Of all the serums and boosters and creams in my skin care regimen, one thing I always ensure to include (as does seemingly every other beauty editor) is what dermatologists like Dr. Jwala Karnik of Suneva Medical call the gold standard in anti-aging skincare: retinoids. “Retinoid is a vitamin A derivative that unclogs pores, … Continue reading Retinoids & Retinol: Skin Care Ingredients You Need in Your Regimen
If you've visit Korea, watched Korean dramas, or followed K-pop at all in the past decade, one thing you'll notice — other than the thick, straight brows ubiquitous on both men and women — is the dewy, juicy, almost wet-looking skin favored by all the women. It's probably no coincidence that this preferred complexion arose … Continue reading Deciphering K-Beauty’s Mul-gwang, That Juicy, Wet-Sheen Look
A little about me: I have combination skin that has gotten, much to my delight, drier in the dry areas and oiler in the oily areas as I’ve gotten older. You’d think one of the benefits of aging is finally getting rid of hormonal acne — just in time to fight wrinkles — but … Continue reading Product Review: Primary Raw DoYou Soy Milk Ferment Cleanse Toner
If you’re one of those women who crams all your beauty products in a drawer, it’s time to see the light and get your vanity beautified. After all, skin care shouldn’t be a chore — it may well be one of the few moments in your busy day that you take just for you, … Continue reading Vanity Porn: Show Off Your Skin Care, Glow Recipe Edition
In my story for Composure Magazine's current issue, I tested out five skin care gadgets that go way beyond the ubiquitous Clarisonic brush. Here, the latest innovations in beauty gadgetry (plus a discount code so you can get one for yourself — read on!). Foreo Luna, $199 The T-sonic pulsations of this bacteria-resistant silicone … Continue reading 5 Beauty Gadgets That Can Actually Improve Your Skin
