Taking the guesswork out of skincare
Have you heard? The French swear a glass of red wine at dinner is the secret behind their youthful complexion. I don’t drink wine (boring teetotal here!), so I need to get my fix in another way. And that got me wondering… What if I add grape seed extract to my skincare routine? You’ve heard […]
Got oily skin and your Vitamin C serum makes you breakout? You’re not imagining things. There are lots of different types of Vitamin C out there, but only one is suitable for oily skin: Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (or SAP, for short). I usually recommend the original form of Vitamin C, L-Ascorbic Acid, to all my […]
What are the best Murad products? Dr Murad’s philosophy is simple: skincare is healthcare. His brand is all about bringing you actives that really work, so you can slow down premature aging, fight acne, and achieve all your skin goals. Does it deliver? For the most part, yes. But, like every skincare brand, Murad has […]
What are the best Dr Dennis Gross skincare products? I have a soft spot for this brand. Unlike a lot of dermatologist founded brands who sell you basic concoctions at inflated prices, Dr Dennis Gross uses actives like vitamin C and retinol that really helps keep those pesky wrinkles off your face. But… everything costs […]
Can you use retinol and salicylic acid together? These two acne fighters are a must to treat breakouts – and keep them from coming back. But, word on the street is they don’t play well with each other. They can cancel each other out or, worse, give you a bad case of irritation. Is that […]
Have you heard? There’s a new skin-lightener on the block. It’s called ellagic acid. Rumour has it, it’s as effective as hydroquinone, the gold standard for treating dark spots. Hydroquinone works but has severe side effects. It’s harsh on the skin, can lead to dryness, and even lead to permanent blue patches on darker skin […]
