We have been using parabens in cosmetics since the 1920s, but in the last 20 years, they gained a bad reputation. Today, many consider them a dangerous and unwanted ingredient. But should we be afraid of them, or are they ok to use? What are parabens? According to the FDA, ‘parabens are a family of […]
We’ve all been there. With the colder winter months approaching, our skin gets tight and itchy, and we feel uncomfortable in our own skin. It is a very common occurrence, and it requires tailored skincare. But to be able to adjust it accurately, we should know whether we have dry or dehydrated skin. The main
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Alcohol is a single name used for many different types of alcohol. And all the alcohols in skincare have various purposes and effects on the skin. The purpose of alcohol in skincare The most common role alcohol has as a solvent for other ingredients. It allows other ingredients in the product to be mixed. And
Mineral makeup is a decorative cosmetic made exclusively from natural ingredients – minerals from fine earth. Those minerals are micronized, or ground and milled, into tiny particles to create makeup. It does not contain any chemicals, dyes, preservatives, silicons, alcohol, or perfumes found in conventional cosmetics. And I will show you which are the best
So what is double cleansing? Double cleansing, as the name says, it’s a method of cleaning your face twice. The first cleanser is an oil-based cleanser that is going to break down all the makeup, SPF, dirt, and excess oil from the day. The second cleanser is water-based to remove it all from the skin.
As I mentioned earlier, comedonal acne is the most common type of acne and also the mildest form. And probably the easiest to deal with. We can divide them into two categories: whiteheads blackheads Whiteheads and blackheads are both non-inflammatory acne. They form when a sebum build-up, dirt or dead skin cells become trapped in
When trying to get rid of acne, we try every product with acne written on it or claims to help reduce spots. That can aggravate the skin and lead to more breakouts or dry and sensitive skin. Therefore, it’s essential to understand which type of acne we have and what’s the best way to treat
There is a split opinion about the connection between your diet and acne. Some dermatologists will tell you that there is no connection and that your acne is the result of the outside environment and the products you use on your skin. But some of the researchers say otherwise. So does your diet affect acne?
Are you tired of having a constant battle with your skin? Do you want to understand why acne appears? And how to get rid of it? Then keep reading to learn all about the causes of acne. Once we understand what is causing our acne and why they appear, we can work on eliminating those
I am a 25-year-old girl who has been struggling with acne for about eight years. My acne started when I was about 15 years old. At the time, I felt my acne was the worst acne anyone ever saw. But now, when I look back at the pictures, it wasn’t even that bad. But, when
