Looking to add retinol to your skincare routine for the first time? Here’s my ultimate guide about retinol for beginners. We’re going to be talking about what retinol is, the best retinol products for beginners, how to use it, and…
Skincare Ingredients 101
From salicylic acid to vitamin c, the list of skincare ingredients is endless. It can seem confusing trying to figure out what ingredient to use to treat your skin concern, but understanding how they work can help. Today I’ll be…
Can You Use Niacinamide With Vitamin C?
There are a LOT of “buzzword” ingredients out there in the industry. It’s easy to get overwhelmed trying to figure out what skincare ingredients you can and can’t mix. One common question I get often is, “can you use niacinamide…
The Different Kinds of Vitamin C Ingredients
If you’re looking for an ingredient to treat hyperpigmentation, vitamin c often comes highly recommended. It’s popular for a reason – it’s a great antioxidant and can help with improving collagen production and uneven skin tone. However, did you know…
Azelaic Acid Benefits & Recommendations
In my opinion, azelaic acid is THE ingredient of 2021. It’s all over Instagram and TikTok and is the most up and coming skincare ingredient. Azelaic acid is still gaining traction and I think more azelaic acid products will be…
The Six Acne-Fighting Ingredients You Need to Know About
There are thousands of acne products on the market, but the majority of them use the same six acne-fighting ingredients. We’ve talked about the main causes of acne, so today we’re going to be breaking down the main acne-fighting ingredients….
Six Esthetician-Approved Skincare Ingredients to Add to Your Routine
There are so many popular skincare ingredients in the industry world right now. You might be wondering, what do I really need to add to my routine? I’ve teamed up with my friend Tara, fellow esthetician and blogger at Skininformant,…
8 Skincare Ingredients Not to Mix (and 8 You Should)
Retinol, niacinamide, salicylic acid, vitamin c – there are SO many active ingredients in the market right now. You might be wondering, how do I use all of these ingredients together? Which ones should I avoid combining? I’m here to…