Tag: skincare ingredients

Retinol is great and all (it really is, here's some proof), although it's not exactly the most approachable anti-aging skincare ingredient out there. Pregnant women can't use it, for one, while many avoid it because it tends to cause minor irritation like

To keep your skin looking young and feeling supple, don't skimp on the moisture. Of course, this is easier done with the help of skincare, be it through using your reliable serum nightly or slathering on moisturizer every day. That said, using products

Collagen is a kind of protein present in our bodies that sustains the structure of the skin, maintaining its firmness and elasticity. New York-based dermatologist Joshua Zeichner tells Allure it's considered as the main structural protein in our skin. However, our collagen production reaches its

Salicylic acid is one of the most popular anti-acne ingredients for a reason. This beta-hydroxy acid works hard, and by that we mean it works deep within the skin to lift away dirt, sebum, and dead skin to prevent them from becoming

The discussion surrounding alcohol in skincare is quite similar to the debate on whether oil is good for your skin—everyone just couldn't seem to agree. With alcohol, the argument is that it can dry out your skin—which is true to an extent,

We've all made skin mistakes in the past, and some of those mistakes leave a nasty reminder—a damaged skin barrier, to be exact. It's difficult to take back all those years of cleansing with harsh face washes and overexfoliating and get your

If you love the cute characters of BT21 and you're also a big K-beauty fan, then Innisfree's new collab is definitely something you NEED this July! The Korean beauty brand revealed a limited edition Super Volcanic Clay Mousse Mask, Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask

Chemical exfoliation often intimidates skincare newbies, partly because it involves using "acid" on your face. But FYI, these are good acids—not the kind that'll burn your skin off (unless you use something too strong and not recommended by your derm). In fact,

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that isn't only good for your body—it's also amazing for your skin. When used in serum form, it fights damage from free radicals, brightens your complexion, and refines the texture of your skin overtime. So if

Vitamin C has tons of skin benefits. This powerful antioxidant helps even out skin tone, protects us from sun damage, and increases our skin's turnover rate, among others. These are backed by years of dermatology research, too, so it's no wonder it's one of

Everyone with acne-prone skin knows that dealing with breakouts involves a lot of trial and error. Aside from trying to look for products that'll zap your zits, you also have to avoid whatever can make them worse. Thankfully, though, the latter is

At a time when people are opting for metal straws and organically grown produce, the shift to using sustainable beauty products is also becoming more popular. We asked Darleen Sy, a vegan 22-year-old social media writer, about how she changed up her

Your road to youth starts with the best base—your skin. Ahead, three skin experts weigh in on the signs of aging and the things that can come to your rescue."For the face, early signs are sun spots or melasma (small patches of

If you have sensitive skin, then you probably also have an entire checklist of skincare ingredients to avoid. And most likely, fragrance is in this list—not because you don't want your products to smell good, but because your dermatologist probably told you

To cut your product browsing time in half, it's best to keep a mental list of all the pimple-fighting ingredients that work well for your skin. This way, you can just skim through those long lists until you find exactly what you're

Turns out, we should be less concerned about when the signs of aging will show on our skin. After all, it will happen eventually. It's only a matter of what kind of steps you take to slow down the process, and we're

If you're doing serum research, it's inevitable that you come across products that already have a cult following. The abundance of rave reviews might even convince you to try them, because if so many people love it that much, why won't you?

Today, collagen supplements are generating buzz in the beauty industry, thanks to the various skin care benefits they provide, from suppler, smoother, and younger skin to stronger nails and hair. In the orthopedic field, where collagen has long been used for improving

I was born with extremely oily skin. I have accepted my fate, so I was always very religious in trying every bottle and tub of pore-purging products.Every time I went for a facial, though, the aesthetician would always point out that a