Hydrating Face Masks: Ingredients, Types, and Value
How sheet, cream, gel and overnight masks differ, which ingredients actually hydrate, and how to judge whether a mask is worth the cost.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
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Posts tagged "Hydration"
Hydration is about water in the skin, and it is a different matter from oil. Even oily skin can be dehydrated. The articles under this tag explain how to recognize dehydrated skin, how humectants such as glycerin and hyaluronic acid draw water in, and why a moisturizer on top is needed to keep it there. They also cover hydrating masks and the everyday habits that dry skin out.
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Moisturizer Ingredients: Humectants, Emollients, and Occlusives
The three groups of moisturizing ingredients, with examples, what each does and how to combine them for your skin type.
By Sunil Dutt · 4 min read
How to Use Hyaluronic Acid in Your Skincare Routine
What hyaluronic acid does, the right order to apply it, why it needs a moisturizer on top, and how to avoid the common mistakes.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read
Dry Skin vs Dehydrated Skin: Key Differences
Dry skin lacks oil and dehydrated skin lacks water. See the signs of each, why oily skin can be dehydrated, and how to care for both.
By Sunil Dutt · 3 min read