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  • 5 Science-Based Hacks To Make The Most Of Your Facial Oils

    In winter, my skincare routine is taken over by facial oils. They melt away makeup and impurities without drying out my skin. Turn up the hydration level a notch or two. Seal in moisture so the cold winds can’t steal it all away. My skin would be a dry, flaky mess without them. I’m sure […]

  • The Truth About Fermented Skincare: Does It Work?

    Have you been eating your bacteria lately? I try to sneak a bottle of kefir or a pot of Greek yogurt into my diet every day. I feel SO much better since I’ve started doing it. Now my mood is lighter. That inner critic in my head doesn’t show up as often. And my skin […]

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    Is Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate The Best Form Of Vitamin C?

    Another form of Vitamin C? Aren’t there a gazillion already?! L-Ascorbic Acid is the pure (and most unstable) one Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate is super stable Ascorbyl Glucosamine is better at fading dark spots I could go on, but let’s leave it at that, shall we? Point is: yes, there are already a gazillion forms of […]

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    TCA Peel VS Glycolic Acid Peel: Which One Is Better For You?

    I don’t go for facials often (I believe the less you do to your skin, the better), but when I do, I usually opt for a glycolic acid peel. It smoothes out my skin’s texture, evens out its tone and makes my wrinkles look smaller. The best part? There’s no pain or downtime. Well, maybe […]

  • The Complete Guide To Vitamins In Skincare

    Are you eating your vitamins? No, I’m not talking to you. I know you’re a good girl who’s eating her veggies, RIGHT? I’m talking to your skin. It needs its own daily fix of vitamins to stay beautiful and young. But, which ones should it eat, and when? I know, it can be confusing. That’s […]