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It seems like there is a new viral skincare trend and technique every week! And the recent trend of slugging is no exception. A technique used by dermatologists and women of color for decades, it's recently become popularized as part of K-beauty due to its success in making skin smooth and even more hydrated than before! The slugging technique has gained newfound popularity after skincare enthusiasts shared their love for it on the popular Skincareaddiction subreddit and the slugging hashtag ama …

What is Microneedling? Micro-needling therapy is a new, minimally invasive treatment that can help reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles, enlarged pores, uneven skin tone, surgical scars, acne scars, and other scars. Facial scarring is one of the most difficult types of problem to overcome since it produces both physical and psychological changes. Facial scarring can be caused by many things including facial acne scars, accidents, burns, and surgery—and sometimes there's no way to tell what …

"As an Esthetician working in the beauty industry for over a decade, one of the most common products and ingredients we see clients use and ask about is Retinol." I am sure you have heard of it, the product your friend recommends, the one you have tried to pronounce on an ingredient label or saw on social media. The truth is you don't have to search hard for Retinol, but is there a dark side to this fascinating ingredient? It is a great source of Vitamin A for the skin but like most things ca …

Have you ever had blackheads that just won't go away? It's time to try a blackhead treatment that works. There are probably many ways to treat blackheads. This article will provide you with 5 blackhead remedies, all of which are easy and effective.What Are Blackheads? Some may think that blackheads and pimples are the same things. They are both types of acne blemishes but they are developed and treated differently. Blackheads may appear as small bumps that look like dark spots. Blackheads a …

Hydroquinone has been used in the beauty industry for decades to lighten dark spots on your face from hyperpigmentation, age spots, or freckles. It comes in a non-prescription strength up to 2% concentration in serums or creams that is available over the counter for home treatment, and up to 4% for prescription strength. The effectiveness of hydroquinone working as a skin lightening agent resulted in its popularity, but there has been some controversy surrounding its adverse effects. Hydroqu …