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The saying “you get what you pay for” doesn’t always hold true in skincare. Yes, high-quality products typically cost more. Unfortunately, though, there are plenty of clever cons out there too. Brands know that if they charge more, people will think the product is higher-quality when in reality they’re selling your garden variety $8 cleanser with a $60 price tag.So how do you make sure you’re actually getting a great product for the price? One st...

If you think a quick swipe of your face with a pad soaked with makeup remover is enough to clean your face each night, think again.For an intensive, deep cleanse before you roll into bed in the evening, you should invest your time into double cleansing.Double cleansing is one of the most effective ways to achieve deeply purified, smooth, and glowing skin. Unlike some laborious skincare steps and complex cosmetic treatments, double cleansing is su...

Elephant in the room: most skincare is geared toward women. Women tend to put more thought and effort into their appearance so skincare brands aim to appeal to them. But the truth is that there are plenty of men out there who care about their skin health and appearance too, and not all skincare advice for women works for men too. Well today, stereotypes can take a hike because I’m dedicating this blog to those guys who want youthful, comfort...

It’s 2020, and more and more people realize that it’s cool to care about the planet. Many of us are upping our recycling game, and brands are becoming more sustainable and environmentally friendly.However, many of the products we use to clean and beautify our bodies are still damaging to us and the planet. Some brands that market themselves as green are often packed with harmful ingredients that negatively affect our skin, health, and the earth.I...

The last time you heard a skincare ad, how many words did you actually understand? Sometimes advertisers throw out industry terms and ingredients like “collagen synthesis” or “hyaluronic acid” but they don’t explain why those things matter.The word “peptides” tends to have that problem too. You may have seen that word all over the skincare world but advertisers don’t take the time to explain it, and how many of us want to spend our valuable time...