Physical VS Chemical Sunscreens: What’s the Difference?

You probably already know that sunscreen is one of the most popular products in the skincare market. It has been proven multiple times that sunscreen has positive effects of protecting our skin from sunburns, early aging, fine wrinkles, hyper-pigmentation, and so much more. But some people might not know that there are two main types […]

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Chemical Burns From Your Skincare

Have you ever applied a skincare product and then felt like your face was on fire? Ever since retinols, chemical peels, and other harsh products have taken over the internet, a lot of people have been experiencing chemical burns on their face despite the general positive effect of these ingredients. This could be because the […]

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Sun Sensitivity From Doxycycline (Acne Medication Post)

After I started having negative side-effects from Minocycline (Mino), my dermatologist recommended I take another tetracycline, Doxycycline (Doxy). Both medications are similar, I’ve already done research about both of them. From what I’ve read online, Doxy didn’t sound much better. But I’m currently taking it now… I haven’t had any side effects, but I’m also […]

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Stress, Stress, Stress!!! How Stress Affects Your Skin

In my AP Literature class, we once read “Metamorphosis”, a short story written by Franz Kafka. In it, the main character turns into a bug after he is no longer able to work and provide for his family. The story laments how society views those who are unable to work as a burden or useless. […]

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#GlycolicAcidAs… Deodorant?

Tik Tok has done it yet again. Another skincare trend has swept over the platform and internet: Glycolic Acid as natural deodorant. I don’t usually pay much attention to Tik Tok, but this time my curiosity piqued. Many claimed that The Ordinary’s Glycolic Acid Toner could be used as a deodorant instead. It supposedly helps […]

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Acne That Hides Behind Your Bangs

The bangs of the Queen from Barbie Swan Lake always makes me laugh… who thought those bangs were a good idea?? I don’t have bangs. With my kinky, curly, hair it would be too difficult to manage. Though I did used to have the early 2000s bangs haircut that swoops to one side and covers […]

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The Only Reason of Acne After Threading

If you’ve ever threaded your eyebrows or your face, you probably know how amazing the after result is. Your skin is smooth, clear, and… red? Oh no… now it’s bumpy. With a final, disdainful observation, you notice whiteheads and large, inflamed pimples popping up on your skin overnight. Your skin is angry. Skip ahead to […]

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Skip The Lies: How to Do Skincare for Eye Area

I may need glasses to see, but Honey, I can see those dark under-eyes from a mile away. Just kidding, I’m actually practically blind without my glasses. This blog post will be about proper skincare for the eyes! Now, I don’t mean your eyes-eyes. I mean the skin around them which is pretty important. As […]

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Does Sunscreen Cause A Vitamin-D Defiency?

If you’re a dark skinned Indian like me, you’ve practically grown up with people telling you at least one of these sayings: “Stay out of the sun!” or “Wear lots of sunscreen!” I have worn lots of sunscreen, but it didn’t stop my tanning. I’d like to think the sunscreen has helped me somehow though. […]

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