more
If you shave then you most likely have dealt with razor burn. Shaving is an easy, fast, and affordable way to remove unwanted hair, but it can cause redness, irritation, and bumps on your skin. Razor burn can occur anywhere you shave and have annoying side effects. Read on to … Read more