Reviewed by a DoctorMany people suffer from scalp issues like flaking, itchiness, dryness, and scaling. But while most times these symptoms are caused by dandruff (very common condition), other times the cause may…
Cosmetic Ingredients
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With so many cosmetic products and skincare myths out there, it’s challenging to recognize which trend is worth trying, and which can be dangerous for your skin.
Besides, knowing the purpose, function, benefits, and risks of common cosmetic ingredients can make your skincare-shopping process a lot easier, and significantly less risky.
In RawBeautySource, we keep it simple. Our articles dedicated to cosmetic ingredients (cosmetic acids, alcohols, oils, and many more) are strongly based on information sourced from dermatological papers and scientific studies.
This way, we keep the bias and skin myths away!
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Dull and itchy skin? Fine lines and wrinkles? Under-eye circles and “shadowy” appearance? You likely have dehydrated skin! But why dehydrated and not dry? While dry skin is one of…
Reviewed by a DoctorThe hype about cosmetic acids and their presence in all kinds of skincare products is on the rise. On one hand, this can be called a positive trend, as it…
Reviewed by a DoctorRecently, skincare products containing alpha hydroxy acids (often glycolic acid) have flooded the market, and many people choose those ingredients to improve the condition of their skin. However, before using…
Sensitive skin is probably one of the most pretentious skin types. The bad news is: people with oily, acne-prone, dry, dehydrated, or mature skin can ALSO have sensitive skin. Which…
With time, the composition of your skin changes together with its physical appearance. Aging skin is often characterized with wrinkles, fine lines, uneven pigmentation (e.g., hyperpigmentation spots), dull appearance, thinness, …
Reviewed by a DoctorAlcohol is a very controversial ingredient when it comes to skincare and cosmetics. Some people avoid all kinds of alcohol and alcohol-derivative ingredients at all costs, while others don’t mind…
Nowadays, we use a large number of cosmetic products on a daily basis. That, of course, means that we put many different artificial, as well as natural ingredients and substances…
When the Curly Girl Method trend became a hype, a lot of people switched their favorite shampoos for sulfate-free ones. But why? A popular Google search asks, “Why is SLS…
If you have dry skin, you probably know how difficult it is to take care of it and moisturize it effectively. Tight pores, flaky patches, redness, millia, signs of premature…
Reviewed by a DoctorOur cosmetic and personal care products are full of ingredients we don’t know much about. We must, therefore, check every list of ingredients in order to take full control of…
Best ingredients for oily and acne-prone skin Oily skin is usually prone to breakouts, enlarged pores, and shiny look, due to overactive oil glands. [1] Similarly, skin prone to acne…
Do you check the ingredients list of your personal care and cosmetics products? Well, if you don`t, this article will change your mind! You will find the reasons why it`s…
Formaldehyde can cause severe damage to health and skin condition. Some of the symptoms vary from contact dermatitis to cancer. And it is important to know if you, personally, are…
Sulfates are an extremely controversial ingredient, as many people hate it, and the others adore it. The truth, in fact, is that it has both PROs and CONs, as it…
Formaldehyde is a popular ingredient found in all kinds of personal care products. But according to scientists, it is also an extremely controversial chemical, which should be looked into. In…
Lately, the sulfates have become a popular cosmetic ingredient, which has caused plenty of controversial and edgy opinions. After all, some people hate it, others don’t mind it, and third,…
In RawBeautySourse, we have emphasized multiple times on the importance of knowing the function of the cosmetic ingredients that we use. This way, we can protect ourselves from any harmful…
Beer is not only a men’s favourite beverage! It’s also women’s favourite beauty ingredient! Beer extract is used in shampoos, hair conditioners, skincare, and even supplements for hair, skin, and…
Apart from sulfates and alcohols, the formaldehyde is another ingredient which is questioned by the public. They have the fame of harmful chemicals, which should be avoided by any means.…