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Pore Strips, Glue And Other Skin Trends To Avoid

Eminence Organics

Pore Strips, Glue And Other Skin Trends To Avoid Written By (old): Marle Tyrrell If you’re anything like us, your social media feed is showing you a lot of so-called "skin care trends" that claim to help you achieve the best possible complexion. Unfortunately, pore strips aren’t all they’re cracked up to be.

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Ultimate Guide For Oily Skin: Everything You Need To Know

Eminence Organics

Oily Skin Is Hereditary Oily skin is linked to a hereditary disposition to overproduce the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT) which triggers an excess of sebum production in the skin. We need sebum — the oily, waxy substance that lubricates the skin — to keep our moisture barrier intact, but overproduction can become problematic.

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Which Oil Or Serum Is Best For Your Skin?

Eminence Organics

Your genes determine the amount of oil secreted by your sebaceous glands, the size of your pores and the texture of your skin. Normal Skin Normal skin can best be described as “well-balanced”: It has even sebum production and moisture content. Dry Skin Dry skin produces less sebum than normal skin.

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Retinol vs. Tretinoin: Which One is Right for Your Skin?

Kim Gallo Esthetics

It is an antioxidant that helps to reduce wrinkles and improve the tone and texture of the skin. Benefits of tretinoin and retinol on your skin Retinol is a great option for those who are just starting to see signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles. It will help boost collagen production and improve overall skin texture.

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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. Suitable for all skin types, this cleanser also contains red clover extract to help shrink pores and smooth the skin.

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

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Retinol One of the most popular skincare ingredients, retinol is derived from vitamin A and is used to treat a variety of skin concerns, including wrinkles, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation. AHAs work by dissolving the bonds that hold dead skin cells together, while BHAs penetrate deeper into the pores to remove sebum and other impurities.

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Ingredients Demystified: Anti-Aging Meets Acne-Safe

Lipgloss and Aftershave

So how do we help our clients fight both wrinkles AND breakouts? Anti-aging products are rich, creamy, and pore-clogging ( read: exacerbate acne! ) The solution is acne-safe hydration: products with non-pore clogging ingredients that are rich enough to intensely hydrate the skin.