How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
I admit I haven’t always been diligent with my sunscreen application, however, during my short time of practice and learning how to recognize and deal with sun damage; I’ve discovered the importance of this step. But finding a good sunscreen for oily, sensitive, and acne-prone skin is a mission impossible, so I am not at … Read more
You may already know that discoloration and scarring left from acne are much more difficult to heal than the condition itself. I still have some red spots from past acne on my cheeks even though I haven’t had a severe breakout in more than six months. Most often than not acne goes away in a … Read more
Are you looking for a cleanser for oily skin that’s also sensitive due to using harsh products or drying acne treatments such as tretinoin or benzoyl peroxide? I think I might’ve found the one for you. This cleanser saved my oily/acne-prone skin when it was inflamed and peeling due to an awful purging period after … Read more
Unlike other products by The Ordinary, their Argireline 10% Solution isn’t one that’s discussed all too often. Compared to how popular their hyaluronic acid and niacinamide serum are, the Argireline solution is a product I’ve never heard about before until few months ago. Apparently they’ve been selling it for years but I’ve been completely oblivious … Read more
It’s been a while since I’ve compared Paula’s Choice to a more budget-friendly option that does the same thing. Now, we all know that Paula is the queen of going the extra mile and adding more than one beneficial ingredient in her products, which is why her products are leaning on the pricier side. But we … Read more
Working from home has its own perks, but unfortunately, it comes with a few minor side effects. The increased use of digital devices and screen time for work and recreation has also lead to an increase in eye strain, fatigue, headaches, and even mood swings. I often catch myself straining to read something and letters … Read more
I’ve previously talked about ultrasonic spatulas on my blog so you may already know that I find these devices particularly useful for extracting stubborn sebum that’s hardened inside the pore. This time around, I was contacted by ANLAN to do a review on their bestseller – an Ultrasonic Skin Scrubber. I happily accepted their offer … Read more
FOREO, the Swedish tech and beauty brand famous for their smart cleansing brushes came out with two newest additions to their tech and beauty family. This time around, they pleasantly surprised the biggest tech and beauty enthusiasts (myself included) with two smart microcurrent devices – BEAR and BEAR Mini. I previously did a review on … Read more
Applying sunscreen can protect your skin from premature aging and protect your acne from turning into pigmented little spots that can be difficult to get rid of. However, acne-prone skin is most often oily skin, and sunscreens are notorious for creating that thick, greasy, and occlusive layer which makes many people avoid them at all … Read more
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 extractions at home can be … Read more
Salicylic acid is my favorite ingredient in skincare products. And while I tend to experiment with many salicylic acid products, I always go back to the ones I like most: Paula’s Choice BHAs. I swear by these two and, so far, they are the best salicylic acid products I’ve found. However, they are a little … Read more
Ever since I purchased my first product by Drunk Elephant, their F-Balm, I can admit that I got hooked on buying their products. Their packagings look fun and creative, they use clean ingredients to formulate their products, they are cruelty-free, and they are expensive. Wait, what? Yeah, we are all guilty of having that irresistible … 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 it would be a perfect … Read more
An aesthetician without her beauty tools is like a pot without a lid. While I have tried many beauty devices throughout the years of being an aesthetician, I am always excited about trying something new and different. Therefore, I was ecstatic when a FOREO representative contacted me and asked me to review one of their … Read more
COSRX is a Korean skincare brand that acquired a cult following from all over the world thanks to YouTubers like James Welsh and Hyram that constantly rave about K-beauty on their channels. I’ve already mentioned COSRX here on my website and it is one brand that I genuinely like and trust because they are famous … Read more
This is my Inkey List Niacinamide vs The Ordinary Niacinamide review. The Ordinary’s Niacinamide has been a cult favorite and a staple for every person that deals with oily and acne-prone skin ever since it launched nearly four years ago. And it’s really not that difficult to see why. The brand is ridiculously affordable, uses … Read more
Travel-sized skincare products come with several useful perks and this is why we all love them. Mini versions of our favorite skincare products help us maintain a solid skincare regimen while being away from home and these are super useful for transport because of the carry-on limits we often struggle with during traveling. Additionally, mini … Read more
So I and my lovely friend Sarah from A Woman’s Confidence collaborated on this article to give you the new Inkey List Snow Mushroom review. I am so excited to read all about her experience with this product as I have been eyeing it for quite some time now. Hopefully, you enjoy this article and … Read more
Paula’s Choice is a skincare brand that has been around the corner for quite some time now, however, it gained massive popularity in the last few years thanks to everyone that decided to step up their skincare game and start investing in high-quality products. I absolutely love this brand and I have done several reviews … Read more
