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One topic in the skincare world that is full of misinformation is silicone.  A variety of silicones make up a large group of really versatile ingredients in the cosmetic chemistry world. ...

It can be a bummer to deal with a damaged skin barrier. Your skin can feel dry and flaky . You'll also find it's more prone to inflammation, irritation, redness, (thinking...

You'll hear me talk about the skin's barrier often.  Why? Because: 1. The skin's barrier function is super fascinating to me - hello! I'm a skin science nerd, but also...

In my last post we learned about what hyperpigmentation is. Overall, hyperpigmentation is a common, typically harmless condition in which patches of skin become darker in color than the normal surrounding...

Hyperpigmentation is a common, typically harmless condition in which patches of skin become darker in color than the normal surrounding skin. If you see a sudden patch of darkened skin, do...

Since sensitive skin is a skin condition that many of us may go through at one point or another, it's helpful to have a few helpful tips in your back...

Does your skin ever seem extra sensitive? Many people say they have sensitive skin. However, sensitive skin isn’t easy to define. That’s because sensitive skin is a catch-all term, not...

Since we learned combination skin operates the same way as any other skin type, you'll just need a good, consistent skincare regimen. Consistency is the number one secret to your best skin, so all...

Combo Skin means your skin is both oily and dry. The best of both worlds, right? Many people believe they have a combination skin type. With combination skin you may...

As we've discussed before, dry skin occurs when skin doesn't retain sufficient moisture. And unfortunately, dry skin is not great for the aging process. This means ensuring you use the...

Oh no! So your skin is feeling dry? Why, oh why, you might ask. Well, friends, dry skin is actually potentially two different conditions. Dry skin is a skin type...

The best prevention for any skin type is to find a consistent skin care routine that works best for that skin type and to stick to it. Consistency really is...