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Anyone interested in skincare has probably already heard about retinol. Although it may sound like an intimidating ingredient at first (with various side effects like purging and dry skin), it actually does wonders for your skin once you get past that stage!To

We all know that eye creams can be dubbed as the most difficult skincare product to work with, because they can either help your eye concerns or do nothing at all. The skin around our eyes is also the thinnest and most

A good day cream could be your skin’s saving grace. To think, it does the job well of boosting moisture levels while providing sun protection at once! There are also many formulas out there that come with additional youth-reviving and brightening properties,

We've all seen the strange beauty trends that have existed throughout the years, we never thought that dolphins would eventually become a beauty icon. Apparently, for both celebrities and makeup artists alike, the shiny and wet skin of the mammal peeking out

Serums make your skincare routine more powerful than it already is. It elevates the effect of your everyday steps, doing all the heavy lifting so all you need to do is wait for results. And aside from being consistent, the most important

Chemical peels being exclusive to skin clinics are a thing of the past. Though we should leave the heavy-duty ones to the pros, you can DIY an exfoliating facial at home and still experience transformative results. The secret? Opt for products formulated

Not to break your heart this early on, but the truth is that we can't actually make our pores smaller. As much of a bummer that is, however, your pursuit for smoother skin isn't entirely hopeless. That's because even if you can't shrink

The eyes are the very first place to show signs of stress and lack of sleep. Case in point: those dark circles, puffiness, dryness, or even fine lines that you see after your typical all-nighter. It happens to everyone, and if you're

With how often most of us edit our skin regimens, you can never really have too many serum recommendations. In fact, after virtually raiding celebrities' serum collections, I was just left wondering about what other women have in their rotation. The more options the

The thing with being home and makeup free is that we tend to scrutinize our faces more. And you will agree with me when I say that your eyes, and the condition of the skin around them, have the power to brighten

Contrary to popular belief, you don't actually need to change that much about your skincare once you hit your 40s. The essentials, like your cleanser and sunscreen, can stay the same, but you do have the option of upgrading your treatment products

There's no denying that once your hit your 30s, your skin does a full 180. The products you used in your teens might not be cutting it anymore, especially in the hydration department. It never hurts to have some age-defying perks to

Hyperpigmentation, or dark spots as most of us call it, is a common skin issue that affects basically everyone. It could be caused by sun damage, aging, or acne, and it falls under two general categories—the kind that fades almost immediately and

Practicing safe sun means creating an armor against the sun’s harmful rays. Aside from the body and face, these delicate spots need extra attention, too. Remember that the eyes and lips possess thin, delicate skin and can show the first signs of

For our third installment of Beauty Lingo (we did two features on retinol and hyaluronic acid), we shine the spotlight on another anti-aging ingredient, alpha hydroxy acid, more commonly referred to as AHA. Used mainly as an exfoliant, this ingredient helps slough

Printed multiple times on different anti-aging products, retinol seems to be the star player when it comes to fighting off wrinkles, but what it does is still a mystery to most. On the simplest level, most can explain retinol as a form

Like many things in life, sometimes all you need is a solid foundation. When it comes to skin, this is where skincare comes in. With the proper products to nourish your skin, your makeup goes on smoother, acne flare-ups become a thing

I’ve been having quite the love-hate relationship with Manila summers these past few years—beach getaways and sexy, balmy nights notwithstanding, the extreme weather has been a challenge for fair-skinned beauty girls like me. Near-40-degree temps are welcome when you’re laying out on