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

Renee Rouleau

We’ve all been there—you buy a new skincare product only to use it a handful of times before the novelty wears off. Does skincare expire? Keep reading to learn all about skincare expiration, including how to read dates and symbols, how to tell if a product is past its prime, and how to extend the life of your favorite formulas.

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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've seen a shift from simple routines to intricate layering methods.

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Cosmetic Dermatology in the Digital Age: How to Harness Technology and Uphold Safety and Ethics

The Dermatology Digest

Cosmetic dermatologists must learn to harness technology while upholding the core values of safety, ethics, and patient satisfaction, writes Neelam Vashi, MD, an Associate Professor of Dermatology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in Boston, MA, in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.

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

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Do you want to take your skincare routine to the next level? Are you wondering what the difference is between medical-grade skincare products and over-the-counter products? In this blog post, we will discuss the key differences between medical-grade skincare and over-the-counter products - so you can decide which route is best for you.

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

Renee Rouleau

Lately, you may have noticed an alarming trend of skincare and beauty brands being called out for mold growing in their products. 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. It’s just something you can’t get around.

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If Fragrance In Skincare Scares You, Read This

Renee Rouleau

In the world of skincare, few topics are as hotly debated as fragrance. When it comes to the chemistry involved in creating complex skincare formulas, things are rarely black and white. Aside from having the same point of origin, petroleum products found in skincare have almost nothing to do with the fuel you’re thinking of.

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