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It's time for an exfoliation update! But this time, we're spending a segment on physical exfoliators aka. scrubs. Scrubs can actually be a helpful addition to your exfoliation game specifically for very stubborn texture concerns and blackheads. We discuss the various kinds of scrubs, any testing behind them, and what to look for when you're shopping for them!

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Correction on this episode!! Someone on instagram kindly pointed out to us the base we so blatantly missed on the Dermalogica Peelfoliant. We received the product, and measured the pH. The product has a pH of 3.6, which is consistent with most home peels on the market. We'd say this is a home peel on a mid to mild intensity! Correction 2: our friend aesthi friend @cherrydollface pointed out to us that many in-office peels don't really require neutralization. Consult your professional on wha...

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6 years ago our journey started in skincare education started with decoding ingredient lists. Since then, this realm has evolved a lot...for better or worse. In this episode, we've decided to take some time to break down decodes based on product type and discuss when decoding can be helpful and when decoding could lead you into a pit of confusion.

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We’ve been decoding all sorts of claims in the skincare world, but devices happen to be some of the most confusing products to figure out. Today it’s decode challenge mode! We walk through a really good example of a device that comes with the works in terms of claims and talk about what to pay attention to and what we’d probably ignore.

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There’s a whole world of Vitamin C molecules outside of ascorbic acid, but they all get lumped under the “Vitamin C” serum category. The difficulty here is that not every molecule has been validated to give the same benefits of ascorbic acid. So let’s get into a few of the major players, what they’ve been tested for, and how to go about shopping for these Vitamin C alternatives.

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You’ve probably wondered, “Out of all the Skinceuticals CE Ferulic Dupes out there, which one should I buy?” Well we’ve decided to put a few dupes to the test. After some surprising results, we go over which serums we would avoid. We also discuss what clues to look for to help you decide whether or not its time to let that Vitamin C serum go. Let’s get into it! 1:24 | Nice Words We Didn’t Pay For 6:20 | The Meatz Pt. 1: Did You Know? All About Ascorbic Acid Serums 26:11 | Animal Corner: The L...

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Have you wondered if your body needs a skincare routine too? You’re definitely not the only one. Despite this arena getting a lot of attention, there isn’t a ton of research or data to go off of. Instead, let’s go through a few common body products that would have some sort of testing behind them..and no it’s definitely not caffeine. 0:49 | Brand Update: Counterfeit Books & NEW WEBSITE WOOHOO! 5:30 | In the News: Class Action Lawsuits, Men’s Skincare, & Augustinus Bader… 21:58 | Decode that P...

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Summer is in full swing now! In addition to the gazillion sunscreen articles, this is also the time of year when all these jazzy “summer skincare routine guides” come out. But do you really need to change up your routine just for summer? Is skin actually different during this time of year? Should you continue with retinol usage? What about your hyperpigmentation routine? 1:25 | Nice Words from our lovely, supportive customers 6:30 | Meatz pt 1: your skin barrier during summer. What does the s...

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Vitamin C is definitely a must-have active during summer because of its excellent antioxidant properties to help prevent and combat photodamage. Because of its benefits, this category has expanded in the last couple of years into different formats outside of the classic: water-based, suspension, and powder formats. In this episode, let’s decode a wash-off mask, a stick, and an AOX sunscreen to see if these alternative formats hold any merit. 1:08 | Brand News: Website Sneak Peak and The Next ...

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There’s been a big focus on “Skin Barrier Health”, but what does that even mean? Many don’t realize that dabbling in things like anti-aging and hyperpigmentation is a moot point, if your skin barrier isn’t in tip-top shape! In this episode, the chemists do a deep dive into the biology behind good skin barrier health, what ingredients can help, and how to shop for your skin barrier! 0:45 | Nice Words We Didn’t Pay For 6:36 | The Meatz Pt. 1: The Important Biology Behind Barrier Care - A deep d...

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