Comments on: Not Into Exfoliation Yet? Here Are 10 Reasons Why You Should Be

By: Gio

Gio — Sat, 29 Apr 2017 12:18:26 +0000

In reply to Lakshmi Pillai. Iakshmi, I'd recommend sticking to lighter formulations that won't feel heavy and greasy on your face. A hyaluronic acid serum is a great way to combat the flakiness and keep skin hydrated without adding too much oil to it. I'd also recommend exfoliating with glycolic acid. It makes skin glow and treats sun damage too.

By: Lakshmi Pillai

Lakshmi Pillai — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 13:18:25 +0000

Forgot to add….i’m 23 years.

By: Lakshmi Pillai

Lakshmi Pillai — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 13:13:38 +0000

Hi Gio, I’m living in India, where currently, I’m battling temperatures that go up to 40 degrees, and the nights cool down to about 25. Major sun damage has perhaps already happened. (I’m new to the whole skincare thing) I was just wondering whether you had some tips for harsh tropical weather. My skin is perhaps combination, I have blackhead breakouts around my nose and cheeks, yet it can also be dry and flaky around the same area. My skin is super dull. I’m a huge fan of natural ingredients and organic stuff in general. Any tips? Hope I’m not asking for too much.

By: Gio

Gio — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 16:46:04 +0000

In reply to audrey. Audrey, I'd use a small concentration (less than 10%) only once a week. :)

By: audrey

audrey — Wed, 08 Mar 2017 07:10:10 +0000

How many percent of lactic acid would you recommend for somneone with very sensitive skin (eczema-prone & rosacea-prone) in her early 20s? And how often?

By: Gio

Gio — Thu, 05 Jan 2017 19:40:53 +0000

In reply to Maggie.

Maggie, I don’t like scrubs because they can easily irritate the skin and don’t exfoliate evenly. I’ve written why I’ve switched from scrubs to chemical exfoliants here http://www.beautifulwithbrains.com/why-i-prefer-chemical-exfoliants/