How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
Azelaic acid is an ingredient that can help refine skin texture, soothe redness, reduce acne, and fade hyperpigmentation. Microneedling, on the other hand, is a medical procedure that involves creating tiny punctures in the skin to stimulate new collagen production and helps improve skin texture, tone, and elasticity. So the … Read more
Azelaic acid and niacinamide are two excellent ingredients that can be mixed to address various skin concerns and improve the skin’s health and appearance. From refining skin texture to clearing acne and brightening dark spots, this combo is definitely worth considering if you want to get the most out of … Read more
As an esthetician, I will never tire of trying and testing new skincare products. And I have been especially fond of everything that involves some kind of light therapy due to the effectiveness of this technology and its wide range of benefits. Therefore, I was ecstatic when a Current Body … Read more
DMK is a skincare brand founded by Danne Montague-King, a scientist that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products and utilizes enzymes to treat common skin woes. Now, this brand can only be purchased through a certified DMK professional due to the potent actives in the products and a … Read more
DMK is a skincare line founded by Danne Montague-King, a scientist that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products that contain harsh, aggressive ingredients to treat common skin woes and utilizes gentle enzymes to repair the skin barrier and remove imperfections. Each product of the brand can exclusively be … Read more
The Acne Solution: Your Ultimate Guide To Flawless Complexion
An extensive, no-nonsense course showing you how to never have acne again, from a licensed Esthetician specializing in oily/acne-prone skin.
DMK is a skincare line founded by Danne Montague-King, a scientist that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products and utilizes enzymes rather than aggressive ingredients to treat common skin woes. Each product of the brand can only be purchased through a certified DMK professional due to the potent … Read more
Tretinoin might be the gold standard for all things skin-related, but using it along with other actives can improve its action and accelerate the desired results. One excellent ingredient to be mixed with tretinoin is niacinamide, and the two together can achieve great results, including refining skin texture, clearing acne, … Read more
Retinol is one of the most popular ingredients in skincare products, praised for its ability to reduce wrinkles, boost cellular turnover, get rid of acne, and improve the skin’s appearance. But with so much hype around retinol, there is some confusion as to how it works and whether it can … Read more
Taking Accutane can definitely make your day-to-day decisions more challenging, no matter how small they might’ve seemed before starting the medication. For example, can you drink alcohol or smoke while on Accutane? What about eating certain foods or taking certain supplements? Now, I get it. There’s so much fuss around … Read more
Niacinamide and hyaluronic acid are two of the most popular ingredients in modern skincare products, hailed for the many benefits they offer for the skin. In combination, these two powerhouses can boost hydration levels, reduce inflammation, and strengthen the skin barrier, among other things. However, it’s important to know how … Read more
Tretinoin is one of the best topical treatments for wrinkles, fine lines, sun damage, and acne. It’s a form of vitamin A that helps to speed up your skin’s shedding process and encourages new skin cell production. With regular use, tretinoin can help to reduce or even eliminate wrinkles and … Read more
According to the World Health Organization, more than 100 million women around the world use the oral contraceptive – better known as the birth control pill. Of the 100 million women on the pill, roughly 60% take it for non-contraceptive reasons like painful periods, endometriosis, PCOS, and acne. While the … Read more
Both AHA and BHA can be used together with niacinamide to address skin concerns like acne, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, rough skin texture, as well as fine lines and wrinkles. However, with all these being active ingredients that do some sort of bioactivity in your skin, it’s essential to use … Read more
While these two ingredients have different functions, lactic acid and hyaluronic acid can be used together to improve the skin’s appearance and address many skin concerns, including hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone and texture, and signs of aging. However, just like with any skincare combination, it’s important to understand that these … Read more
If you’ve already been to my website, you know that I love the Cicaplast Baume B5. I discovered this product while experimenting with tretinoin a few years ago, and it’s been a staple in my skincare routine ever since, even though my routine has drastically changed since then. So, is … Read more
Accutane might be a magic pill for erasing acne, but going through it is certainly not a fun experience. The side effects of this treatment can be pretty harsh on the skin, leaving it feeling dry, irritated, and uncomfortable. But don’t worry; there are things you can do to help … Read more
Glycerin is the most common ingredient in skincare products, but it’s less talked about than its famous humectant cousin – hyaluronic acid. However, despite being lesser known, glycerin is an incredibly versatile and beneficial skincare ingredient that can help hydrate and protect the skin and repair a damaged barrier by … Read more
Due to various external and internal factors, the skin can become dehydrated at any point in our lives, and unfortunately, this condition brings with it a whole array of issues. Suddenly, our skin feels tighter, drier, and irritated and is more prone to breakouts. Essentially, when the skin lacks moisture, … Read more
Hyaluronic acid can be a great addition to your skincare routine, especially if you want to add a little extra hydration. However, if you currently use tretinoin, you might want to think twice before adding a hyaluronic acid serum to your regimen. While both tretinoin and hyaluronic acid can work … Read more
Can niacinamide, the touted skin hero praised for its ability to soothe irritations, minimize redness, balance oil production, heal painful breakouts, and even out skin tone, also cause texture? The answer is yes! Niacinamide can sometimes cause the skin to become dry, textured, and even sensitive. However, a few possible … Read more