Wellness
Is your skin purging?
You’ve introduced a new active, stepped up a retinol dosage, or tried a new exfoliating product and then…you breakout. It’s exactly the opposite of what you think should happen but, contrary to what it looks like, it’s probably not your typical acne. The reaction could be a phenomenon called skin purging. Though it’s not medically recognized, experts across the board...
Why we like mineral sunscreens
Mineral sunscreens, sometimes called sunblock or physical sunscreens, are harder to find, they tend to feel heavier, don’t absorb as quickly, and often leave a bit of a chalky finish, (especially for those with darker skin tones), so what’s the upside? Mineral sunscreen active ingredients zinc oxide and titanium dioxide work to form an actual physical block that shields skin...