Skin Fundamentals
Alcohol in Skincare: Why It's Used & What to Avoid
Youβve probably seen alcohol listed on your skincare products, sometimes near the top of the ingredient list, sometimes hidden under unfamiliar nam...
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How Long Does Skincare Take to Work? | Dermalist Expert Guide
One of the most common questions Iβm asked as a skin therapist is: βHow long will it take before I see results?βThe truth is, your skin doesnβt tra...
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How Lactic Acid Works: The Science & Real Benefits
Lactic acid isnβt just another AHA in the crowded skincare world, itβs the ingredient dermatologists and skin experts reach for when they want resu...
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How to Read and Understand Skincare Ingredient Lists (Without Losing Your Mind)
Skincare shelves can feel like theyβve been designed to confuse you. Ingredient lists (INCI names) are full of complex chemical names, botanical La...
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Why premium skincare outperforms cheap copycats every time
βWhy pay for expensive products when the ingredients look the same on the label?β The assumption is simple: if the ingredient list looks similar, t...
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The Skin Microbiome, Skin Barrier & Visible Aging
A new study published in the British Journal of Dermatology has uncovered a surprising connection between your skin microbiome - the ecosystem of b...
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Minimalist Travel Skincare Routine
Travel is stressful on your skin. Dry aeroplane air, changing climates, sunscreen reapplications, late nights - they all take a toll. Yet most peop...
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Minimal Evening Skincare Routine | How to Repair & Renew Overnight
At night, your skin switches into recovery mode - repairing, renewing, and preparing for tomorrow. A minimalist evening skincare routine focuses on...
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Minimal Morning Skincare Routine | 3 Essential Steps for Radiant Skin
A minimalist skincare routine isnβt about doing less for your skin β itβs about doing more with fewer, smarter products. In the morning, your skin ...
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Peptides vs Retinol β Which Is Better for Anti-Ageing?
When it comes to anti-ageing skincare, two ingredients dominate the conversation: peptides and retinol. Both are clinically proven to reduce fine l...
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Peptides in Skincare: Benefits for Radiant, Youthful Skin
Peptides have become one of the most talked-about ingredients in skincare, and for good reason. These small but powerful molecules are the building...
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Best Anti-Aging Skincare Routine: The Science-Backed Steps That Actually Work
When it comes to aging gracefully, most visible signs of skin aging are preventable, not inevitable. Fine lines, pigmentation, dullness, and loss o...
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