Is CBD oil good for your skin? Thanks to CBD, cannabis is getting its glow-up, giving up on the traditional stoner image for a new and definitely cooler one. Because we are living in the marijuanaissance – as Allure describes it – it comes as a no surprise that CBD is now being frequently used as… Continue reading
Which are the best toners for oily skin?! So let’s talk about oily skins and toners. My goal in this article is to teach you: all you need to know about oily skin. what is a toner and how does it help you? why do you need it? as well as suggest some toners that are my… Continue reading
Which are the best primers for oily skin?! So let’s talk about oily skins and primers. My goal in this article is to teach you: all you need to know about oily skin. what is a primer and how does it help us? why do you need it? as well as suggest some primers that… Continue reading
What’s the best sunscreen for sensitive skin? So let’s talk about sensitive skin and sunscreens. My goal in this article is to teach you: what causes sensitive skin (perhaps your sunscreen isn’t the only problematic product?) how to choose the best sunscreen for sensitive skin? how to recognize what to avoid in a sunscreen? some of my… Continue reading
Help! I have tried EVERYTHING to get rid of my acne, but nothing ever worked for me! Am I going to stay like this forever? If you have ever had acne in your life, chances are that you’ve considered or at least heard of the infamous Accutane, a drug that seems to have some magical powers… Continue reading
If you have read anything about skincare on the Internet, then you certainly know a little or a lot about what a great ingredient retinol is. This anti-ageing powerhouse has the ability to speed up cellular turnover thus promote collagen production and give your skin the glow you have always desired. Retinol has earned its… Continue reading
If you are constantly finding yourself overwhelmed by which cleanser, toner, or moisturizer to use, you are not the only one. Even though everyone may seem like they have their s*it together just because their skin looks better than yours, don’t despair. Regular f*ck ups are one big part of how to do skincare and figuring out… Continue reading
Cleansing your face is arguably the most important step of your skincare routine. And I am sure I am not the first person telling you this. Your skin acts as a natural barrier and its sole “job” is to keep dirt, bacteria, and environmental pollution out and protect your organs from infections. So it is… Continue reading
Benzoyl peroxide is a well-known and talked about ingredient for fighting acne. It is available in over-the-counter cleansers, spot treatments, gels, creams and it comes in different concentration in order to meet different severities of acne breakouts. The over-the-counter version is up to 2.5% but there are stronger concentrations and can be prescribed by your… Continue reading
You have probably heard many people rave about this revolutionary ingredient that is soothing, healing, anti-inflammatory, and goes about every list of the top products you need to have in your skincare regimen. Niacinamide is a standout due to its versatility to help improve any skin type and relieve any skin concern. Even though niacinamide… Continue reading
Pityrosporum folliculitis, also known as Malassezia folliculitis is a condition that causes breakouts on your skin. How is this condition different from typical acne? How do you know is it acne or Malassezia folliculitis? Well, as the title suggests – the devil is in the details, therefore I have to repeat the first line: Malassezia folliculitis is… Continue reading
As I have said in some of my previous posts, balance is the key factor for keeping oily and blemished skin under control. However, we can all agree that finding that perfect balance to calm down the excessive oil production in our skin can be quite a challenge. Everything becomes even worse when the excess… Continue reading
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 skincare regimen is one of the best habits you can get into as this comes with many benefits. Having amazing… Continue reading
While elaborate and complex skincare routines are currently dominating the market and becoming more and more popular, I believe that we can all agree this can sometimes become overwhelming. It is understandable that there are moments when we all get way too confused while reading about products and that we often become too frustrated to… Continue reading
Getting makeup to look flawless throughout the day can be quite big of a challenge when you have oily skin. We all know the terrible feeling when our foundation starts to break down, our eyeshadow starts to crease and the blush is nowhere to be seen by the end of the day. I remember that… Continue reading
How to shrink enlarged pores; Enlarged pores are probably the most common skin concern coming right after acne. Now, the difference between these two concerns is that acne usually comes and goes depending on several factors. Full blown acne breakout usually occurs during our teenage years and it normally disappears when we reach a certain… Continue reading
Ance rosacea is a common inflammatory skin condition and it affects approximately forty-five million people worldwide. It often begins with a tendency to blush or flush more easily and can lead to more severe cases like extreme redness followed by cystic acne breakouts and sores. What is Acne Rosacea (& How Do You Treat It)?… Continue reading
There are many causes for oily skin. I believe that we can safely classify these causes into what we can and cannot change. Oily skin is genetic. This skin type that you inherited from your parents and no, you cannot change that. Hormones play an important role in determining your skin type too — mainly… Continue reading
The uppermost layer of our epidermis or the stratum corneum consists of several layers of keratinized (hardened) cells tightly packed together. As they contain the protein keratin they are tough and have no nucleus. A cell without a nucleus is a dead cell. Our skin naturally sheds billions of dead skin cells every day. This is… Continue reading
How do you know if you have oily skin? This skin type is recognized by excess sebum (natural oil) on certain areas of the face like forehead, nose, and chin – known as the T-zone. But, there are those of us who produce an overabundance of it, and we consider ourselves lucky if our entire… Continue reading