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  • resveratrol for hyperpigmentation

    Resveratrol For Skin-Lightening: A Natural Alternative To Hydroquinone?

    The market for skincare products that lighten and brighten skin is huge! Whether you’re looking to directly target dark spots or you’re just after an overall brighter complexion, these products are the way to go. The playground of brightening products has been ruled by ingredients such as hydroquinone, arbutin, azelaic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C […]

  • mica in skincare

    Is Mica The Easiest Way To Achieve A Dewy Glow?

    “Fake it till you make it.” This is mica’s motto. This sparking mineral hooks you in with promises of brighter, glowing skin. But it’s all a glittering show. Literally. Wash it off and your skin’s as dull as it was before. Ugh. Here’s the truth about mica in skincare: What Is Mica? Mica is a […]

  • palmitoyl-hexapeptide-14

    Is Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14 A Gentler Alternative To Prescription Retinoids?

    Have you heard of Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14? It’s probably the less known member of the peptide family. While we’re all fawning over Matrixyl or Argireline, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14 has sneaked it away into a few serums and moisturizers without anyone noticing.  There’s a reason for that…. What Is Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14? Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14 is a relatively new – […]

  • Kojic Acid skincare

    Is Kojic Acid The Best Hydroquinone Alternative To Fade Away Dark Spots?

    Kojic Acid is the underdog of skin-lightening treatments. It’s not as famous as azelaic acid, infamous as hydroquinone, or common as Vitamin C. Heck, most people don’t even know it exists! But it often succeeds at fading dark spots and hyperpigmentation when others have failed. Take that, Vitamin C. Should you give it a try? […]

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    How do antioxidants work?

    I can’t get enough of antioxidants. If a serum or moisturizer isn’t loaded with them, chances are I won’t even give it a second look. Antioxidants are your skin’s police force. They patrol your body looking for free radicals felons ready to form wrinkles, give you dark spots and inflame your skin. Once they get […]