Author: Kate
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How I Change My Skincare Routine with the Arrival of Spring and Summer
As the calendar shifts from winter, the cold, wind, and other skin “enemies” gradually fade away. Our skin adapts, and it’s time for us to adjust our home skincare routine as well.
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5 Products That Help Reduce Breakouts
These products, enriched with powerful ingredients, offer targeted solutions for managing and reducing breakouts, ensuring your skin stays clear and healthy.
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Gentle Yet Effective: 7 Exfoliating Products with Lactic Acid
Lactic acid products are excellent for those new to exfoliation, as well as those with dry or dehydrated skin. These seven products provide various options, from daily tonics to hydrating masks, ensuring smoother, brighter, and more hydrated skin.
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Understanding pH in Skincare: Choosing the Right Cleanser for Your Skin
When it comes to skincare, the pH level of your cleanser plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of your skin. The pH scale ranges from 0 to 14, with lower numbers being acidic, higher numbers being alkaline, and 7 being neutral. For our skin, maintaining a slightly acidic pH (around 4.5 to 5.5)…
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Sealing Retinol in Summer: How to Apply It and A Guide to Moisturizers that Pair Well with Retinol
All the creams listed below are not only compatible with retinol but also other active ingredients. They make a great base for daily use, especially with their lighter, summer-friendly textures that absorb quickly compared to fall and winter formulations.
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Vitamin C Concentrations: Debunking the Myth
Vitamin C is only effective at concentrations of 10% or higher. Heard this before? It’s not true. It’s useful to know that Vitamin C comes in various forms and concentrations, and there isn’t a single ‘best’ type.
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Review: Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1 – Thick but Effective
Chapped, dry lips are not only uncomfortable but can also ruin the look of your favorite lipstick. Enter Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1 – a product that’s been around since 1969 and has garnered a loyal following. Intrigued by its longevity and reputation, I decided to give it a try.
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Review: The OG of All Creams – CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion
CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion has firmly established itself as a staple in my skincare routine. This product, developed with dermatologists, promises to restore and maintain the skin’s natural protective barrier while providing all-day hydration. Over the years, I’ve tried countless lotions and moisturizers, but I keep coming back to CeraVe. Here’s a detailed look at why…
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8 Gentle Alternatives to CeraVe Cleansers
If you’re tired of CeraVe cleansers and want to try something new without losing quality, here are 8 gentle alternatives to consider. These recommendations are especially suited for sebodeficient, sensitive, and atopic dermatitis-prone skin types…
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The Unpleasant Truth: Why Effective Skincare Products Often Feel Unsatisfying
I’ve read a lot of negative reviews about the brands Allies of Skin and PSA. Many people complain that while their formulations are great, the sensory aspects (texture, feel on the skin, tendency to pill, scent) are disappointing. Why is that, especially given their high prices?
