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Glow Up Now! Your Beginner's Guide to Skincare Routines

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Additional Steps for Targeted Concerns Once you have the basics down, you can start incorporating additional steps to address specific skin issues. For example, a vitamin C serum can brighten your skin, while a hyaluronic acid serum can boost hydration. Vitamin C Serum $104.00 Vitamin C Serum $104.00

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How to prevent hyperpigmentation

American Esthetician Organization

It helps block harmful UVA and UVB rays that can darken your skin. Using skincare products filled with antioxidants like Vitamin C can support healthy skin and slow down melanin overproduction. Picking at the skin can increase inflammation, triggering more melanin production.

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Using CO2 Laser + Other Modalities to Treat Skin Pigmentation

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Notable actives include: Vitamin C: Known for its antioxidant properties, vitamin C helps inhibit melanin production, protecting skin from oxidative stress that can worsen pigmentation. Kojic Acid: Derived from mushrooms, kojic acid inhibits tyrosinase, an enzyme necessary for melanin production.

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How To Apply Serums, Oils And Concentrates

Eminence Organics

Facial oils are designed to provide hydration and keep moisture in the skin and usually contain botanical and herbal ingredients to nourish the skin. In comparison, serums contain a high concentration of active ingredients that target a multitude of skin issues at once (like wrinkles and fine lines) and have a gel-like texture.

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Top Nutritional Secrets to Combat Skin Ageing

Alison Bladh

Nutritional Strategies to Mitigate Skin Ageing Certain nutrients may help slow skin ageing and reduce common age-related skin issues: Vitamin C : Essential for collagen stabilisation and combating UV-induced free radicals.

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The Benefits of Glycerin—How to Harness This Moisture Magnet for Glowing Skin

Renee Rouleau

This means it attracts water molecules like a magnet to increase water content in the skin. This is an incredibly important function because it helps prevent dehydrated skin ( not to be confused with dry skin ). The more hydrated your skin is, the more light it will be able to reflect.

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How Nutrition Affects Your Skin Health

American Esthetician Organization

Vitamins and Minerals for Skin Health Vitamins and minerals play a crucial role in maintaining healthy skin. Vitamin C, for example, is essential for collagen production, which helps to keep the skin firm and elastic. Vitamin E is another important nutrient for skin health.