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Salicylic, Lactic, and Glycolic Acids: Explaining AHAs and BHAs in skincare
We have all heard about AHAs and BHAs and how we must use them in our routine to achieve the ultimate flawless skin. But has anyone explained what AHAs and BHAs are? When I shop for my products, the ingredients are labeled as glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or lactic acid. So which ones are AHAs, and which ones are BHAs? What are AHAs and BHAs? AHAs (alpha-hydroxy acids) and BHAs (beta-hydroxy acids) are categories of acids derived from natural or organic ingredients. AHAs in skincare a
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May 5th 2022
How to get rid of stretch marks in time for summer
Through the years, many of us develop stretch marks for various reasons. Puberty, pregnancy, quick weight gain or loss, and genetics can all have a hand in putting scars on the skin. While some of us look for ways to get rid of stretch marks, there are just as many people who are unbothered by them. After all, stretch marks are widespread, completely natural, and tell a story as all scars do. Being proud of your body and wanting to reduce the appearance of stretch marks don't have to be a negati
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Apr 21st 2022
How to restore skin pigmentation FAQs
What is skin pigmentation?Hyperpigmentation is not necessarily a condition but the term used to describe skin that looks darker than your skin tone. It can be visible in small patches or cover large body areas and affect you entirely. Sometimes, people experience a change in the color of their skin. While it's not always harmful and can be caused by sunspots or melasma (a typeface-like appearance), you should know what causes them so that they don't progress untreated into something more serious
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Apr 13th 2022
Fruit Enzymes in Skincare FAQs
Many people are talking about new complexion launches lately—and the enzymes used in skincare seem to be on everyone's mind. What exactly is an enzyme? And should we all take advantage of this powerful, natural ingredient for our skincare needs? Enzymes act as catalysts that help speed up our body's reaction when it comes time to do their work (such as digestion or metabolism). Depending on their assigned task, there can be different types: amino acid-based ones will digest food, while another m
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Apr 8th 2022
What is a balanced pH, and how does it affect your skin?
Hydrogen (pH) measures how acidic or alkaline a substance might be. If your skin has too much acid, you may experience problems with its health and integrity- from breakouts to inflammation. But what if your skin is not pH neutral? If your skin's pH is not balanced, there will be other problems, such as dryness, leading to issues like allergies to particular products or environmental changes.What is a balanced skin pH scale?Make sure your skin is acidic by drinking more water, eating foods with
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Mar 25th 2022