The Inkey List Retinol is one of the gentlest retinol serums I’ve ever tried. Weird, when you think it contains 2 forms of retinoids. And that some sources report retinol is here in a staggering 1% concentration (that’s super high for retinol, FYI). If the rumours are true, this serum should be harsh and drying […]
The Inkey List Caffeine Serum is like a double espresso for your under-eye area. That’s the goal, at least. Just like an espresso boosts your energy and helps you feel more alert, this caffeine serum promises to make you look fresh and awake. How? The usual things: depuffing dark circles, getting rid of dark circles, […]
Is The Inkey List Lactic Acid Serum a dupe for The Ordinary Lactic Acid 10% + HA? The two exfoliants are so similar, it makes you wonder if The Inkey List took a little too much inspiration from The Ordinary… But there are a couple of details that make them stand out on their own. […]
You know what they say: everyone’s skin is different. What works for one person may not work for another. Backfire, even. I totally agree. And yet… There’s an exception to the rule: Niacinamide. This is an ingredient absolutely anyone can use. It does everything you want it to, and yet it’s so gentle, it won’t […]
What are the best moisturizers for seriously dry skin? In the hotter summer months, my skin ain’t that picky. Any lightweight lotion will do. But as soon as the chilly winds roll around, my skin shows sign of cracking. It feels a little tighter in the afternoon. It gets red (and not in that cute […]
Which one is better: The Inkey List Alpha Arbutin or The Ordinary Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA? Both promise to fade away dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Both are dirt cheap. Does it really matter which one you pick? Kinda. It all depends on what you’re looking for. Here’s what I mean: Key Ingredients In Both […]
