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

Kim Gallo Esthetics

If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission As an esthetician, I’ve had the honor of witnessing the tides shift in the vast ocean of skincare, navigating the changing trends and technological breakthroughs that continually redefine the industry. We include products we think are useful for our readers.

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Acne Be Gone: Proven Treatments for Clear Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

I'm Kim Gallo, an esthetician and skincare expert with over two decades of experience in the industry. Acne is primarily caused by sebum - an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands. At times, these glands can produce excess sebum, clogging pores and trapping bacteria and dead skin cells, leading to acne.

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Exfoliating and Waxing | The Definitive Guide

Starpil Wax

Our estheticians know how crucial exfoliating is before waxing, but many of our clients are still wondering when and how they should exfoliate because of conflicting information out there. No client ever wants to do anything to negatively affect their waxing experience on purpose. How Often Should I Exfoliate Before Waxing?

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5 Ingredients That Will Actually Repair Your Skin Barrier

Renee Rouleau

When the moisture barrier becomes damaged (such as from over-exfoliation, retinol, and the use of harsh products), small, invisible cracks appear. Shea butter, jojoba oil and squalene have components similar to the structure of human sebum, making them a natural fit to protect your skin’s barrier.

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5 Ingredients That Will Actually Repair Your Skin Barrier

Renee Rouleau

When the moisture barrier becomes damaged (such as from over-exfoliation, retinol, and the use of harsh products), small, invisible cracks appear. Begin by avoiding harsh products that can cause further damage, such as strong exfoliants or high concentrations of active ingredients like retinol.

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What Are Milia And How Do You Get Rid Of Them?

Eminence Organics

While a whitehead is also a white bump and a closed comedone (a pore blockage covered by the skin), whiteheads also contain sebum as opposed to the keratin found in milia. How To Get Rid Of Milia There are two effective ways of eliminating milia: extractions and exfoliation.

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The Skincare Mixology Guide: Which Ingredients Should (and Shouldn't) Be Combined

Kim Gallo Esthetics

As an esthetician, one of the questions I'm most frequently asked by clients is whether or not it's safe to mix skincare products. Don't mix: Retinol should not be mixed with exfoliating ingredients such as AHAs and BHAs. People want to know which ingredients can be safely combined and which ones should be avoided.