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Tretinoin vs Retinol
Tretinoin vs Retinol, their difference, similarities and benefits. It’s a question many of you have asked on Instagram, that’s why I created this post. However, today we’re gonna focus in on this specific comparison. Retinoids are a confusing topic but many people want clarification because it’s one of the most effective skincare categories around. They…
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Is Tretinoin A Retinol?
Is Tretinoin A Retinol? Well, in today’s article you’ll get a very straight forward answer that will help you distinguish whether or not you should use it. So.. Is Tretinoin A Retinol? No. Tretinoin is not a retinol but it is a retinoid. Retinoids are a family of vitamin A derivatives, which work in a…
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5 Of The Best Moisturizer’s To Use With Tretinoin
Finding the best moisturizer to use with tretinoin is easier than is sounds. Tretinoin is a powerful ingredient and so finding products that compliment it may seem daunting. If you’ve come to this post, I’m assuming you are already using tretinoin. So, I’m going to skip the overview and jump straight into the recommendations. To…
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Retin A Strengths
Retin A strengths. This isn’t really a question because Retin A is just retinoid acid. Another name for this is Tretinoin. Tretinoin is a medication given to those suffering from severe acne. They are both retinoid acid, the strongest retinoid available. That’s why you need a prescription to get your hands on them. To make…
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What Is Tri-Luma Cream Used For?
Have you heard about the Tri-Luma cream on social media recently? I have seen it cropping up everywhere! The origin of this trend is something I am not entirely sure of. However, I can discuss whether or not it can help your hyperpigmentation. What Is Tri-Luma Cream Used For? From what I’ve seen, social media…
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Bakuchiol Vs Retinol
Retinoids (also known as vitamin A derivatives) are a much loved ingredient by anyone who is remotely interested in skincare. They are known for treating the signs of aging and acne however, we also know that some people, especially if you have sensitive skin, can have adverse effects to it that cause the skin to become…
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What Is Mandelic Acid? The Essential Skincare Alphabet
Mandelic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid that is popular for treating acne and hyperpigmentation. However, you may know of many ingredients that do similar things. What makes this acid different? Read more about alpha hydroxy acids here. It’s also becoming more and more popular as a treatment for anti-aging topicals. So, what is mandelic…
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Does Retinol Actually Work?
A cheat sheet for retinol!
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Peptides, Do They Really Keep Skin Young?
Part four is here!
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In Conversation With: Dr Marisa Garshick, Board Certified Dermatologist at MDCS
Board certified dermatologist Dr Marisa Garshick tells me how she became a dermatologist, what she uses on her own skin and what you should steer clear to achieve your healthiest skin.
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