Even still, this hasn’t completely spared many of us from going through quite a few retinoid rough patches or falling for common retinol myths. (News flash: They don’t increase your risk for developing sunburns, but you should obviously still wear SPF regardless to avoid sun damage.) Landing on a retinol that your skin won’t reject … Read more
Editor Tip: Ferulic acid is known to enhance and stabilize antioxidants like vitamins C and E. When combined with retinol, ferulic acid helps brighten, even skin tone, and shield against oxidative stress. Key Ingredients: Trans-retinol and encapsulated retinol, bakuchiol, ferulic acid, rambutan, cica Who It’s For: Advanced retinol users; people with mature skin | Consistency: … Read more
Also known as tretinoin, retinoic acid is the most bioavailable retinoid. In other words, “Retinoic acid doesn’t need to go through any conversions, so it is readily available and faster-acting” than other retinoids, according to Sheila Farhang, MD, board-certified dermatologist and founder of Avant Dermatology & Aesthetics. And because of that, Dr. Chang says, it’s … Read more
As skin-care lovers, our favorite part of the day is removing every trace of makeup with an indulgent double-cleanse and capping things off with the best night cream we can get our hands on. Our Top Picks: Just as people debate the necessity of eye cream, not everyone’s convinced that you should invest in an … Read more
Editor Tip: Alternate it with Kopari’s Coconut Melt, which is what helped put the brand on the map. Key Ingredients: Retinol, aminobutyric acid, pomegranate | Who It’s For: People seeking firming or tightening benefits Best Retinol Alternative: Oui the People All in All Melting Body Balm Oui the People All in All Melting Body Balm … Read more
And yes, you can also just simply apply retinol after you’ve moisturized, without using the sandwich technique, if you find that works just fine for you. “You can use moisturizer before or afterward to counteract some of the side effects [of retinol],” confirms Dr. Shah. But no matter how you apply retinol in your skin-care … Read more
“It is a non-invasive and natural alternative to cosmetic surgery and other cosmetic treatments such as Botox and fillers. Ruth Lee, founder of traditional Chinese medicine clinic Master Ruth in Hong Kong. “Facial acupuncture treats the underlying causes of ageing and wrinkles, such as muscle weakness and poor circulation. I often treat holistically and you … Read more
It’s no secret that Allure staffers are enamored with all things skin care, especially when it comes to the best SkinCeuticals products. We’re testing the latest skin-care products around the clock to ensure we know what’s worth slathering on, and SkinCeuticals proves time and again that it’s one of the gold-standard brands on the market. … Read more
