Let’s Cure Pure Skin Basic Step Exfoliator (pH Adjusting Toner) Review

WHY I BOUGHT IT My review and excitement of this product will make a lot more sense if you have some basic understanding of how pH affects the order in which skincare is applied. For a fantastic overview, check out this post over at Snow White and the Asian Pear and scroll down to the … Continue reading Let’s Cure Pure Skin Basic Step Exfoliator (pH Adjusting Toner) Review

Silk Naturals 8% AHA Toner Review

WHY I BOUGHT IT Now that my cystic outbreaks are under control (fingers crossed, knock on wood), whiteheads, PIE, and PIH are the biggest issues with my skin. Although AHAs won’t do anything for PIE, they address the other two, maybe better than anything else. Since I am already using a BHA, I opted for … Continue reading Silk Naturals 8% AHA Toner Review

Chica y Chico Beta Salic 2.0 (aka Miracle Cream) Review

Salicylic acid, a Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA), is a magical ingredient. It is derived from willow tree bark and like Alpha Hydroxy acids (i.e. lactic acid and glycolic acid), it is frequently used as a chemical exfoliant. However, while AHAs are water-soluble and work on the outer layer of your skin, BHAs are oil-soluble, allowing … Continue reading Chica y Chico Beta Salic 2.0 (aka Miracle Cream) Review