Taking the guesswork out of skincare
You think dealing with oily or dry skin is bad? Trying dealing with both. At the same time. Combination skin is a nightmare. I know because I have it. When I use products for oily skin, I banish the shine only to get drier cheeks. If I opt for richer formulas, my cheeks are happy, […]
What are the best products for fine lines and wrinkles? Like, what really works? It’s a minefield out there. From retinol to peptides and papaya enzymes, everything promises to rid you of those wrinkles and turn the clock back 10 years. How do you make sense of it all and chose products that can get […]
What are the best vitamin C serums? Vitamin C is an antiaging superstar that fights wrinkles, boosts collagen and brightens the complexion – when used right. Like all divas, vitamin C is finicky AF. If the pH is too high, it won’t work. If the pH is too low, it will irritate skin. If it’s […]
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 […]
What’s the best retinol product for beginners? I get asked this question a lot. I know everyone wants to start with 1%, but that’s way too harsh for most people. You don’t want to trade wrinkles for irritation. Start with a lower concentration, like 0.3%. It may seem tiny, but it packs a punch. Try […]
The market for skincare products that lighten and brighten skin is huge! Whether you’re looking to directly target dark spots or you’re just after an overall brighter complexion, these products are the way to go. The playground of brightening products has been ruled by ingredients such as hydroquinone, arbutin, azelaic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C […]
