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    Can I Skip Moisturizer And Use Serum Alone?

    I’m a minimalist. When it comes to skincare, I truly think that less is more. Like, why pay twice for the same moisturizer just because one jar is labelled “face” and the other “eye”? Insane. I thought serums were like that. Super lightweight moisturizers. Why bother? Then, I gave them a go and was blown […]

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    3 Things You Need To Know About Comedogenicity Ratings

    There’s danger lurking in every skincare bottle. Hidden deep beneath glossy marketing claims and polished labels lurk an untold number of comedogenic ingredients that threaten to turn your carefully cared face into acne battleground. Or at least if you listen to any of numerous comedogenicity experts out there. As with many other things, commonly accepted […]

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    Why You Shouldn’t Use Toothpaste To Get Rid Of Pimples

    Does toothpaste help pimples? It’s a legit question. When I was 15, I read in a magazine (hey, we didn’t have the internet back then!) that putting toothpaste on pimples would get rid of them. I know, it sounds crazy. But if you were a young and clueless teenager desperate to get the attention of […]

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    Does Everyone Need To Use A Moisturizer?

    Cleanse, tone, and moisturize. That’s the mantra. But… is it right? You definitely need a cleanser. How else are you gonna remove makeup, pollutants, and all the crap that deposits on your skin every day? You definitely DON’T need a toner. You may use one if you wish, but my skin has been doing amazingly […]

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    How To Pop A Pimple Like A Derm

    You know you should NEVER pop a pimple, right? It’s gross. And spreads the infection around. Yuck. But, come on, you’re doing it anyway. Because, it feels SO satisfying. Doesn’t it? Well, if you must do it, do it right. Here’s how to pop a pimple like a derm (ssshhh, don’t tell them I told […]