Skincare Product Reviews: Tried & Tested

Among the plethora of skincare brands on the market, CeraVe and Cetaphil stand out as saviors for dry, damaged, and sensitive skin

Effaclar Duo and Effaclar K are part of La Roche-Posay’s Effaclar line, specifically formulated for acne-prone skin. However, although similar, these two

The Aztec Clay Mask has gained significant popularity over the years, with thousands of raving reviews on Amazon. Many users swear by

I’m sure by now you’ve seen the Green Tea Mask Stick that’s constantly going viral on TikTok due to the incredible results

Vivant Skincare is a professional line formulated by Dr. James Fulton, a dermatologist and medical researcher that co-founded Retin-A, the world’s most

Dermalogica is a popular skincare brand with a vast range of products that cater to all skin types and concerns. While I

Vivant Skincare is a professional skincare line formulated by Dr. James Fulton, a dermatologist and medical researcher that co-founded Retin-A, the world’s

Vivant Skincare is a professional skincare line formulated by Dr. James Fulton, the co-founder of Retin-A. Widely available through estheticians, the line

As an esthetician, I will never tire of trying and testing new skincare products. And I have been especially fond of everything

DMK is a brand that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products and utilizes the benefits of gentle enzymes to repair

DMK is a skincare brand founded by Danne Montague-King, a scientist that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products and utilizes

Founded by scientist Danne Montague-King, DMK is a brand that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products that contain harsh, aggressive

DMK is a skincare line founded by Danne Montague-King, a scientist that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products that contain

DMK is a skincare line founded by Danne Montague-King, a scientist that takes a different approach to traditional skincare products and utilizes

If you’ve been here before, you have definitely seen me rave about La Roche-Posay’s Cicaplast Baume B5. The reason for this is

When it comes to self-care rituals, TikTok is one of the first places to look. The app is full of videos from

If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen the viral video of Beauty of Joseon’s Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics

TikTok has been blowing up recently with videos of people using the PanOxyl 10% Acne Foaming Wash and raving about how well

As I was scrolling through TikTok last week, I saw the RoC RETINOL CORREXION Line Smoothing Night Serum Capsules is going viral,

If you follow me on Twitter or have been on my website before, you probably know I’m a huge fan of La

CeraVe is definitely one of those brands that can’t seem to get it wrong, and they have many amazing products that target

This is my review of the Korean skincare brand AXIS-Y which focuses on making affordable skincare products for sensitive, acne-prone skin. What

I’ve had a mixed experience with La Roche-Posay due to past skin issues caused by some of their products. However, my perspective

The Aztec Clay Mask isn’t a good treatment for cystic acne because it can be excessively drying to the skin. Excess dryness

Aztec Clay Mask is one of the most purchased beauty products on Amazon, with over 60,000 (mostly) positive reviews. It’s hailed as

Adapalene is one of the oldest and most effective topical treatments for acne and other skin concerns that have to do with

Paula’s Choice is a brand I trust and love, so even before trying something out, I already know that it’s going to

This is my Q+A Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Cleanser review, where I will talk about how this product performed on my oily, dehydrated,

SkinCeuticals is a high-end skincare brand sold through dermatologists, estheticians, and other high-end skincare stores. It’s also a brand I like a

With summer rapidly approaching on the tiny island where I live, I had to stock up on high protection sunscreens and decided

In this article, I will review DefenAge 2-Minute Reveal Masque that was sent to me as a sample. If you have been

If you are already familiar with the Natura Bisse Stabilizing Cleansing Mask, chances are you’ve heard about it from a famous makeup artist

I am always on the lookout for a good salicylic acid product since this is an ingredient that has played a major

I am always on the lookout for a good moisturizer that won’t leave my skin excessively oily, and most importantly – won’t

Finding the perfect cleanser for your skin type and skin concern isn’t as simple as it sounds. You would think that going

The iS CLINICAL Active Serum is somewhat of a staple in the skincare routine of any person who is currently dealing with

I am always on the hunt for a good sunscreen that feels lightweight on the skin, doesn’t make my skin greasy, won’t

In the quest for the perfect sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum protection without the common pitfalls of pore-clogging and breakouts, Supergoop’s Unseen Sunscreen

Jane Iredale is a long-established beauty brand whose philosophy embraces a minimalistic approach to makeup and skincare. This makes it a beacon

