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Avobenzone

There are two types of sunscreen, chemical and physical. Physical sunscreens such as zinc oxide often congest your skin, leave a white cast and reduce the lasting power of make-up. This is where ch...

Skin Barrier Repair

The skin barrier is in the outermost layer of the epidermis, called the stratum corneum. It surrounds the skin cells, called keratinocytes. The skin barrier's function is to prevent water from eva...

Your Guide To Skin Purging

Are you experiencing breakouts after starting a new skincare product? It could be skin purging. Our blog post explains what skin purging is, how it differs from regular acne, and why it occurs. We'...

The Science Behind Sleep-Deprived Skin

Discover how sleep deprivation affects your skin's health and appearance. Learn the science behind sleep-deprived skin, its symptoms, and how to rejuvenate your complexion with expert tips and advi...

Improve enlarged pores

If you’ve tried every pore minimizer out there and haven’t seen positive results for your enlarged pores, don’t give up hope! Enlarged pores are an aesthetic concern for men and women of all ages,...

Keratosis Pilaris

If you have rough, sandpaper-like bumps on the backs of your arms or legs or other areas of your body, you may have keratosis pilaris, or KP. While harmless, KP bumps can be unsightly and annoying ...

Airless Packaging: Why is it important?

Medical-grade active ingredients break down in the presence of air and light. Dispensing products from non-airless packaging lets air in, causing these important ingredients to begin deteriorating...

Why do you need a facial cleanser with a low pH?

Cleansers do not stay on your skin long enough to reach deeper layers but play a critical role in your daily skincare routine. Most obviously, they clean your skin of dirt, excess oil, makeup, and...

Why does hyperpigmentation get darker before it gets lighter?

Ingredient Focus: Zinc Pyrithione