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Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician

My name is Simone and I am a certified skin specialist. I created this website to teach my readers how to take great care of their skin and I also like to occasionally share my honest opinions on skincare products I've tried. You can learn more about me here.

5 Side Effects Of Cocaine On The Skin

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
cocaine effects on the skin

Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that transiently accelerates your levels of alertness, attention, and physical energy. It is derived from the leaves of the coca plant, which is native to South America and grows in places like Colombia, Peru, and Bolivia. The processing of this drug involves many other chemicals … Read more

Categories Beauty

Skincare After Getting A Tattoo (4 Things You Should Know)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
skincare after a tattoo

Whether you like them or absolutely dread them, tattoos are here to stay. Literally.  While tattoos have been around for some time now, with firm evidence showing that tattooing is an ancient art, there are still divided opinions on how good or bad it is to get a tattoo. There are … Read more

Categories Beauty

What Is Congested Skin (& How To Clear It Quickly)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
how to clear congested skin

While some people can get through life without ever having to deal with clogged pores, dull complexion, and annoying breakouts, the majority of us are not so lucky. Having congested skin is a harmless but annoying cosmetic condition that is particularly common in young adults while going through hormonal changes. … Read more

Categories Acne Prone

3 Nasty Effects Of Sugar On The Skin (Revealed By An Esthetician)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
the effects of sugar on the skin

I know it, you know it, and everyone else knows it. Sugar is just bad for our health. There is way too much scientific research and studies that have been done to prove this. But even besides that, many of us still rely on quick, processed foods to replace our … Read more

Categories Beauty

5 Effects Of Stress On The Skin (& How To Deal With It)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
Effects Of Stress On The Skin

Have you ever noticed your skin suddenly starts acting up when you’re stressed? Acne breakouts, flare-ups, and rashes tend to become worse when you are going through a stressful period and this is quite a common occurrence. I am quietly sipping on my glass of water while I’m putting the … Read more

Categories Beauty

7 Natural Remedies For Eczema You Can Try

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
Natural Remedies For Eczema

Living with eczema has probably made you go back and forth looking for answers on how to control this common condition many times. Searching for relief from dry, red, and itchy skin has probably even made you try a variety of products. Unfortunately, some of these might have left your … Read more

Categories Dry skin

7 Summer Makeup Tips For The Perfect Look

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
summer make up tips

Nothing says summer quite like sweating profusely in the scorching heat. The heat continually gets in the way of our beauty game in summer, and we all know how this can make us look like a hot mess every once and again. And while we are all set and ready … Read more

Categories Beauty

When Should You Start Using Retinol?

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
when should you start using retinol

Our skin starts to show signs of premature aging as we enter our 20s. The free radical damage of pollution and the sun causes the cells that produce collagen in our skin to break down. The skin starts to lose elasticity and wrinkles and spots may appear due to sun … Read more

Categories Beauty

The Best Skincare Routine For Your 30s

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
the best skincare routine for your 30s

The skin naturally undergoes many changes as we age. When you say goodbye to your 20s and welcome a new decade of life, it is time to start paying closer attention to the skincare habits you have and the products you rely on. In this article, I will start by … Read more

Categories Mature Skin

5 Simple Hygiene Tips To Prevent Acne

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
always wash your face when you are dealing with acne

Acne is a chronic, inflammatory, and common skin condition affecting millions of people in the world. Acne happens when our sebaceous glands produce an oily liquid called sebum and this substance is what keeps our skin lubricated and prevents moisture from evaporating through the pores. Sebum also carries dead skin … Read more

Categories Acne Prone

8 Reasons Why You Should Get Regular Facials

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
8 Reasons Why You Should Get Regular Facials

Your face is the most uncovered area of your body and it is always out in the open, exposed to the elements such as sun, wind, and cold. These environmental factors are always present and are actively damaging and disturbing our skin. The most prominent environmental factor leading to skin … Read more

Categories Beauty

3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Coconut Oil On Your Face

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
why you shouldn't use coconut oil on your face

Coconut oil in the skincare community is considered to be something of a miracle beauty product and several studies have shown that coconut oil is beneficial for skin health. This is one of the few products that you don’t really hear a bad word about and it is often used … Read more

Categories Beauty, Ingredients, Skin Care

A Skincare Regimen For Men (Simple-Yet-Effective)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
SIMPLE SKINCARE FOR MEN

With so many questions surrounding men’s skincare – and so many options to choose from – it rarely comes as a surprise that men tend to neglect to look after their skin. Having a good skin care regimen is one of the best habits you can get into as this … Read more

Categories Beauty, Dry skin, Oily Skin, Skin Care

How To Do Dermaplaning At Home (Everything You Need To Know)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
how to do dermaplaning at home

There is a huge variety of facial treatments that help maintain personal appearance. Some of these are strictly done by estheticians; however, there are others you can do from the comfort of your own home.  Dermaplaning is a treatment that has been all the buzz lately and while you can … Read more

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Welcome! My name is Simone Sydel and I am a certified skin specialist.

I created this website to teach my readers how to take great care of their skin.

Occasionally I also share my honest opinions on skincare products I’ve tried.

You can learn more about me here and you can also follow me on Twitter. 

– Simone Sydel.

PS: If you have oily/acne-prone skin, you should check out my ingredients handbook for acne-prone skin.

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