There's one for every budget!
Retinoids (or more commonly called retinol in everyday terms) are considered the skin-perfecting elixir in skincare. They are derivatives of vitamin A that are proven to have anti-aging effects. They boost the skin's ability to produce collagen, and
We need this in our lives ASAP.
If you're thinking of venturing into a new skincare ingredient besides the mainstays like hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, or witch hazel, then you need to try out galactomyces. It is a ferment filtrate ingredient that is found in many Japanese and
They're super easy to do!
With the amount of news we've been receiving daily, it's no secret that some of us are feeling overwhelmed and stressed lately. These emotions cause our muscles to contract to show how we're *really* feeling. Repeated
It will only take a few minutes!
There's a saying that it takes 17 muscles to smile and 43 to frown. Although science hasn't backed up this claim yet, it just tells us that our faces work harder when we're on sungit mode.
Maximize its benefits.
We often skip using a facial oil because we think its texture is too heavy or sticky on our skin. What we don't know is that we're missing out on its benefits because of this misconception. Unlike what
For starters, "Botox" is actually just a brand.
Most of us know Botox as a non-surgical cosmetic procedure people get to dramatically reduce the appearance of wrinkles. We instantly think of older people going to clinics to get their faces injected to get freakishly smooth skin. But, did you
I was curious to try the Dr. Vicki Belo-approved skincare routine.
I was initially shocked when I heard that Dr. Vicki Belo recommends a skincare routine that doesn't involve moisturizer. It was the complete opposite of what I have learned over the years. Before I became a beauty editor, I worked
Just when you thought it was safe to go outside.
If you've ever mixed some liquid highlighter into your base or boosted your moisturizer with a few drops of face oil, welcome to our club: We love a bit of freewheeling, product-enhancing skin cocktailing in the Cosmopolitan beauty department.
Who knew?
How often do you get a facial? Once a month? Or when you find the time and money to finally treat yourself? There's no denying facials are damn good-heck, I would have one every week if I could. There
Here's the tea on vitamin E.
If you're a skincare lover-or if you just have eyeballs-you've probably noticed the recent trend in vitamin-filled skincare, each new product promising to totally transform your face. And the latest obsession? Good ole vitamin E,
It's time to learn something new!
Hello there, folks! We're here to give a quick beauty lesson on EGF, your next favorite skincare ingredient. We first saw it written on the bottles of K-beauty products, and if Koreans love it, THERE MUST BE A REASON,
This might be your next holy grail moisturizer!
It's hard for Pinays to find the perfect moisturizer. Most girls hate it when the cream feels sticky, and they believe it even aggravates their pimples. Plus, it doesn't help that our country is hot and humid all-
For that ~*extra*~ protection!
If you live or work in the city, chances are, you're exposed to pollution daily-it's a sad truth that we have to deal with. Smoke and heat wreak havoc on our complexions, accelerating the appearance of aging
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Here's a new-ish concept you might want to include in your skincare routine: Toning pads! So what are they exactly? They're basically cotton pads pre-soaked in toners (Surprise!). They can be hydrating, exfoliating, pore-clearing, or
I want to do it again, TBH.
The New Year is just a few weeks away and with everything that went by in 2018, one thing remains the same- skincare is life! Like most girls nowadays, I regularly follow a routine to keep my skin at its best. So
A lot of needles poked my face, too!
Since I reached my thirties, I've been hyper-aware of the changes in my skin: Fine lines have started to appear. Because of this, I have become a maximalist when it comes to my skincare routine. I remember in my
Take that pregnancy glow up a notch!
Expectant moms always want the best for their baby. And since we're all in support of that, we also want to remind our future mommies that this doesn't mean you will have to neglect the needs of your skin.So,
Learn about its glorious healing powers!
You've heard of the skincare benefits of argan and virgin coconut oil, but you probably have yet to try frankincense (even if it's been a part of your home's Christmas manger scene for years). Frankincense, in
These will quench your parched complexion.
Dealing with dry skin can get rough-literally! Struggling with flaking and itch is definitely not a good thing to experience. Your skin condition could even affect your application of base makeup because its finish can turn out patchy and uneven. This
It could be *the* product your skin has been waiting for.
Rosehip oil comes from the seeds of a wild rose bush, and in case you haven't heard yet, it is *the* all-natural skincare item you've been looking for. It can give you clear, flawless skin. Here are