Tag: retinol

When approaching your mid-20s, skin aging slowly becomes a major concern, and the best ingredient to address it will always be retinol. Retinol is an over-the-counter formulation of retinoid, a vitamin A derivative that diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

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

For all you night owls out there, we understand how much you want to hit snooze repeatedly on your alarm every morning. But with the demands of school and work, we’re tasked to wake up a little early to prep even after

For some of us, no matter how much you scrub with physical exfoliation products, our skin can still feel rough and bumpy after a hearty wash. If these bumps resemble goosebumps, but are in strained red or brown spots, chances are you

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

I've been a beauty editor for many years now, but I do admit that I still get confused with mixing and matching products for my routine. There are certain actives when layered over each other do more harm than good. On the

It has probably been almost a year since your last visit to the dermatologist, so you may or may not have taken it upon yourself to experiment with different products to solve your skin woes. But before you get too excited, here's

The internet has always been a great source of beauty advice and trends. A quick search can get you all the details you need in a matter of seconds. That said, it is also a hotspot for a ton of misleading information,

The pimples may have gone but unfortunately, they tend to leave marks and scars on your skin. Don't panic or be disappointed yet because there is still hope. You just have to be label-savvy and keen with the products you put on

Skin experts deem vitamin A derivatives like retinol as the holy grail ingredient for anti-aging. Its skin-renewing benefits makes it the answer to a long list of common skincare concerns—acne, wrinkles, and dark spots, included. In fact, even if you have none of those issues, having retinol

Your skin goes through many changes in your 30s. According to dermatologist Dr. Gaile Robredo-Vitas, "this is because your skin starts to degrade collagen and elastin more than it is making them." You might be experiencing more dryness in certain parts of your face, or you may

Did you know that Sandara Park is already in her mid-30s? Yup, she is, and we'll let you process that information for a second. If we're being honest, we wouldn't know that either if we didn't look it up, because in our eyes,

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

It may be physically impossible to shrink your pores (thanks, genetics!), but you do have more than enough options to make them look smaller and "tighter" than they really are. And don't worry, most of them won't require you to put on

Out of all the breakouts we can get, blackheads are by far the most persistent. They'll keep coming back as long as you haven't found the best way to remove them (not pore strips, by the way)—but don't worry, because we plan to

When you delve into the world of skincare, it can be quite overwhelming for beginners. There are a lot of products out in the market right now, with each one addressing a different concern. You may think that you can just layer

The only thing we hear about as often as retinoids is its intimidating side effects. Once you start using this potent ingredient, it starts a process called "retinization" on your skin, which takes the form of redness, peeling, and dryness. Definitely not

At night, you're allowed to be as extra as you want with your skincare routine. It's the time to indulge in all your favorite masks, serums, and creams without worrying about looking too shiny—you'll just be going to sleep, after all. But

Actives, acids, or active ingredients are made to target specific problem areas, from acne marks to hyperpigmentation, that your average face wash-and-moisturizer combo can't fix. But because they're so potent, they’re highly reactive. Retinols, for one, don’t mesh well with AHAs and BHAs, and other