Explore the complexities and roles of various ingredients found in beauty and personal care products. This section is dedicated to unraveling the science behind what goes into your cosmetics and skincare items, helping you understand their benefits, purposes, and effects on your beauty routine.
Trying to figure out whether to use Granactive Retinoid or Retinol in your skincare routine? Both are forms of Vitamin A and are great for improving skin, but they work a bit differently. Granactive Retinoid is generally milder, while Retinol is stronger and more direct in its action. In this post, we’ll go over the…
Are you wondering what benzyl alcohol in your toothpaste does? If you’ve come across this ingredient listed on your tube and are curious about its purpose, safety, or potential side effects, you’ve landed in the right place. In this article, we’ll explore why benzyl alcohol is a common component in many toothpastes, discuss its safety…
Confused about glycerin and glycolic acid? It’s easy to mix them up since they sound pretty similar, but these two ingredients are actually quite different in what they do for your skin. First off, glycerin isn’t glycolic acid, and it definitely isn’t an AHA (alpha hydroxy acid). Glycerin also doesn’t contain glycolic acid. Now that…
Ever stared at a deodorant label and wondered about the ingredients? One of them, sodium stearate, might not sound familiar, but it’s pretty important. It helps your deodorant work better and feel smoother on your skin. In this article, we’ll break down what sodium stearate is, why it’s used, and whether it’s something you should…
When you look at the ingredients in your beauty products, you’ll often see things like Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) and Propylene Glycol (PG). Even though they sound similar, they’re not the same thing. Knowing what these names mean is important because what you put on your skin matters. In this article, we’re focusing on PEG and…
Browsing through skincare products, you’ve likely spotted ‘dimethicone’ and ‘petrolatum’ on labels, leaving you puzzled about their role and benefits. But what are they exactly, and how do they benefit your skin? In this blog post, we’re unpacking everything you need to know about them—from their uses and myths to figuring out which one could…
Ever notice how we’re all getting a bit more picky about what goes into our deodorants? Blame it on aluminum and its health buzzkill. Now, there’s a new player catching our eye: magnesium. Sure, it’s said to be harmless, but many of us are still wondering, “Is it really safe?” We’re here to dig into…
Propylene Glycol shows up in many unexpected places, from your car’s antifreeze to the food you eat and, surprisingly (or not!), in your deodorant too. With all the warnings online, it’s hard to know what to believe. Is it safe? Should you avoid it? And why is it even in your deodorant? I’ve looked into…
In the world of hair care, knowing what’s in your products is key to getting the best results. Two ingredients you’ve probably seen on your shampoo or conditioner labels are Dimethicone and Dimethiconol. They’re popular silicones that help make hair smooth, shiny, and easy to manage. But what makes them different from each other? This…
When it comes to shampoo ingredients, ammonium lauryl sulfate (ALS) often comes under scrutiny. Similar to its more well-known counterpart, sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), ALS is a surfactant used for its effective cleansing properties. However, it’s considered milder and less irritating than SLS. Despite this, its sulfate status raises questions: is ALS beneficial or potentially…