How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
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Post-inflammatory redness or erythema are reddish/pink blemishes that appear when the tiny blood vessels under the surface of our skin are damaged or abnormally dilated. This condition can vary from pink, red to deep purple discoloration, depending on the severity. A fun fact about post-inflammatory erythema is the terminology for … Read more
Retinol and azelaic acid is an amazing combination of actives you can mix together to improve various skin concerns, including acne, clogged pores, discoloration, bumpy texture, and sun damage. And while you can use retinol and azelaic acid together, even in the same routine, you still need to be aware … Read more
Keratosis pilaris is a skin condition often called “chicken skin” due to its unique appearance that manifests as many small rough bumps, mainly on the arms, legs, or butt. This condition is caused by a buildup of keratin in the pores. Keratin is a tough protein naturally found in the … Read more
Yes, you can mix salicylic acid with benzoyl peroxide, and in fact, doing so will improve skin issues such as acne much faster than using each ingredient individually. However, salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are two ingredients that often raise doubts about whether they can be safely used combined with … Read more
Dry and flaky skin could be the result of more than one factor, including changes in temperature, hot water, harsh and drying cosmetics, some medication, and excess of dead skin cells that have accumulated on the surface. To relieve the symptoms of excessively dry and flaky skin, the first thing … 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.
There are so many ingredients in skincare products that can be mixed together to target certain skin concerns and maximize skin benefits. However, if there is one combination that should never be introduced to the skin, it has to be the one we will talk about today. So, to answer … Read more
Skin texture is a little different than skin tone and is the term used to describe skin that looks rough, bumpy, dry, and uneven. Skin texture can occur due to several reasons, with the most common few being a buildup of excess dead skin cells, excessive sun exposure that leads … Read more
When writing my last article on the best products for acne-prone skin by La Roche Posay, I decided to leave out the sunscreens and make an entirely new article because they have quite a variety of products to cover. To be totally transparent, La Roche Posay sunscreens are not my … Read more
I’ve always had a love-hate relationship with La Roche Posay. It was never my favorite brand, but I always knew their products work. I had a few instances where a couple of their products caused a chemical burn on my skin, but a few days later, my acne was completely … Read more
Yes, you can mix niacinamide with retinol, and in fact, doing so will put your skin on the fast track for impressive results. Niacinamide and retinol are two ingredients that often raise doubts about whether they can be safely used in combination with other actives. That is because both actives … Read more
Acne is a stubborn skin condition that can stick around for a long time if not treated. But unfortunately, acne medications and visits to the dermatologist or an esthetician aren’t an option for everyone, and as much as I like to advise you to seek professional help, I understand this … Read more
This article is a continuation of my newest series, where I give product recommendations for different skin concerns from one famous brand. In my last Paula’s Choice Recommendations article, I talked about the best products for acne-prone skin. So, since acne and hyperpigmentation go hand in hand, I decided to … Read more
I’m not really sure who came up with the idea that you can’t use niacinamide and vitamin C together, but this is one of those skincare myths that spread around like wildfire and left many people concerned about combining these two actives. In this article, we will talk about the … Read more
A damaged skin barrier could result from excessive cleansing with harsh cleansers or soaps, over-exfoliation, not enough moisturizing, and not protecting your skin from the UV rays. When your skin’s barrier is damaged, your skin struggles to hold onto moisture, and this will lead to uncomfortable sensations such as excess … Read more
Isotretinoin (13-cis retinoic acid) is a vitamin A derivative commonly known by the brand name Accutane. Accutane is the most powerful medication your doctor can give you to treat moderate to severe acne, and the effects of the treatment are often long-term or even permanent. However, while Accutane has an … Read more
If you are a K-beauty fan and are using at least one social media platform, I’m going to assume that you’ve at least heard about the sunscreen drama that’s been going on for a few months now. As a quick reminder, it all started in December of 2020 when INCIDecoder, … Read more
Whether it’s a reaction from a certain product, long-term damage, or an intense procedure – your skin can easily become irritated and feel uncomfortable. Irritated skin usually means that your skin’s barrier has been compromised, and as a result of this – it is incapable of protecting you from external … Read more
With summer rapidly approaching on the tiny island where I live, I had to stock up on high protection sunscreens and decided to try something new this time. After reading so many positive reviews about the Australian Gold sunscreens, I decided to pick one out and see what the hype … Read more
As if sunscreen isn’t already annoying enough to wear, the approaching hot summer months aren’t making things any easier. Sunscreens usually have heavy, greasy, and white cast-y formulations that don’t sit well under makeup and are quite literally impossible to reapply without having to retouch the entire look. Which is … Read more
In this article, I will review DefenAge 2-Minute Reveal Masque that was sent to me as a sample. If you have been following me for a little while, you may know that I’m not a huge fan of face masks. This is due to a couple of reasons. First, face … Read more