How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
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 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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
Differin and retinol are both members of the retinoid family; however, they don’t mix. Using Differin and retinol together can only increase some of the side effects associated with each component. And while that’s the most straightforward answer, there are several reasons why this is the case and why using … Read more
So, you’ve started using Differin, and suddenly, your skin is changing, and it can no longer tolerate your old trusty cleanser. Be it dryness, redness, peeling, or irritation, your skin is desperately trying to tell you that it needs a new cleanser – one that’s gentle, non-irritating, and won’t strip … Read more
Glycolic and salicylic acid are two of the most popular active ingredients in skincare products. Both acids are known for their ability to exfoliate the skin and unclog pores. And while both acids can help reduce the appearance of closed comedones, which one you choose to use depends on your … Read more
If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen the viral video of Beauty of Joseon’s Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF 50+ PA++++ sunscreen. The sunscreen is said to be light and non-greasy, with a natural finish that doesn’t leave a white cast. It’s also said to be … Read more
As I was scrolling through TikTok last week, I saw the RoC RETINOL CORREXION Line Smoothing Night Serum Capsules is going viral, and people were raving about this innovative serum in their videos, alongside throwing all sorts of claims out there. And as someone who’s used a number of RoC … Read more
Ceramides and peptides are two skincare ingredients that offer a variety of benefits for the skin. Ceramides help maintain the skin’s barrier function and prevent moisture loss, while peptides stimulate collagen production and help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. So, can you mix these two powerful ingredients … Read more
Niacinamide may be everyone’s favorite skincare ingredient, but there’s a fair share of those who have had some unpleasant experiences, such as breaking out after introducing a product that features this ingredient as a main active. However, if you think the initial breakout can be characterized as a purge that … Read more
While retinol shouldn’t be used with lactic acid at the same time, you can use them in separate routines to address skin concerns such as sun damage, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, texture, fine lines, wrinkles, and even active acne. Typically, I recommend sticking to retinoids for any skin concerns you want … Read more
Retinol isn’t the same as exfoliating, and although both products have a similar effect on the skin, they work differently. This means that retinol doesn’t necessarily replace exfoliating; however, depending on your skin needs, you can incorporate both into your skincare routine or opt for either one of them. In … Read more
Since both Accutane and Botox are considered controversial treatments by many, this question almost always arises by those considering getting some work done while undergoing an Accutane treatment. This is fair, especially because Accutane can be pretty intense, and there’s not much you can do while you’re on it in … Read more
If you’re currently on Accutane, chances are your scalp is feeling pretty dry and flakey. And while there’s no shortage of dandruff shampoos on the market, not all of them are created equal when it comes to Accutane users. Some anti-dandruff shampoos are actually incredibly harsh and can lead to … Read more
