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Retinol and tretinoin are derivatives of vitamin A used to speed up cell turnover. Their main difference is potency. What else?! Let's bring it on.
Masha Chehova
Pairing salicylic acid and retinol is not a good idea! They both are drying and can cause more harm than good.
Masha Chehova
Although squalane and hemi squalane are similar, they are not identical. Squalane is an upgraded version of squalene, whereas hemi squalane is an…
Masha Chehova
Can you mix salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid? The answer is yes. Even though salicylic acid is not for everyone, hyaluronic acid creates a buffer for…
Masha Chehova
Glycolic acid vs salicylic acid are interesting competitors. They both control acne and boost collagen production. However, they are not the same and…
Masha Chehova
While some individuals enjoy the positive effects of niacinamide, others may report developing pimples. Does it cause purging? Let’s figure it out!
Masha Chehova
If you ask me why people create almost identical names for two different things, I’ll not give you a clear answer. Squalane vs. squalene is an ongoing…
Masha Chehova
It’s hard to believe that your “oil-free” moisturizer can cause nasty pimples. This happens because not only oils provoke breakouts.
Masha Chehova
Skin care influencers share tips on how to get rid of scars without invasive interventions. One of their recommendations is to use retinol. But does…
Masha Chehova
The truth is that anti-acne agents deal with the consequences, while hyaluronic acid addresses the underlying cause - a lack of moisture.
Masha Chehova
Mandelic acid is part of the family of alpha-hydroxy acids. Compared to other exfoliants, it acts less irritating and perfectly suits even the moodiest…
Masha Chehova
There are many different forms of hyaluronic acid available in the market. The only thing is that not all of them can penetrate the skin and do its job…
Masha Chehova
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