Skincare Blog | Skincare Made Easy
What’s the best The Ordinary Peptide Serum? That’s a tough one. The hype around peptides is… well, 90% hype. When you ignore the manufacturer claims and influencers’ endorsements, there’s not much scientific proof peptides do anything special. I personally don’t use peptides in my skincare routine. Sure, every now and then I’d try a peptide […]
Warning: The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution isn’t for skincare newbies. Here’s the deal: moderate exfoliation makes your skin softer, smoother and brighter. Too much exfoliation dries skin out like the Sahara, irritates it like hell, and makes you more prone to sun damage and hyperpigmentation. If I had my way, you’d […]
Does your skincare routine change with the seasons? I’m all about antiaging most of the year but, as soon as I feel the first whiff of winter in the air, I switch my focus to strengthening my skin’s protective barrier. Not that I give up my retinol & vitamin C completely in the winter. But […]
You’d think the higher the price, the better a product works, right? Not necessarily. Take The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5. It’s only £5.90 but it works better than – and is a great dupe for – Skinceuticals Hydrating B5 Gel (£65.00). Yes, really. Here’s how it outperforms the luxury serum and why you […]
“I’m scared of retinol side effects. I know retinol is the best wrinkle-fighter out there, but I don’t want to deal with redness and irritation. What should I do?” I hear ya. Irritation is no fun. But leaving retinol out of your skincare routine won’t do either. Mmm.. What if I told you you could […]
“I’ve tried EVERYTHING to get rid of blackheads and acne but nothing works. Help!” I get this a lot. Sephora is loaded with products that promise to get rid of blackheads, kick acne in the butt, and keep your oily skin under control. But 99% of them DON’T have what it takes to do the […]
