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The internet is abuzz with the latest skincare trend: skin cycling. If you're not familiar, skin cycling is a method of using different products on different days to target specific skincare concerns. For acne treatments, for example, you might use a retinol product on Mondays to combat wrinkles, swap it out for a hydrating mask on Wednesdays to address dryness, and finish the rest days the week with a brightening serum on Fridays. This trend was popularized by TikTok users, who have been s …

Vitamin C Alternatives Are you looking for a vitamin C alternative that is gentle on your skin? There are several options available that can provide the same benefits as traditional vitamin C products. Here are a few to consider: niacinamide, Indian ginseng, carotenoids, and viniferine. Each of these ingredients can help to brighten your skin, protect it from damage, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Talk to your esthetician or dermatologist to find out which one would be b …

Standing in the high altitudes of the Himalayan region, at a temperature, you or I would freeze in, is a small shrub that can withstand rough weather conditions that come along with a high altitude environment; this "miracle" Sea Buckthorn plant produces seeds, leaves, and berries known as Sea Buckthorn extract. If this sounds too exclusive, keep reading. The truth is this ingredient is found in quite a few beauty products, and the benefits of its omega fatty acid-producing powers allow this …

"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 …

Like many things, skincare ingredients also experience waves of popularity. So we rounded up 35 trending skincare ingredients and explained what they do and how they work. 1. Aloe VeraType of ingredient: Skin sootherBenefits: Hydrates, soothes, and calms the skin. Perfect for those looking to soothe and moisturize their skin from sunburn.Works best with: To maximize its soothing properties, use other anti-inflammatory ingredients.Do not mix with: Avoid using this with alcohol whi …