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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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5 Ingredients That Will Actually Repair Your Skin Barrier

Renee Rouleau

In recent years, the emphasis on maintaining a healthy and resilient skin barrier has surged in popularity, yet the ingredients responsible for repair aren’t often talked about. So, What Ingredients and Methods are Best to Repair Your Barrier? Look for ingredients like phytosphingosine, ceramide AP, and ceramide NP.

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5 Ingredients That Will Actually Repair Your Skin Barrier

Renee Rouleau

Maintaining a strong and healthy skin barrier has never been more important, yet the key ingredients for skin barrier repair often don’t get the spotlight they deserve. This trend highlights a growing awareness of the natural, effective ingredients that can truly restore and protect the skin, making it more resilient and radiant.

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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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How To Decongest Clogged Pores

Eminence Organics

How To Decongest Clogged Pores When you think of clogs, your mind may wander to drains and sinks but — while faulty plumbing may be alarming — we think there’s an even more distressing location for blockage: your clogged pores. What Are Clogged Pores? However, many beauty experts advise against these products for blackheads.

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

Kim Gallo Esthetics

People want to know which ingredients can be safely combined and which ones should be avoided. In this guide, I'll discuss which ingredients should and shouldn't be combined, and why. I'll also provide a list of ingredients that work well together and can be safely mixed. The answer, as with most things in life, is: it depends.