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You may have seen advertising for the more recent popular trend of using a "skincare fridge." However, we have one question, are they safe to use? And if they are safe, why use one? Luckily we researched this topic so that you don't have to. Not to worry, the results are worth it! Skincare products are gradually taking over the mini-fridge. Most recently, the skincare fridge went on TikTok, where the hashtag has had 1.1 million views (and counting). A stream of videos featuring proud owners and …

No matter if you wax, shave, or trim, there's plenty of room for mistakes. Who wants to deal with a trim gone wrong in such a sensitive area? That is why learning how to use a bikini trimmer the right way is critical. Using a bikini trimmer correctly is essential because shaving incorrectly with a razor can increase the risk of ingrown hairs and irritation by harshly scraping against the skin. Bikini trimmers (specifically) are less likely to cause this problem because they cut the hair without …

Hydroquinone topical is a popular skincare ingredient for lightening areas of darkened skin such as freckles, age spots, melasma, sun damage, or chloasma. Recently many people have been looking for an alternative to hydroquinone which may have experienced an allergic reaction or become sensitive to the ingredient. We looked into the best hydroquinone alternative skincare product for hyperpigmentation and found PCA Pigment Gel Pro! Remember that you should not use this ingredient (hydroquinone) i …

Blackheads may be small, but they're mighty in their staying power. Most of the time, they're not very visible, but they can be a nuisance or a speck on your otherwise glowing complexion.If you regularly get facials or extractions, blackheads may not be a concern. But most of us struggle to get rid of them, so what can we do? What are blackheads?A blackhead, the proper term is comedone, is a clogged pore. Sebum and dead skin cells mix to clog the pores, and when this mixture becomes exposed to a …

Squalane was introduced for cosmetic use in the 1950s. The unsaturated form of squalene is produced in human sebum and the livers of sharks. Squalane has low toxicity and is not a significant human skin irritant or sensitizer. However, due to environmental concerns, other sources such as olive oil, rice, and sugar cane have been commercialized and, since 2014, have been supplying about 40% of the industry total. In manufacturing, Farnesene is produced from the fermentation of sugarcane sugars …