Category: Skincare
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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: 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?
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The Retinol Rulebook: 3 Essentials for Choosing the Right Product
When selecting a retinol product, there are three crucial rules we should always follow…
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How to Keep Your Pores Clean and Tight in Summer
One of the most common summer issues is perpetually clogged pores and oily shine, often accompanied by dehydrated skin. Here are some simple rules and routines to avoid this problem…
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What to Look for in a Serum? A Comprehensive List of All Possible Ingredients (including examples!)
When choosing a serum, consider the following components. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but it covers some key ingredients to look for based on your skin needs…
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Is Your Facial Cleanser Just Soap? Checking the Ingredients in Facial Cleansers
You might not feel dryness after washing, but know that all the beneficial elements are harshly stripped from your skin. The rest of your skincare routine with ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide goes down the drain because you are daily destroying your lipid barrier. How to identify such a product…
