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Sugar and Your Skin, Finding a Sweet Balance
Halloween is right around the corner, and if you're anything like us, you've already passed the candy section at the store and tossed a couple of bags into your cart. How do you resist such sweet temptations this time of the year? The answer is you can't, candy, sugar, and sweet foods alike are everywhere, and it can be tempting. Is too much of a good thing a bad thing? The truth is that when it comes to our sugar intake, excessive sugar or foods with a high glycemic index can affect our skin. C
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Oct 12th 2021
Review of Dermalogica Active Clearing Oil Free Matte SPF 30
16 PROS OF THE DERMALOGICA ACTIVE CLEARING OIL-FREE MATTE SPF 30:
lightweightsheerprevents shineSPF 30defends against skin-agingall-day matte finishabsorbs oilsoothes inflammationregulates oil productioncruelty-freegluten-freeveganno synthetic fragrancesfree of sulfates SLS and SLESparaben freemoisturizing and hydratingCONS:
only 1.7oz (a larger size would be better for daily use)high price pointneeds reapplication after swimming or exercisecould be more mattifyingWhat skin type is Dermalogica
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Sep 7th 2021
The Anti-Aging Power of Vitamins
We are all aging. And as we age, the effects of time and gravity on our skin become more visible in the form of wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots, and dryness. Many turn to topical treatments to combat the signs of aging. But did you know that there's anti-aging power in vitamins? The anti-aging power of vitamins is on the rise, and it's all thanks to the new research that has come out in recent years. Instead of targeting aging from the outside, many are addressing aging from the inside out w
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Aug 23rd 2021
Which is Better: Beta Hydroxy Acid or Alpha Hydroxy Acid?
Beta Hydroxy Acid and Alpha Hydroxy Acid are both popular exfoliating ingredients in skincare products. Both have been used to address wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne, and more. Beta hydroxy acid (BHA) isn’t necessarily better than alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) and vise versa. It all boils down to your skin type and what skin concerns you’re trying to target. This article will help you decide which is better for you.
Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA’s)
BHA’s are oil-soluble acids that get down into p
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Aug 13th 2021
Comedonal Acne: How to Get Rid of Closed Comedones
Comedonal Acne: How to Get Rid of Closed ComedonesSo, you've seen more white or skin-colored bumps along your cheeks, forehead, and chin. You've tried almost everything to get rid of them, and they won't go away! Is it keratosis pilaris? An allergic reaction to a skin care product?Well, surprise! It might be comedonal acne, otherwise known as closed comedones.What is Comedonal Acne? Comedonal acne is non-inflammatory, although it is considered the preliminary form of acne. This means if it is no
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Aug 11th 2021