Using Glycolic Acid Without Skin Purging, Redness and Burning 
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Using Glycolic Acid Without Skin Purging, Redness and Burning 

This blog will teach you the science behind using glycolic acid without skin purging, redness and burning . Skin purging can occur when starting a new skin care routine or using a new skin care product for the first time. It’s a process where your skin adjusts. But what if it’s not an adjustment but the…

IS VITAMIN A THE SAME AS RETINOL?
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IS VITAMIN A THE SAME AS RETINOL?

What is Vitamin A?   A powerful skincare active, retinol—alongside other retinoids, such as retinoic acid and retinyl palmitate—is essentially a form of retinoid, or vitamin A,  which is one of the body’s key nutrients for boosting cell turnover.   Vitamin A is considered to be one of the most proven ingredients in skincare, because it promotes…

Understanding Glycolic Acid and Skin Purging vs. Acne
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Understanding Glycolic Acid and Skin Purging vs. Acne

When you add a new product to your trusty skincare routine, it is not always smooth sailing! Let’s further discuss the role glycolic acid has a skin care ingredient and also what role it can play in the purging process. Skin care products featuring active ingredients like glycolic acid (a type of Alpha Hydroxy Acid) can stimulate the skin’s renewal process,…

Acne Help for Adults and Teens 
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Acne Help for Adults and Teens 

Acne among adults is as real an issue as it is for teenagers, and there’s help available if you’re looking in the right place. Acne is a skin condition that affects over 15% of adult women and 5% of adult men. Combined with a jumble of old wives’ tales and ‘miracle cures’, acne can be an emotionally painful and frustrating ordeal for teens and adults alike. While…