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When Do Skincare Products Expire & Are They Still Safe to Use?

Renee Rouleau

Most skincare products guarantee safety and freshness for two years, although some can last up to three years and others can last less (especially if they’re organic). Are the ingredients separating? Natural” or “organic” products that contain natural ingredients and don’t use preservatives are the exception.

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

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Emerging technology has afforded us the luxury of ingredients and treatments from around the globe, challenging us to balance traditional wisdom with progressive science. Ingredients like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and retinol are some of the powerhouses that can work wonders for your skin. Simplicity often wins.

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Sunscreen safety and the FDA situation: Huberman’s skincare podcast response (Part 2)

Lab Muffin Beauty Science

The most controversial topic in Dr Andrew Huberman’s skincare episode is probably sunscreen safety, which is hugely misunderstood even by scientists and medical doctors.

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Medical Grade Skincare vs. Over-the-Counter Products: What’s the Difference?

Kim Gallo Esthetics

They also contain a higher concentration of active ingredients compared to OTC products, which can make a major difference in the results you experience. Higher quality Because medical-grade products are developed and tested by medical professionals, they are held to higher standards and must pass rigorous tests for safety and performance.

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If Fragrance In Skincare Scares You, Read This

Renee Rouleau

As we’ve collectively embraced the concept of strengthening our moisture barriers, we’ve also eschewed irritating ingredients that can weaken or disrupt those barriers. While this is mostly a good thing, I also think some ingredients have been unfairly demonized. In the world of skincare, few topics are as hotly debated as fragrance.

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New Sunscreen Ingredients: Unmet Needs and Key Considerations

The Dermatology Digest

New sunscreen ingredients are needed to help assuage patient safety concerns and lower skin cancer rates. Some new sunscreen ingredients are already approved in the European Union (EU) and are being studied in the US. Bemotrizinol can be added to sunscreens to protect against both UVA and UVB rays.

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Mold in Skincare: When an Increase in Trends Leads to a Decrease in Testing

Renee Rouleau

This really got me thinking—as Head of New Product Development at my company, it’s always been my responsibility to ensure the safety and quality of our products. Grab any skincare product off your vanity and look at the ingredient list—chances are, water is a top ingredient. What Causes Mold To Grow In Skincare Products?

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