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What Are Ceramides? Their Role In Strengthening And Protecting Your Skin
You’re standing in the skincare aisle, scanning labels, and there it is again: ceramides. They show up in moisturizers, serums, and creams of every kind, usually with big promises about being the must-have ingredient for barrier care. But what are ceramides, exactly? In short, ceramides are a group of lipid molecules that are naturally found in the skin’s lipid matrix. Acting as part of your skin’s frontline defense system: In contributing to the health of your lipid matrix, they help lock in...
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Order Of Skincare: A Scientist’s Step-By-Step Guide
Understanding the order of skincare isn’t about chasing perfection; it’s about helping your products work smarter, not harder. The right skincare order supports absorption, minimizes irritation, and makes even a simple routine more effective. And yes, it applies whether you're using two steps or ten. We understand that with a growing lineup of skincare treatments, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed between cleansers, serums, and moisturizers. But with a little science and a lot of compassion, you ...
Read moreHow To Use Facial Cleanser: The Right Way To Wash Your Face For Healthier Skin
Cleansing might sound like the most straightforward part of your entire routine, but even seasoned skinthusiasts can fumble the first step. Dig a little deeper into foam levels and surfactant systems, and you’ll quickly realize how much the details matter and why getting them right can set the tone for everything that follows. Why is it so tricky? The simplest answer is that there’s no such thing as a “correct” way to wash your face; only what works best for you. Maybe your mornings start wit...
Read moreWhen To Use A Facial Cleanser In Your Skincare Routine
You’ve got serums, moisturizers, and maybe even a trendy acid or two. But did you know that pretty much every product in your lineup does its best work when it’s got a clean canvas to start with? It might sound silly, but cleansing is often where things go sideways. For something we’ve been doing since childhood, figuring out when to use facial cleanser can be surprisingly tricky. Too much scrubbing can leave skin dry and cranky, while skipping or mistiming the step means your hardworking act...
Read moreReedle Shot Deep Dive! Science of Spicules in Skincare
Spicules. You might have heard this term or the trendy VT Reedle Shot products that tout spicule technology on social media recently. But what exactly are they? Don’t worry! We gotchu. The chemists are taking a deep dive into what spicules are, how they function in topical applications in theory, any clinical testing evidence, whether you should be considering adding spicules to your skincare routine, and just how to properly use VT Reedle Shots. What Are Spicules? Spicules are structural ske...
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