How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
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Every reputable esthetician would never recommend their clients to attempt extractions at home. I mean, sure, if you want to royally mess up your face knock yourself out, but as an esthetician, I strongly advise against that. A few things that are very likely to go wrong if you attempt … Read more
Regardless of how much available information there is on the internet for free, people still seem to be making horrific mistakes that damage the skin. Taking care of your skin isn’t difficult and it shouldn’t be confusing or frustrating. If this is how you feel about it, it probably means … Read more
After my horrible experience with the Lala Retro Whipped Cream that left me broken out with painful cystic acne, I had to resort to using a potent combination of salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide treatment. This is an excellent combo to tackle acne effectively but it has the downside of … Read more
Cleansing your skin is the first and most important step in your routine. This helps you remove bacteria, pollution, dust, makeup, and grime (instead of leaving them on your face). Today I will talk about a few cleansing habits you should start implementing in order to take good care of … Read more
After seeing my review on the F-Balm by Drunk Elephant, a fellow skincare lover recommended me to try the Lala Retro Whipped cream and give my thoughts on it. As someone with oily/acne-prone skin, I was a little hesitant due to the several problematic ingredients it contains, however, I figured … Read more
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I always like to point out how important sunscreen is for our skin. Besides preventing a whole lot of skin concerns such as pigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles, red marks, uneven skin patches, and all sorts of discoloration, sunscreen is also what protects your skin from cancer. Therefore, it is important … Read more
Closed comedones are those white or skin-colored bumps that don’t have a collection of pus on top, and they are seemingly headless and can’t be popped. Getting rid of closed comedones is relatively easy. All you need to do is pay extra attention to your skincare routine, especially your exfoliating … Read more
One of the most enjoyable and fulfilling reasons for owning a skincare blog is the fact that I get to help people from all around the world by sharing what I know about skincare and how to take great care of the skin. Skincare doesn’t have to be complicated and … Read more
Drunk Elephant is a brand that has been around the corner for a while, however, truth be told, I’ve never thought of trying their products. Not because there was something I didn’t like about them particularly, but because my face was covered in severe cysts until about two years ago … Read more
Besides the recent public controversies, The Ordinary is a brand you don’t really hear a bad word about, at least when it comes to their products. And it’s really not difficult to see why everyone loves it. The products are ridiculously cheap, formulated with simple and clean ingredients, are excellent … Read more
Smoking, although a bad habit, is one of the most difficult habits to get out of. Everyone knows how detrimental smoking is for health and, unfortunately, this nasty habit has claimed many lives in the world, with some heavy smokers losing their lives to cancer as young as 20. However, … Read more
Acids are the best ingredients in skincare for the sole reason that they work great, give instant results, and can have a transformational effect on the skin. However, there seems to be a lot of misconception floating around the internet when it comes to using acids, layering them properly, combining … Read more
Catching some sun rays can be a pleasant and therapeutic experience with its own health benefits. The sun is your best source of vitamin D and as we know, vitamin D is a super important nutrient needed for the health of teeth and bones. But besides the health benefits and … Read more
Mini versions of our favorite skincare products help us maintain a solid skincare regimen while being away from home. These are super useful for transport because of the carry-on limits we often struggle with during traveling. Additionally, mini and travel-sized products are a great way to try a product you’ve … Read more
While we certainly have unprecedented access to information, the general public knows very little about skincare. Just a quick browse through skincare-twitter will reveal plenty of misinformation, fear-mongering, and marketing lies, and forays into “natural skincare” believing that the more natural the ingredient, the safer it is to put on … 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, there are some questions that are still left unclear for many people that are not professionals in the skincare industry such as; What exactly are AHAs and how … Read more
For many people, the cold days of winter can bring uncomfortable dryness on the face, hands, and feet. For some people, the problem is even worse than just a general tight and dry feeling; they get skin so dry that it results in flaking, cracking, and even inflammations and eczema. … Read more
Besides being dreadfully detrimental to your overall health, smoking can (unsurprisingly) also have some nasty effects on your skin. The first thing you think of when someone mentions is how smoking can take a huge toll on your skin causing premature skin aging. While this is true, smoking can also … Read more
What are the best foundations for dry skin? Dry skin is one of the most common skin types and if your skin tends to be on the drier side, you probably already know that it can very easily be a double-edged sword. While you want to cover up any imperfections, … Read more
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