Unedited Journal

Mineral vs Chemical Sunscreen: The Honest Comparison Before You Buy
Mineral vs Chemical Sunscreen: The Honest Comparison Before You Buy
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Most people pick a sunscreen based on how it feels and end up with one that either irritates their skin or leaves a white cast they hate. The choice between... Read more
How to Choose the Right Face Cleanser for Your Skin Type, Without Getting It Wrong
How to Choose the Right Face Cleanser for Your Skin Type, Without Getting It Wrong
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Most people spend the least thought on the product that matters most, their cleanser. The wrong formula disrupts your skin barrier and makes everything else in your routine less effective.... Read more
How to Treat a Dry Scalp Naturally: Real Causes, Proven Remedies, and What to Do First
How to Treat a Dry Scalp Naturally: Real Causes, Proven Remedies, and What to Do First
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Here is the mistake most people with dry scalp make: they treat it like dandruff, and end up making it worse. Dry scalp and dandruff are completely different conditions with... Read more
Chemical vs Physical Exfoliants: The Real Difference and Which One Your Skin Needs
Chemical vs Physical Exfoliants: The Real Difference and Which One Your Skin Needs
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Physical scrubs feel satisfying — but most of them are damaging your skin without you realising it. Chemical exfoliants do the same job more consistently, more safely, and with better... Read more
How Often Should You Exfoliate Your Face? The Exact Answer for Every Skin Type
How Often Should You Exfoliate Your Face? The Exact Answer for Every Skin Type
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Too little exfoliation leaves skin dull and congested. Too much strips the barrier and causes breakouts, sensitivity, and redness that takes weeks to fix. The right frequency is specific to... Read more
Vitamin C Serum: What It Does, How to Use It, and What Results to Expect
Vitamin C Serum: What It Does, How to Use It, and What Results to Expect
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Vitamin C serum is one of the most effective skincare ingredients available — and one of the most wasted. Most people apply it at the wrong time, in the wrong... Read more
What Is Micellar Water? Everything You Need to Know (And Whether You Actually Need It)
What Is Micellar Water? Everything You Need to Know (And Whether You Actually Need It)
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Micellar water is one of the most misunderstood products in skincare — people either overrate it or dismiss it completely. This guide explains exactly what it does, what it cannot... Read more
The Complete Skincare Routine for Sensitive and Reactive Skin: Build It Right Once
The Complete Skincare Routine for Sensitive and Reactive Skin: Build It Right Once
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
The biggest mistake people with sensitive skin make is adding more products to fix each new problem — which almost always makes things worse. This guide shows you the exact... Read more
Sodium Hyaluronate for Skin: What It Is, What It Does, and Why It Belongs in Your Routine
Sodium Hyaluronate for Skin: What It Is, What It Does, and Why It Belongs in Your Routine
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
If your skin feels tight, dehydrated, or dull — there is a good chance you are missing one ingredient. Sodium hyaluronate is the stable, skin-ready form of hyaluronic acid that... Read more
Copper Peptides vs Retinol vs Vitamin C: The Honest Comparison Your Skin Needs
Copper Peptides vs Retinol vs Vitamin C: The Honest Comparison Your Skin Needs
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Copper peptides, retinol, and vitamin C all promise better skin — but they work in completely different ways, for completely different problems. Before you spend money on the wrong one,... Read more
How to Use a Gua Sha Stone: The Complete Beginner's Guide
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Most people buy a gua sha stone, use it twice, and give up — because nobody taught them the right technique. In this guide, you will learn exactly how to hold it, how much pressure to use, and the step-by-step method that delivers real results. Let's get into it. Read more
How to Get Rid of Acne Scars: What Works, What Doesn't, and Where to Start
How to Get Rid of Acne Scars: What Works, What Doesn't, and Where to Start
|Kristen Laing-Herbert
Here is the truth about acne scars: most people are treating them with the wrong products in the wrong order. This guide breaks down exactly which ingredients fade marks, why... Read more