Skincare Terms A-Z
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Skin Barrier
Skin Barrier
The skin's natural shield that often gets damaged by over-skincare
Purging vs Breakout
Purging vs Breakout
Distinguish between acne caused by products working vs. products not working for you
Double Cleansing
Double Cleansing
A 2-step face washing technique for maximum cleanliness
Glass Skin
Glass Skin
Super smooth and luminous skin like glass
Skin Cycling
Skin Cycling
Rotating your skincare for maximum results without irritation
Slugging
Slugging
A technique to seal in moisture with an occlusive at night
Fungal Acne
Fungal Acne (Malassezia Folliculitis)
Acne that isn't actually acne, but a fungal infection
Skin Texture
Skin Texture
Understanding and improving uneven skin texture
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