Taking the guesswork out of skincare
Thinking about getting a chemical peel? I’m a huge fan. Chemical peels are the quickest way to get a glowier complexion and erase the pesky wrinkles and dark spots that give your real age away. But they’re not without side effects. A chemical peel – even when done right – can leave your skin irritated, […]
My New Year’s skincare resolution? Exfoliating my body. Regularly. I know, I say that every year. But this year I’ll actually do it. How can I be so sure? I’ve discovered a clever technique that makes body exfoliation faster and easier (and I’m all for making anything faster and easier). It’s called dry brushing. What’s […]
It’s time for a Paula’s Choice AHAs exfoliants comparison. Who’s with me? Like, I’m glad I can have my pick but when I have to pick between 6 glycolic acid exfoliants… it’s too much. I mean, don’t they all do the same thing? What the heck sets each one apart? Or should I just try […]
How do you exfoliate skin when most acids don’t work for you? Glycolic acid sets your skin on fire. Lactic acid dries it out. Heck, even salicylic acid stings a little… Enter Gluconolactone. It’s an exfoliating acid so mild, every skin type (yes, even sensitive!) can use it. Here’s all you need to know about […]
Sometimes it’s hard to follow the rules. Take exfoliation, for example. You know you gotta do it, but if you have sensitive skin, that ain’t so easy. Your skin turns red when you look at it. It screams in pain when you wash it. How can you go the extra mile and get those dead […]
Have you ever heard of Citric Acid? It’s a relative of Glycolic Acid. It does pretty much the same thing, yet no one uses it. Why is that?! Let’s find out: What Is Citric Acid? Citric acid is a member of the exfoliating Alpha Hydroxy Acids family (the same family Glycolic Acid belongs to, too). […]