Since publishing this review in 2020, the Effaclar H Cleansing Cream has been renamed to Effaclar H Iso-Biome Cleansing Cream. However, the

Unlike other products by The Ordinary, their Argireline 10% Solution isn’t one that’s discussed all too often. Compared to how popular their

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

Working from home and spending most of my time in front of a device, I often end up straining to read something,

I’ve already talked about ultrasonic spatulas on this website, so you may already know that I find these devices particularly useful for

CeraVe is an affordable drugstore brand that offers products for every skin type and concern, including a decent range of products for

FOREO, the Swedish tech and beauty brand famous for their smart cleansing brushes came out with two newest additions to their tech

Applying sunscreen can protect your skin from premature aging and protect your acne from turning into pigmented little spots that can be

Every reputable esthetician would never recommend their clients to attempt extractions at home. I mean, sure, if you want to royally mess

Salicylic acid is my favorite ingredient in skincare products. And while I tend to experiment with many salicylic acid products, I always

After my horrible experience with the Lala Retro Whipped Cream that left me broken out with painful cystic acne, I had to

Ever since I purchased my first product from Drunk Elephant, their F-Balm, I can admit that I got hooked on buying their

After seeing my review on the F-Balm by Drunk Elephant, a fellow skincare lover recommended me to try the Lala Retro Whipped

An esthetician without her beauty tools is like a pot without a lid. While I have tried many beauty devices throughout the

Ever heard of polyglutamic acid? Me neither. But that was only up until The Inkey List (which is becoming one of my routine

COSRX is a Korean skincare brand that acquired a cult following from all over the world thanks to YouTubers like James Welsh

Drunk Elephant is a brand that has been around the corner for a while, however, truth be told, I’ve never thought of

If you are unfamiliar, essences are one of the most popular products in Asian skincare regimens and it comes as a no

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,

So, right off the bat, I am going to go ahead and say I like both products. However, having used both BHAs,

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

Running a skincare blog allows me to test countless products, despite the occasional drawbacks. Sometimes, they cause breakouts, peel, or don’t work

The Ordinary and Paula’s Choice are two of the most popular skincare brands in today’s market. The two companies have similar products;

Dark spots, wrinkles, dullness, and acne scars are skincare issues that many people are looking to overcome, therefore, the good news is

Loved by both veteran K-beauty fans and casual skincare enthusiasts, COSRX is a Korean brand known for producing some of the country’s

As soon as you start thinking you’ve somewhat figured out what works for you when it comes to skincare products, there comes

Deciding how long to keep that miracle serum that saved your skin when you needed it or when to toss your go-to

Toners have come a long way from being acidic formulations designed to dry out acne and reset your skin’s pH balance after

Exfoliation is an important step that happens regularly in a good skincare regimen. However, the tricky thing about achieving glowing skin with

Dealing with acne-prone skin and finding the right cleanser are two challenges that often go hand in hand. This is because it

The natural oil on your skin helps maintain a healthy barrier and helps your skin do what it is supposed to do

If you have oily skin and find liquid foundations too heavy, yet powders lack the coverage you desire, then you might find

Your cleanser is designed to remove the daily makeup and impurities and keep your face clean. However, many cleansers are often packed

Struggling with oily skin and wondering about the best toners to help manage it? This guide is for you. Below, I will

Striking a balance between coverage and comfort without exacerbating the appearance of dry and flaky patches is one of the many challenges

Finding a primer that keeps makeup intact on oily skin can be challenging as many “mattifying” or “oil-free” primers often fall short,

Wrinkles, spots, and dryness are the most common signs of aging but it is absolutely dreading when these start appearing during your

Product reviews are my favorite type of posts to write because I’m a makeup and skincare fanatic and have tried plenty of

Dehydrated skin is often confused with dry skin due to the very similar appearance and behavior of the skin. However, these two

Launched in 2009, Medik8 is a cosmeceutical skincare brand that provides high-quality products tailored to target major skin concerns including aging, acne,

As someone who often appreciates a good pampering treat, I’ve always enjoyed adding a sheet mask as an extra step in my

Acne is the most common skin condition and it can be found anywhere on the body. It most commonly develops on the

As I have said in some of my previous posts, balance is the key factor for keeping oily and blemished skin under