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We’re all busy people. Most of us don’t put much thought into the ingredients in our skin care. Either we keep buying our same trusty products or if we’re wanting something new, we head to the store, read the marketing claims on the bottles, and pick one that sounds good.That’s why sometimes, when you see products marketed as being free from certain ingredients (“paraben-free,” “phthalate-free,” and so on), it takes you by surprise. You think, “W...

In many industries, the best brands are the ones you’ve heard about and revered for years. Everyone knows the top fashion designers and furniture brands that make the most long-lasting products, so in general, if you see a product from a brand you’ve never heard of, you assume it’s lower quality. The skin care world is different. The most well-known household names are usually drug store brands. People don’t generally talk...

Believe it or not, sunscreen is beneficial all year round. Whether you’re out on the beach enjoying the summer sun or working next to a window on a cloudy winter day, harmful UV rays are always present. Your first step after finding out you need to protect your skin from the sun on a daily basis is to choose the right product. But with so many different types of sunscreens out there, how do you know which one to choose? Let’s narrow it dow...

Skincare is so important no matter how old you are. When you’re in your 20s, however, establishing a healthy skincare routine is even more critical. The routine you establish now is the foundation of a routine you’ll follow for decades to come.With so many products out there, determining which you should use can be confusing. There’s no need to stress about it, as we’ve compiled the ultimate guide to taking care of your skin in your 20s. Let’s ge...

Alcohol is commonly found in facial cleansers, toners, sunscreens, and many other beauty products. But they can irritate the skin, especially if you have dry, oily, or sensitive skin. The alcohol in beauty products removes water from the skin’s surface, leading to dryness and that uncomfortable tightening of the skin. While the tightening of the skin’s pores is only temporary, dryness can result in problem skin. With continued use of pr...