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Sensitive Skincare

20 Best Sunscreens For Sensitive Skin

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
sunscreens for sensitive skin

Sun care for sensitive skin, although important, can be challenging due to the potential for adverse reactions from certain ingredients commonly found in sunscreens. Many people with sensitive skin experience irritation, dryness, or even breakouts when using the wrong type of sunscreen, which deters many from this crucial protective step. … Read more

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What Is Malassezia Folliculitis? (& How You Can Treat It)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
Is it Acne or Malassezia Folliculitis?

Pityrosporum folliculitis, also known as Malassezia folliculitis is a condition that causes breakouts on your skin. It happens when the yeast which naturally lives on your skin, gets into your hair follicles and manifests itself through causing breakouts in areas with a lot of sebaceous activity. This can be the … Read more

Categories Acne Science, Regimen Rituals, Sensitive Skincare

How To Treat a Fungal Infection On The Skin

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
Fungal Infection On The Skin

Fungal skin infections are common throughout much of the natural world. In humans, fungal infections occur when an invading fungus takes over an area of the body and starts to spread. Fungal infections can be caused by many different types of fungi, including yeasts. While rarely serious or life-threatening, fungal … Read more

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Skincare After Getting A Tattoo (4 Things You Should Know)

by Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician
skincare after a tattoo

Whether you like them or absolutely dread them, tattoos are here to stay. Literally.  While tattoos have been around for some time now, with firm evidence showing that tattooing is an ancient art, there are still divided opinions on how good or bad it is to get a tattoo. There are … Read more

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simone sydel skincare

Welcome! My name is Simone Sydel and I am a certified skin specialist.

I created this website to teach my readers how to take great care of their skin.

Occasionally I also share my honest opinions on skincare products I’ve tried.

You can learn more about me here and you can also follow me on Twitter. 

– Simone Sydel.

PS: If you have oily/acne-prone skin, you should check out my ingredients handbook for acne-prone skin.

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