Taking the guesswork out of skincare
Salicylic Acid has always been my go-to for all kinds of acne. Blackheads. Whiteheads. Pimples. You name it. It gets rid of them all. But now there’s a new kid on the skincare block. Azelaic Acid is said to treat acne just as well – and fade away your dark spots too. Should you make […]
Salicylic acid has been the only exfoliant I’ve recommended to acne-prone skin for years. There’s nothing that cleans up your pores and gets rid of those stubborn blackheads and whiteheads better (well, maybe manual exfoliation, but that’s irritating and – when done at home – may even cause scarring). Until The Ordinary made Mandelic acid […]
I’m not a fan of using more than one exfoliating acid in your skincare routine – unless they come in the same product. The reason is simple. If you’re trying to fit 3 exfoliants in your regimen, chances are you’ll be exfoliating every single day. For most people, that’s more than their skin can take. […]
Can you use Hyaluronic acid and Glycolic acid together? I get this question a lot. If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I’m not a fan of mixing your acids together. Go overboard and you could literally burn your skin off. Hyaluronic acid and Glycolic acid are the exception to the rule. […]
Thinking about getting a chemical peel? I’m a huge fan. Chemical peels are the quickest way to get a glowier complexion and erase the pesky wrinkles and dark spots that give your real age away. But they’re not without side effects. A chemical peel – even when done right – can leave your skin irritated, […]
My New Year’s skincare resolution? Exfoliating my body. Regularly. I know, I say that every year. But this year I’ll actually do it. How can I be so sure? I’ve discovered a clever technique that makes body exfoliation faster and easier (and I’m all for making anything faster and easier). It’s called dry brushing. What’s […]
