Tag: acne
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Healthy Skin is Dirty Skin: Why We Need Bacteria and 3 Best Products
Fifteen years ago, we were obsessed with scrubbing our skin until it squeaked, slathering on hand sanitizer, wearing shoe covers, and washing our hands with antibacterial soap – all in an effort to rid ourselves of bacteria. We believed that cleanliness equaled health. Today, science (and we also) recognizes that each of us has a…
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6 Salicylic Acid Products: From Cleansers to Serums for Tackling Inflammation and Oily Shine
These salicylic acid products range from cleansers to serums and toners, offering solutions for various skin concerns like inflammation, oily shine, and acne. Incorporating these into your skincare routine can help you achieve clearer, healthier skin.
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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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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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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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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: 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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How to Use Retinol (Save This Post)
Retinol is a very active ingredient that, at sufficiently high concentrations, requires strict adherence to a protocol for its effectiveness and safety. Let me help you to figure out everything about retinol usage.
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Q: What tests should I take if I have skin problems?
People with any skin issue are often advised to “get some tests done.” In this context, “getting tests done” seems almost mystical, as if solving skin problems is impossible without them, and these problems are inevitably rooted in internal organ issues. If you have acne – get a full hormone panel, dark circles under your…
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Q: Can skin “get used to” skincare products?
There is a persistent myth that skin becomes accustomed to cosmetic products, and then they suddenly stop working. To avoid this, cosmetologists, bloggers, and consultants in cosmetic stores often recommend regularly changing or alternating products. Is this necessary?
