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Q&A Series #96
Q: How do I know if I have sensitive skin? A: People with sensitive skin will notice some of these signs: 1. Your skin is reactive 2. You notice redness 3. Your skin is dry 4. Your skin flakes and peels 5. You develop rashes often 6. Your skin is itchy 7. You feel...
Q&A Series #95
Q: Why does sensitive skin breakout easily? A: People with sensitive skin may notice that soaps, detergents, fragrances, perfumes, skincare products, and household products may cause their skin to react abnormally. Common symptoms are itchiness, dryness or reddening....
Q&A Series #94
Q: Why is keloid itchy? A: Keloids are abnormal scarring due to overgrowth of dense fibrous tissue. The excessive stretching of the skin can cause itching, and because of their larger size, keloids are prone to rubbing on clothing, causing irritation. Sensations of...
Q&A Series #93
Q: What happens when we combine Vit C serum and Vit E serum? A: Both Vitamin C and Vitamin E are anitoxidant. When paired together, they are more effective in preventing photodamage than either vitamin alone. Both work by negating free radical damage, but each combats...
Q&A Series #92
Q: Effects of Retinol vs. Retin-A? A: Although they work in similar ways, retinol is not the same as Retin-A. Some may call retinol an over-the-counter version of Retin-A, but they aren't interchangeable. As Retin-A is considered as a strong retinoid and you may get...
Q&A Series #91
Q: What is the difference between Retinol, Retin-A, and Retinoids? A: Retinols and Retin-A are retinoids. They are derived from vitamin A. 1. What are Retinoids? Retinoid is a group of compounds that are derived from vitamin A. Retinoids can increase collagen...
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