Category: Question
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Q: Everyone around me says they have sensitive skin. Maybe I do too? How can I tell?
First and foremost, there are no clear diagnostic criteria for sensitive skin (unless we are talking about skin sensitivity in chronic skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, or rosacea). Both doctors and patients often rely on subjective factors (if your face turns red in the cold – it’s sensitive, if you had a reaction to…
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Q: Is it safe to regularly exfoliate the skin? Won’t the skin cells run out?
Some cosmetologists recommend not overdoing it with skin exfoliation, warning that skin cells will die (sic!) and it will be bad. This sounds scary, doesn’t it? Let’s figure out what’s wrong with this.
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Q: Serum, toner, ampoule, essence – are these all different things?
In the world of skincare products, there are only two clearly regulated definitions: pharmaceutical or medicinal product (which is sold in a pharmacy) and cosmetic product (everything you can find on the shelves of cosmetic stores and online). You cannot register a medicinal product as a cosmetic one and sell it in a regular store.…
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Q: What is BBL? Everyone’s getting it, but how do I know if I need it?
I want to talk specifically about this type of hardware cosmetology because there are many questions about it and little information available. BBL (BroadBand Light) is a high-intensity, broad-spectrum light system designed for skin density improvement, vascular correction, pigmentation, and acne treatment, developed by the American company Sciton. In simple terms, it’s a device for…
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Q: In what order should I use skincare products?
How to choose the right product? In what order to use them? Serum before or after the cream? A multi-step skincare routine can be fascinating, relaxing, and beneficial – but also very confusing. Short answer: If you have no specific concerns, just cleanse and moisturize + apply a sunscreen.
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Q: Retinol causes skin irritation, peeling, and inflammation. Is Retinol not suitable for me?
Retinol is one of the most challenging components of home skincare routines. Retinol is a form of vitamin A that is suitable for home use and can be introduced by the user themselves. However, during the adjustment period, it can provoke retinoid dermatitis. Why does this happen?
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Q: Everyone around me is getting Botox, but I’m scared. Is that normal?
In short: It’s normal to be scared. But Botox is safe. How Botox works…
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Q: Does caffeine work in skincare products?
Short answer: Yes. Here’s a guide on how to find products containing it. Almost all effective products for the eye area – targeting surface wrinkles, puffiness, and dark circles – contain caffeine.
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Q: Why does skin become oily after plastic surgery?
This post was inspired by a friend’s story – she underwent breast augmentation (mammoplasty) and noticed that her facial skin became much oilier than usual in the first few days post-surgery. It was so noticeable that she had to resort to cleansing products with acids, toners with high niacinamide content, or retinol. This isn’t the…
