It’s no secret that Paula’s Choice C15 Booster is my fave Vitamin C serum ever. I know, I know. It’s expensive. Can’t you just get something from The Ordinary? They’ve got like a dozen Vitamin C serums. One must be as good as this, right? Wrong. Here’s what makes this serum stand out from the […]
My skin is afraid. Panicky, even. This time last year, the unrelenting cold coupled with a bit too much retinol made it peel like a reptile. It was ugly. Even makeup couldn’t hide it. Foundation made it look A LOT worse. It was painful, too. I tried to barely touch the area as I slathered […]
It’s time for a Paula’s Choice AHAs exfoliants comparison. Who’s with me? Like, I’m glad I can have my pick but when I have to pick between 6 glycolic acid exfoliants… it’s too much. I mean, don’t they all do the same thing? What the heck sets each one apart? Or should I just try […]
If you have sensitive skin, you’re probably better off without toner. The more products you add to your skincare routine, the more chances something will irritate your skin. Ugh. Having said that, there are a handful of toners out there that can calm down irritations, reduce redness, and soothe your skin’s tantrums. You just need […]
My biggest pet peeve with Paula’s Choice? They call their sunscreens “moisturisers with SPF.” It’s not just semantics. Or being picky. Words matter. You’re used to apply a lightweight layer of moisturiser and move on with your day. That’s it. Done. But sunscreen needs a generous application – and frequent touch-ups – to provide adequate […]
Have you noticed skin problems never come alone? Take acne-prone skin, for example. It’s not enough you’re dealing with pimples on a regular basis. Once they disappear, the nasty buggers often leave a dark mark behind. Not to mention, your skin still needs moisture. Without it, it gets so dull. But add some moisturising oils […]
