Deep Dives

There’s a lot of misinformation out there in the beauty industry. Our deep dives talk about the truth behind popular skincare myths, trends, and marketing claims.

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Anti-aging home remedies: do they work?

Do anti-aging home remedies actually work? In this guide, we talk about what works, what doesn't work, and how you address your anti-aging concerns.

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How to take care of your skin

Wondering how to take care of your skin? In this guide, we've listed below some tips on how to take better care of your skin.

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Pregnancy acne

Many women experience skin changes while pregnant, like acne breakouts. In this guide, we talk about what causes acne and acne treatments that are safe for pregnancy.

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Severe acne

Thinking you have severe acne? In this article, we break down what exactly is severe acne and the causes and treatments for severe acne.

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Hyaluronic Acid Before and After Results

Wondering what results you can get from hyaluronic acid? Here's what hyaluronic acid can do.

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Hyaluronic Acid for Skincare

Curious about using hyaluronic acid for skincare? Learn more about using the benefits, results you should expect, and side effects!

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Mild acne

Do you get mild acne breakouts? Below, we’ve explained how acne breakouts develop, as well as the types of acne you may get if you’re prone to mild acne breakouts.

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Tretinoin vs. Isotretinoin (Accutane)

In the Great Tretinoin vs. Isotretinoin debate, who's the victor? How are these two medications similar, and how are they different?

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The Tretinoin Acne "Purge"

Tretinoin is considered a gold standard in the treatment of acne. But we can't lie — the first few weeks of use can get pretty rough.

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Doxycycline Hyclate vs. Monohydrate

Doxycycline a popular antibiotic used — among other things — to treat acne. But it comes in two forms, and you should know the difference.

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Sun Exposure & Tretinoin or Retinol

One of the biggest tricks about using tretinoin or retinol is making sure you're skin is keeping your skin protected from harsh sunlight.

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A Guide to Using Tretinoin for Acne

People all over the world use tretinoin for acne with proven results. If it's an option you're considering, here's what you should know.

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Does Tretinoin Cream Help Acne Scars?

Tretinoin is one of the most popular topical treatments for acne in the world. But did you know you can use tretinoin cream for acne scars?

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Adapalene (Differin) v.s Tretinoin

Both tretinoin and adapalene work well to remove and prevent acne, but from an anti-aging perspective, tretinoin is the better choice for most people.

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Tretinoin and Sun Sensitivity

Wondering if tretinoin causes sun sensitivity? Here's a dermatologist's take.

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The science of the skin microbiome

The skin microbiome is a new and exciting area of research, but does it live up to the hype? We sat down with two dermatologists to unpack the science around the microbiome.

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Skincare Across Race

Your skin's health concerns change based on race, but most people only know to watch out for sun damage. We asked three dermatologists about the skin issues specific to people of color.

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How To Spot Skin Cancer

May is Skin Cancer Prevention Month! Read on for valuable tools that you can use to make sure your skin is happy and healthy.

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Prescription vs. OTC: Acne Treatment

There are so many options when it comes to acne treatment. Here's what you can get when you're ready to move beyond the drugstore acne aisle.

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Fact or Fiction: Water and Acne

You know staying hydrated is important for your overall health, but does drinking water help acne?

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The Ultimate Guide To: Ingredients

Everything you ever needed to know about the ingredients on your skincare labels!

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Is CBD Skincare Worth The Hype?

Thinking about adding CBD to your skincare routine? Here's what you need to know!

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Do You Need To Reapply Sunscreen?

Wondering if you really need to reapply sunscreen? We’re sharing a dermatologist’s take on reapplying sunscreen and if you really need to do it.

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Skincare Tools: Hit or Miss

Wondering if skincare tools are actually worth it? Dr. Aimee Paik shares her take on 4 popular skincare tools.

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Debunking Anti Aging Myths

Wondering what anti aging myths are fact or fiction? Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Aimee Paik is debunking 5 popular anti-aging myths.

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Realistic Skincare Resolutions

We're talking about making realistic skincare goals for the new year. Here are our top skincare resolutions for 2022!

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Are Nose Clogged Pores Blackheads?

We're breaking down what those pesky "blackheads" are on your nose and how to treat them.

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Is Acne Genetic?

Here’s what you need to know about genetics and acne.

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5 Acne Facts You Didn’t Know

We’re sharing five things you didn’t know about your breakouts.

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2021 Skincare Trends: Hit or Miss?

We’re breaking down if these four popular skincare trends are a hit or miss.

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What is Healthy Skin?

We’re defining what “healthy skin” is, and why you should be celebrating real skin!

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Do You Really Need to Double Cleanse?

Double cleansing is really popular in the skincare industry, but is it a necessity?

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Bakuchiol vs. Retinol

We’re breaking down what bakuchiol is and how it compares to retinol or retinoids.

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Debunking Sunscreen Myths

We’re sharing our take on some popular misconceptions about SPF.

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Should You Use A Spot Treatment?

What are the different types of acne spot treatments? Do you need to use one?

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Skincare Routine Myths

There are lots of “rules” on how you should do your skincare routine. Are they valid?

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Painful acne: causes and treatment

Not all acne is created equal. Cystic acne can be painful and annoying. We break down what causes cystic acne and the treatments for painful acne.

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What is “Medical Grade” Skincare?

What is “medical-grade” skincare, and is it better than other products on the market?

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Does Collagen in Skincare Work?

We’re breaking down the truth about all those hyped up collagen products.

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Can Your Skin “Get Used To” Skincare?

A common myth is that your skin can "get used to" skincare... but is it true?

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Can Your Diet Cause Acne?

Dr. Aimee Paik deep dives into the science behind how diet can affect breakouts.

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Do You Really Need an Eye Cream?

Are eye creams necessary or are they just moisturizers with fancy marketing?

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Unpacking Fragrance: The Science

How Fenty Skin sparked a conversation about fragrance in the skincare community.

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Do You Absorb 60% of Your Skincare?

An investigative look at a pervasive myth that just won’t die!

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A Chemist's Most Hated Skincare Claims

10 mins with Chemist Confessions: misinformation, trends, and ingredients they love

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