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Exploring Popular Skincare Ingredients for Beginners

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Active ingredients in toners can include witch hazel for calming and soothing, or vitamin C for brightening. Common active ingredients found in serums include retinol for anti-aging, vitamin C for brightening, and niacinamide for overall skin health. They come in various forms such as creams, lotions, and oils.

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

Renee Rouleau

Niacinamide Niacinamide, also known as nicotinamide, is a form of niacin (vitamin B3). It’s a very effective anti-aging ingredient, as it can brighten the skin, minimize the appearance of pores, and boost collagen production. Renée Rouleau Products: Skin Correcting Serum and Pore + Wrinkle Perfecting Serum 2.

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Treatment Masks - The Treat That's Not Just For Professional Treatments

The Organic Esthetician

Used after exfoliation and extractions during a facial, masks soothe calm and moisturize, supporting the lipid barrier. Josh Rosebrook’s rich and nourishing Advanced Hydration Mask offers a blend of plant oils and butters loaded with moisturizing factors, in addition to nutrient-dense herbs and plant extracts. Great for all skin types.

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Unmasking the Magic: A Guide to Types of Face Masks for Your Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

These masks can help unclog pores, reduce inflammation, and improve the overall texture of your skin. Peel-off Masks Best for: Exfoliation and pore-refining Peel-off masks form a thin film on the skin's surface that, when removed, takes with it dead skin cells, dirt, and other impurities.

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Facials Before Your Wedding: Skincare Routine for Flawless Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Increased cortisol levels (the hormone responsible for stress) can lead to overproduction of oil, clogged pores, and breakouts. Treatments such as an acne-clearing facial or purifying oxygen facial can help deep clean your pores, eliminate breakout-causing bacteria, and soothe inflammation. Happy wedding planning!

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5 Red Flags During a Facial, Plus What to Do If Your Treatment Goes Wrong

Renee Rouleau

It’s also good to let your esthetician know if you’re getting a facial with a certain event in mind—if you’re attending a wedding in two days, you won’t want to get extractions or a crazy strong peel since these can both result in light flaking for a few days. The biggest culprit is usually extractions.

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My Favorite Conductivity Gels + DIY Conductivity Gel Recipe

The Organic Esthetician

Synthetic Colorants : While often linked to cancer, synthetic dyes are known to cause skin irritation and clog pores. Organic Aloe Vera Gel Aloe is full of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids that help soothe and hydrate the skin. Aside from the DIY recipe, I’m about to show you, this is the most cost-effective option to use.