Tag: Dry Skin
Dermatologists Swear By This Underrated Skincare Ingredient—Here's Why
The world of skincare is always buzzing with new ingredient trends. Ingredients like squalane, ceramides, and cica have recently featured in the spotlight—part of a bigger trend around supporting the skin barrier. But the thing is, when an ingredient goes viral, it doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s totally new. Squalane and ceramides have been used in skincare formulations for years, and cica has been a staple ingredient in Korean skincare products for decades.
We’re often so caught up in the … Read more
I’m an Esthetician and These Are the Best Skincare Ingredients of All
As an esthetician, I’m faced with skincare-related questions from clients, friends, colleagues, and even strangers on the internet, on an almost daily basis. While common questions include how to get rid of acne, the best way to treat dry skin, and product recommendations for dark under-eye circles, in the past year I’ve noticed an increase in questions related specifically to skincare ingredients. ‘When should I start using retinol?’, ‘is niacinamide good for acne-prone skin?, and ‘what is hyaluronic acid?’ are … Read more
15 Expert-Approved Tips To Help Combat Dry Skin
If you have dry skin, it sometimes feels as if no amount of moisturiser will quench your skin’s thirst and give it that covetable, radiant glow. While regular hydration is important, because of the numerous reasons that can cause dry skin (genetics, diet, and climate) it takes more than just finding the daily best moisturiser to truly treat severely dry skin. At its core, dry skin is the result of reduced sebum production. “Dry skin occurs when the skin is … Read more