32 Cosmetic Ingredients for Dehydrated Skin
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…
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!
Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs): Effect, Benefits, Risks & Tips [Dermatologist Approved]
The 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…
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs): Effect, Benefits, Risks & Tips [Dermatologist Reviewed]
Recently, 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…
Have a Sensitive Skin: 5 Best Ingredients to Use and 7 to Avoid
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…
Top 8 Anti-Aging Ingredients [ Research Based ]
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, …
Alcohols in Skincare: Functions, PROs & CONs [ Dermatologist Approved]
Alcohol 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…
Is Phenoxyethanol Safe in Cosmetics? [ 3 Reasons to Avoid It ]
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…
Are Sulfates Bad for You? [ Purpose, Harms & Sensitivity Symptoms ]
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…
Cosmetic Ingredients for Dry Skin: To Use & Avoid [ Complete List ]
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…
Benefits and Risks of Niacinamide in Cosmetics
Our 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 [ Research Based ]
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…
3 Reasons Why You Should Check the Ingredients [ in Your Cosmetics ]
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…