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Exploring Popular Skincare Ingredients for Beginners

Kim Gallo Esthetics

For skincare beginners, the task of understanding all those labels and ingredients can seem daunting. But fear not, I'm here to guide you through some of the most popular skincare ingredients and what they do. Firstly, let's talk about active vs inactive ingredients. Next, we have natural vs synthetic ingredients.

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Bye Bye, Enlarged Pores: A Skincare Expert's Guide

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Do you have enlarged pores? Enlarged pores are a common skin concern and while they can't be completely eliminated, there are several things you can do to reduce their size and improve the appearance of your skin. In this blog post, we'll discuss what enlarged pores are, the causes and symptoms, and different ways to treat them.

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10 Anti-Aging Ingredients to Use for Brighter, Firmer, and More Youthful-Looking Skin

Renee Rouleau

In this post, I’ll share 10 of the best anti-aging ingredients in skincare. As a product formulator and esthetician with over 30 years of experience, I can confidently say that these ingredients are capable of creating real change in the skin. The 10 Best Anti-Aging Ingredients in Skincare 1. It’s truly a win-win.

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Acne Be Gone: Proven Treatments for Clear Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

At times, these glands can produce excess sebum, clogging pores and trapping bacteria and dead skin cells, leading to acne. Papules and Pustules: These are inflammatory types of acne that occur when the clogged pores become infected, leading to red and pus-filled bumps. What Causes Acne? It's best to use a gentle cleanser twice a day.

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The best ingredients for your skincare routine + client care plans for the esthetician in the treatment room

Southeastern Esthetics Institute

Along with your amazing ingredient knowledge! ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Ingredients that produce the CHANGE in the skin. ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Ingredients that produce the CHANGE in the skin. Tier 1: Over-the-Counter Products Contain small percentages/concentrations of active ingredients, if any.

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THD Ascorbate – Why Your Skin Needs THIS Type of Vitamin C

Renee Rouleau

As both a 35 year esthetician and a skincare product formulator trained in cosmetic chemistry, what I know for sure is there are a lot of false hopes being sold about the latest and greatest miracle ingredients and its so easy to fall into the marketing hype. So, lets do a deep dive into this ingredient, shall we?

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Glycolic Acid vs Salicylic Acid: What You Need to Know

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Glycolic acid also has hydrating and anti-aging properties, which make it a popular ingredient in moisturizers and serums. It has long been used as an acne treatment, as it works by exfoliating the skin and unclogging pores. BHAs are oil-soluble, which means they can penetrate deep into the pores.