Taking the guesswork out of skincare
Why don’t more people know about Azelaic Acid?! This little gem has been dermatologists’ best-kept secret for decades. They’re using it to treat all kinds of skin problems, from stubborn dark spots to inflamed cystic acne and unpredictable rosacea. It’s one of those rare ingredients that does the job without irritating skin and leaving it […]
Ever wondered what’s the secret ingredient in Korean skincare? Sure, we know the Koreans are obsessed with hydration. It’s the foundation of good skin, no doubt about that. They also like to experiment with weird ingredients (snail slime, anyone?) and come up with all kind of gimmicks that put a new twist on an old […]
Have you ever heard of Citric Acid? It’s a relative of Glycolic Acid. It does pretty much the same thing, yet no one uses it. Why is that?! Let’s find out: What Is Citric Acid? Citric acid is a member of the exfoliating Alpha Hydroxy Acids family (the same family Glycolic Acid belongs to, too). […]
Apricot kernel oil is the underdog of natural oils. You know, the one no one talks about. It’s not as moisturising as coconut oil. It’s not fungal-acne safe as squalane oil. It’s not a powerful wrinkle-fighter like rosehip oil. And so, it gets left behind. Shame. Apricot kernel oil may not be the most exciting […]
Is Octisalate in sunscreen safe? This is a common UV filter no one talks about. It’s not praised to high heavens like zinc oxide. Vilified like Avobenzone. Or touted as a revolution like Mexoryl. It passes under the radar, until someone tells you that the old generation of chemical sunscreen is out to kill you. […]
A clay mask isn’t just a pampering treat. If you’ve got oily, acne-prone skin, putting mud on your face can give your skin a matte, shine-free look and keep breakouts at bay. But what type of clay is best? For moderately oily skin, go with kaolin clay. Here’s why: What Is Kaolin Clay? Kaolin clay […]