So, right off the bat, I am going to go ahead and say that I like both products. However, even mothers of twins have a favorite child, so having a favorite product even though they are supposed to do the same thing is just something that comes naturally, I suppose. Having tried, used, and liked … Read more
If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you probably know by now that you’re getting your skincare advice from a sunscreen junkie. Well, I recently picked up a few new SPF products to try, however, there has been one that I have been using consistently for a month now and I have a … Read more
One of the joys of owning a skincare blog is that I get to try an inordinately large number of products without being judged too harshly. However, as much as I love experimenting with different skincare products and writing all about it, trying all these doesn’t come without its occupational hazards. Sometimes products break me … Read more
Skincare is a very popular topic these days, so much so that it has become a trend in recent years as opposed to being an actual need like it used to back when my mother was a teenager. Therefore, you see all these brands with cute packagings, colorful marketing, and bold claims of being able … Read more
Multi-Level Marketing (also known as MLM, pyramid selling, network marketing, and referral marketing) is basically a marketing strategy for the sale of products or services where the revenue of the MLM company is derived from a non-salaried workforce selling the company’s products/services, while the earnings of the participants are derived from a pyramid-shaped compensation commission … Read more
The Ordinary and Paula’s Choice are arguably the two most popular skincare brands in today’s market. The two companies have similar products, however, their formulations and ingredients are very much different. The Ordinary is extremely popular for their low prices and ridiculously affordable but excellent products, however, they are also known for giving you one … Read more
Everyone always wants to look their best and it is what skincare and makeup companies are counting on. Therefore, it is not a surprise that the beauty industry is generating billions of dollars yearly. Currently, the global beauty industry is worth of $500 billion and is growing faster today than ever before with an estimated … Read more
As we are at the doorstep of entering a new decade, we can all agree that there has been so much going on in the last few years, however, 2019 was definitely a year that summed all that up. Beauty and skincare trends are continuously changing and there are new products hitting the shelves nearly … Read more
COSRX is one of those skin care brands that is definitely here to stay. After being on the market for several years and acquiring a cult following from all over the world, this is the one Korean skin care brand to watch and stock up on in 2020. This is my COSRX review, and here … 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 around while spending around 30 … Read more
Your skin changes as you age. Shocker? Yup, it happens to the best of us. Wrinkles, spots, and dryness are the most common signs of ageing but it is absolutely dreading when these start appearing during your early or mid-20s. Unfortunately, your skin is at the mercy of many factors that can make the natural … Read more
Welcome to my Aztec Clay Mask review, a super-hyped-up product that has an overwhelming number of reviews on Amazon which I know many of you like (and even recommend), but I personally have a bone to pick with this product. Do you have acne-prone skin? This mask is NOT for you! Do you have dry … Read more
For today’s article, I have an informative and educational guest blog post from Sarah, the founder of A Woman’s Confidence and fellow makeup and skincare addict. Her product knowledge never fails to give me all the needed information before I decide if I want to try a new, hyped-about product on the market. We teamed … Read more
While complex, 10-step skincare regimens 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 a bit too confused while reading about products and ingredients and we often become too frustrated … Read more
Dehydrated skin is often confused with dry skin due to the very similar appearance and behaviour of the skin. However, these two are slightly distinctive from each other but it is still incredibly easy for anyone to mix them up and therefore end up with a bag full of wrong products for their skin type. … Read more
Launched in 2009, Medik8 is a cosmeceutical skincare brand that provides high-quality products tailored to target major skin concerns including ageing, acne, pigmentation, redness, and dryness. Medik8 pride themselves on using high quality and well-researched ingredients that are only found in skincare products for professional salon use. The products are considered “sensitive green skin cosmeceuticals”, … Read more
As someone who often appreciates a good pampering treat, I’ve always enjoyed adding a sheet mask as an extra step in my usual skincare routine. Sheet masks are easy to use, deliver quick results and they feel oh so refreshing on my face during the insanely hot summers on my tiny island. I only have … Read more
Acne is the most common skin condition and it can be found anywhere on the body. It most commonly develops on the face, neck, chest, shoulders, and back. However, acne is not a life-threatening condition, but it can be painful and uncomfortable and can cause scarring depending on the severity. It can also affect your … Read more
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 … Read more