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Humectants vs. Osmolytes in Skincare: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

January 26, 2026

If your moisturizer isn’t working as it used to or your skin still feels tight no matter how much you apply, there…

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How to Tell If a Skincare Ingredient Actually Works

January 9, 2026

If you’ve ever read “clinically tested” on a bottle and still felt unsure, you’re not alone. A lot of skincare language sounds…

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What Are Humectants in Skincare? (And Why They’re in Almost Everything You Use)

December 7, 2025

You’ve probably seen the word “humectant” on product labels, in skincare tutorials, or in your favorite science communicators’ posts. But do you…

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What Skin Cells Really Do? And How Your Skincare Routine Affects Them

September 14, 2025

When you think about healthy skin, you probably picture glowing, smooth, youthful skin. But what if we told you that all of…

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What Is TEWL in Skin? The Science of Transepidermal Water Loss (And Why It Matters for Your Glow)

August 24, 2025

Do you ever feel like no matter how much you moisturize, your skin still ends up dry or dull by midday? You’re…

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Defeating the Most Common Skin Concerns, How do Peptides Stack Up

July 20, 2025

In the ever-evolving landscape of skincare, peptides have established themselves as a skincare “it” ingredient. They have earned their place as formidable…

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Want the Best Results from Peptides for Skin? Why Penetration Is the Key

June 22, 2025

Whether you’re skincare obsessed or just looking for the right product for you, you’ve probably heard that peptides for skin. They are…

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Free Radicals and Skin: How They Damage Your Skin & How to Fight Back

February 8, 2025

written by Allison Goins, Ph.D. | published on February 8th, 2025 at 6:00 am Ever wonder why your skin seems to age faster when you’re…

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Why You Need a Tyrosinase Inhibitor In Your Skincare Routine

November 30, 2024

written by: Allison Goins, Ph.D. | Published on November 30th at 6:00 am If you have ever tried to tackle stubborn hyperpigmentation,…

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Are the Best Products for Anti-Aging Skin Care Hydrating?

September 14, 2024

Hydration is an essential part of any good skincare routine. Whether you have skin drier than the Sahara or oilier than french…

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