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20+ Years in the Skincare Industry: Advice From an Esthetician

Kim Gallo Esthetics

The accessibility of tools and treatments prompts questions about their efficacy and safety, reminding us to trust professionals for guidance and comprehensive understanding. They can help determine the appropriate concentration and frequency to achieve the best results without risking potential irritation.

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Retinol Serum: Is It Safe for Kids and Teens?

First Derm

Social media significantly influences the popularity of retinol among young people, leading to increased experimentation without considering safety. However, there are concerns about the safety of using retinol on younger skin due to the physiological differences between children’s and adults’ skin.

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The Truth About 'Clean Beauty': What It Really Means for Your Skin

Enlightened Beauty

While many clean beauty products do use natural ingredients, the focus is really on safety and effectiveness. It's like having a brainy best friend vet your products for ingredient safety and transparency. It's all about finding that sweet spot between safety and effectiveness. Another myth? First up, your skin.

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How can I tell if a product will cause acne? Episode 155

The Beauty Brains

The second is the result of follicular irritation and that takes weeks to occur. About the best you can do is buy products that are labeled as “non-comedogenic.” There’s a rating scale published by ARPANSA which stands for Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency. We’re talking about the rabbit ear assay.

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Linoleic Acid vs Oleic Acid: What's the Difference?

Aesthetics Advisor

Thanks to its rich feeling on the skin, it is ideal for those with particularly dry, irritated mature skin. Non Comedogenic Although noncomedogenic safflower oil can be used for different skin types it works especially well for those with oily acne prone skin. Consists of 72.31 Linoleic Acid and 16 Oleic Acid.