The debate rages on: Is eye cream truly necessary, or is it just another pot of expensive promises? Some consider it the unsung hero of their skincare routine whereas some raise an eyebrow (albeit cautiously, to avoid wrinkling) at the very notion of what might be a fancier moisturizer. Well, I currently use three different …
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Minimal, thorough, and effective. No wonder powder cleansers are gaining the recognition they deserve! While other types of cleansers, such as foaming cleansers and gel cleansers, offer a mainstream cleansing experience, powder cleansers offer a more versatile and personalized approach to skincare. If you’ve never used one before, you’re missing out because powder cleansers fit …
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If you’re not into makeup primers, you probably rely on your moisturizer to help you create a smooth base for your makeup. And that makes a lot of sense. Moisturizers act as a hydration booster for your skin, creating an even, smooth canvas that helps your foundation glide on effortlessly. Not only do they lock …
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I’ve been layering toner after toner in complete awe of how smooth my skin looks afterward. And I’ve been acting like I’ve discovered the secret to youthful skin. As it turns out, toner layering is a Korean skincare practice called the 7-skin method. Well, I was going to name it the ‘Drench Method’ but it …
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First of all, you can use your face toner when you’re using retinol. And there are in fact amazing toners you can pair with your retinol. Whether it’s over-the-counter retinol serum or a tretinoin cream, you can utilize toners to help you minimize and sometimes even prevent some of the unpleasant side effects associated with …
5 Toners You Can Use with Retinol To Retinol-Proof Your Skin Read More »
City dwelling is jam-packed with excitement and surprises. And as a city dweller, you rely on your senses to prepare your skin for everything as soon as you step out of your apartment to mix in with the crowd. If you feel the sunlight from the window is a bit too warm, you apply a …
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While eye creams are must-haves for some, they’re considered frivolous for others. It’s because an eye cream, though half the amount of face cream, can cost more than a basic moisturizer. But that’s where drugstore eye creams come in. Some of the most effective ingredients to tackle undereye concerns such as wrinkles, puffiness, and dark …
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We’ve all dealt with skin dryness at some point and come across terms like skin barrier. Well, transepidermal water loss (TEWL) is the missing piece of this whole puzzle that ties everything together. Because TEWL is closely related to skin hydration, and skin barrier function. So if you’re dealing with dryness and you’re not exactly …
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It’s been almost a decade since I found out I have rosacea. I had persistent redness and acne-like bumps on my face and I had no idea why. Over the years, I worked with my dermatologist to manage my rosacea. During that time, it was mostly on me to find out what my daily triggers …
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We part with completely smooth, even skin when we grow out of our baby skin. Whether we like it or not, we do have and will always have skin texture irregularities. It took me years to accept that. And during those times when I was trying to achieve the skin of my dreams, I ended …
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