Category: Question
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Q: Should AHA, BHA, and PHA acids be applied to dry or damp skin?
All keratolytics (which, in fact, include not only AHA/BHA/PHA but also urea and acids from other groups like azelaic acid) are recommended to be applied to dry skin. Why?
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Q: How to get rid of breakouts that occur regularly before my period?
Firstly (and importantly): breakouts related to the menstrual cycle are absolutely normal. Knowing this can make it easier to handle: you no longer feel like your skin is rebelling despite all your retinols, vitamins, and probiotic serums. This process is regulated by hormones and happens every month for most women on this planet.
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Q: Do I need to store skincare products with active ingredients in the fridge?
Recently, I came across several Instagram posts from cosmetologists claiming that products with retinol, vitamin C, and acids should be stored in the fridge. Otherwise, they will spoil. This is not true. Storing skincare products in the fridge is not the best idea.
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Q: How to test cosmetics for individual reactions before use?
Even if we avoid all potential allergens in cosmetics, there’s always a chance of an individual reaction, where an ostensibly harmless cream like CeraVe might cause redness or burning. For such cases, dermatologists recommend performing patch tests.
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Q: Don’t you think it’s odd to have bacteria in skincare products? Why are there probiotics in some creams?
At first glance, the idea of adding bacteria to skincare products might seem strange, especially given the common association of bacteria with breakouts and diseases. However, this perspective overlooks the essential role that beneficial bacteria play in maintaining healthy skin.
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Q: Are Self-Tanners Safe? Or Not Really?
We know that using tanning beds or sunbathing until you’re crispy is harmful (both can accelerate skin aging and increase the risk of skin cancer). This leaves few “legal” ways to achieve a golden retriever-like glow for your face and body. One of these ways is using self-tanner. Just be careful not to overdo it!
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Q: What is an individual reaction to skincare products and how to deal with it?
Cosmetic products – from shampoo to lipstick and even perfumes – can cause skin redness, itching, rashes, swelling, or irritation. A dermatological study published in 2010 showed that more than a third of 945 participants had at least one allergic reaction to cosmetic ingredients. Why does this happen, and does it mean that the manufacturer…
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Q: Are face scrubs really harmful to my skin? Why does everyone hate them?
Scrubs with natural abrasives are perhaps the worst option for facial skin. Due to the “jagged” shape of the abrasive particles, they can cause micro-damage to the skin and disrupt the integrity of the protective barrier. The exception is…
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Q: Do anti-cellulite products work?
The primary components of anti-cellulite and heating creams include caffeine, carnitine, essential oils, horse chestnut extract, and ginkgo biloba. These are often recommended by cosmetologists and massage therapists because they supposedly “break down fat tissue” and “speed up metabolism.” However, this isn’t entirely accurate.
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Q: I see that my moisturizer has a strange consistency. How should I apply it: by spreading it along massage lines or using patting motions?
Of course, there are beautiful diagrams and videos showing how to apply skincare products, but for the effectiveness of your skincare, it doesn’t really matter which lines or methods you use. The actual difference in performance will be minimal.