Using Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA – How-To & Review
If you’re tired of dealing with clogged pores, blackheads, breakouts, and uneven skin texture – you’ve probably come across this famous acid exfoliant. But the good news is that some of your favorite skincare brands can help you tackle this problem....
How To Use Benzoyl Peroxide With Adapalene (Differin Gel)
If you’re like me and breakouts are part of your day-to-day, you’ve probably come across information about these two compounds. The benzoyl peroxide and adapalene combo is extremely powerful as far as mild to moderate breakouts are concerned. The two can be used...
Benzoyl Peroxide Contact Therapy – How-to & Best Products
Today we’ll be diving deep into benzoyl peroxide contact therapy for acne-prone skin — this is a short topical application of BPO designed to bring you all the positive effects when treating acne while minimizing the negative consequences of benzoyl peroxide on your...
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate – What It Is & Best Products
Have you noticed tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate in your skincare ingredients list and you wonder what it is and what it does? No need to worry, I’m here to offer all the answers you’re looking for! In this article, I’ll go over: What tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate is; What are...
Glycolic Acid & Retinol – The Ultimate Use Guide
If you’re into skincare, chances are that you know all about the perks of using glycolic acid and retinol. Yes, they can work wonders, each ingredient in its own way. But what happens if you want to use them in the same routine? Today, I’m here to help you learn...
Granactive Retinoid vs Retinol – The Ultimate Use Guide
Retinoids are an anti-aging powerhouse with a multitude of skin benefits. And that’s a scientific fact. But with a wide range of different retinoids out there, varying percentages, and formulations, finding the right one for yourself is a time-consuming task. Not to...
Sulfur Soap For Acne – Review, Benefits & How-To
Most people associate high-quality skincare with high prices. However, that’s not necessarily the case, especially for folks who are on the hunt for effective acne treatment. Today, I want to introduce you to sulfur soap – a cheap and successful helper in the...
Benzoyl Peroxide: Burns, Swelling & Other Side Effects Explained
Benzoyl peroxide is a golden standard when it comes to acne treatments. Although generally good for your skin, there’s a popular concern regarding the ingredient – the benzoyl peroxide burn. In this article, I’ll shed some light on the various side effects that...
Best Vitamin C Alternatives for Sensitive Skin
Vitamin C is perhaps one of the most popular, yet controversial ingredients used in skincare. Regardless of whether we’re talking about vitamin C serums or other products, there’s a lot that the substance can offer. At the same time, the substance doesn’t agree well...
Does shea butter clog pores?
Shea butter is a popular ingredient used in a variety of skincare and haircare products. It’s considered a natural gem that provides a multitude of useful properties for the skin. But as helpful as the substance might be for some purposes and occasions, one big...
Alpha-Arbutin vs Azelaic Acid – Comparison & Benefits
If you’ve found yourself in need of a skin lightener to solve hyperpigmentation troubles, you may have come across alpha arbutin and azelaic acid as two of the most popular choices. Both ingredients get a lot of attention from skincare enthusiasts trying to tackle...
Why did benzoyl peroxide stop working & what to do about it?
If you’ve suffered from acne in the past or are currently experiencing acne breakouts, you’ve probably turned to benzoyl peroxide – the gold standard for treating acne. Although benzoyl peroxide (BPO) works amazingly to reduce acne, a lot of people also...
Chios crystal oil – benefits & top products
If you’re into natural skincare ingredients, innate sources of rejuvenation, and healing gems that our planet Earth offers, you’re in for a treat. In this article, I’ll take you through an interesting skincare elixir that I don’t see a lot of info about – Chios...
Why does rosehip oil break you out and what to do about it?
Today, I’m here to introduce you to rosehip oil and answer some of the most popular questions people have about it. Mainly, why people sometimes tend to break out from rosehip oil. In my routine, I use rosehip oil as a pampering step, so I am not the most frequent...
Squalane vs Jojoba – Comparison & Benefits
When it comes to hydration, oils are among the most popular types of products that lock in skin moisture. But there is a wide variety of oils you can try! There’s also the mega-moisturizing squalane that you can also rely on for hydration. So today I thought to take a...
Why Does Niacinamide Sting? – Reasons and Solutions
In recent years, skincare products have incorporated more and more wonderful and magical ingredients for our skin. But sometimes, there’s a price to pay for all of those great effects. In the case of Niacinamide, some users report side effects such as stinging,...
Does Azelaic Acid Cause Purging?
Azelaic acid is a staple in my skincare routine. It’s a gentle exfoliant that is suitable for everyday use and treats several skin conditions effectively. Yet some users report that they experience purging after using it. Here’s what you need to know about the side...
Can you use toner before/after The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution?
Chemical exfoliation offers a ton of benefits to the skin: improved skin tone, resurfaced brightness, and refined texture. This exfoliating method is known for encouraging healthy skin cell development and new collagen, turning your complexion for the better. It’s...
Does alpha-arbutin cause purging?
If you’ve dealt with dark spots on your skin, you’ve probably heard of alpha-arbutin. It’s like a magic wand for dark spot elimination, which is why it’s such a popular ingredient in the skincare industry. But despite its wonderful abilities, some share that it can...