Product Reviews

If you are unfamiliar, essences are one of the most popular products in Asian skincare regimens and it comes as a no surprise that they are quickly taking the Western markets by storm. Essences are known for their moisturizing and hydrating powers. Their consistency can range anywhere from really watery … Read more

The Inkey List is a buzzy new skincare brand that’s making a name for itself due to their no-BS products, high-quality formulations, and ridiculously low price points. All their products are available for under $15 and if we have learned anything from brands such as The Ordinary is that good … Read more

So, right off the bat, I am going to go ahead and say I like both products. However, having used both BHAs, several factors helped determine which one of these is slightly better than the other, so this is what I will be talking about in this article. I’ve heard … Read more

The Paula’s Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense SPF 30 has been on my daily repertoire and it’s funny how I actually bought this product by mistake but ended up liking it a lot. Don’t you just love it when that happens? Here’s my in-depth Paula’s Choice Resist Super-Light Wrinkle Defense … Read more

Running a skincare blog allows me to test countless products, despite the occasional drawbacks. Sometimes, they cause breakouts, peel, or don’t work at all, leading to disappointment. However, occasionally, I discover a standout product that addresses stubborn skin issues, and I eagerly share these findings with my readers. Today, I’ll … Read more

The Ordinary and Paula’s Choice are two of the most popular skincare brands in today’s market. The two companies have similar products; however, their formulations and ingredients are vastly different. The Ordinary is popular due to their low prices and affordable but effective products; however, they are also known for … Read more

Dark spots, wrinkles, dullness, and acne scars are skincare issues that many people are looking to overcome, therefore, the good news is that many over-the-counter products nowadays include ingredients that address these specific concerns. Mandelic acid is one that falls in the category of these beneficial ingredients, therefore this is … Read more

Loved by both veteran K-beauty fans and casual skincare enthusiasts, COSRX is a Korean brand known for producing some of the country’s best products. The company consistently sticks to its simple philosophy, defining itself as an ingredient-oriented brand that aims to produce efficient skincare products with minimal ingredients. Moreover, another … Read more

As soon as you start thinking you’ve somewhat figured out what works for you when it comes to skincare products, there comes the Korean beauty craze with the 10-step skincare routine. Naturally, you are curious about it, especially when you see that flawless, luminous skin your favorite beauty influencer flaunts … Read more

Deciding how long to keep that miracle serum that saved your skin when you needed it or when to toss your go-to sunscreen can be confusing, and we’ve all been there. Experts urge that hanging on to beauty products past their prime isn’t a good idea, but how bad can … Read more

Toners have come a long way from being acidic formulations designed to dry out acne and reset your skin’s pH balance after cleansing. Today, they have evolved into versatile solutions that not only eliminate impurities accumulated on the skin’s surface but also remedy and nourish dry and dehydrated skin and … Read more

Exfoliation is an important step that happens regularly in a good skincare regimen. However, the tricky thing about achieving glowing skin with exfoliation is finding the right product and frequency that will ensure your skin remains healthy and not over-exfoliated, which can lead to barrier damage and symptoms such as … Read more

Dealing with acne-prone skin and finding the right cleanser are two challenges that often go hand in hand. This is because it all comes down to balancing between cleansers that nourish your skin without clogging pores and those that target acne without damaging your skin barrier. Therefore, if you have … Read more

The natural oil on your skin helps maintain a healthy barrier and helps your skin do what it is supposed to do – protect you from the outside world. However, it is not uncommon for the sebaceous glands (the glands that produce the natural oil) to go into overdrive and … Read more

If you have oily skin and find liquid foundations too heavy, yet powders lack the coverage you desire, then you might find a blend between the two to be the perfect solution. Enter powder foundations, the ideal solution for those with oily skin in the form of innovative products that … Read more

Your cleanser is designed to remove the daily makeup and impurities and keep your face clean. However, many cleansers are often packed with surfactants and soaps that remove the oil and moisture from your skin and cause uncomfortable dry patches that can lead to irritation, sensitivities, as well as premature … Read more

Struggling with oily skin and wondering about the best toners to help manage it? This guide is for you. Below, I will share my list of the 10 best toners for oily skin, and various accompanying skin concerns that I have tried and tested and explain a little more about … Read more

Striking a balance between coverage and comfort without exacerbating the appearance of dry and flaky patches is one of the many challenges you’re probably familiar with if your skin leans towards dryness. You can also probably guess that what your skin needs is a foundation that both conceals imperfections and … Read more

Finding a primer that keeps makeup intact on oily skin can be challenging as many “mattifying” or “oil-free” primers often fall short, and some may even cause breakouts, which is a common concern for this skin type. Having personally battled with oily skin that’s also prone to acne and trying … Read more