by Ané Auret 1 min read
Are there things about skincare that you wish someone told you earlier, or that would do differently if you had the chance. In this video I share 10 things I would tell my 18 year old self about skincare and things I would do differently if I had to start all over again. Fortunately it's never too late to start making changes that can still make a difference to our skin story x
by Ané Auret 8 min read
Skincare marketing buzzwords like clean, natural, chemical-free, and non-toxic may sound reassuring - but what do they actually mean?
In this guide, we break down six common skincare marketing claims, explain why they’re misleading, and show you how to make informed choices based on cosmetic chemistry, not fear.
by Ané Auret 7 min read
You’ve chosen your perfect Vitamin C - now, how do you use it effectively?
In Part 3 of our 'Vitamin C For Midlife Skin Decoded' guide I’ve compiled the 16 most common questions about Vitamin C in skincare, from layering with Retinol and Niacinamide and how long it can take to see results, to when is best to use it in your routine - and much more.
This Q&A is your cheat sheet for making Vitamin C work hardest for your midlife skin.
by Ané Auret 9 min read
You know Vitamin C is crucial for your 'collagen banking', but which product should you buy?
The difference between the five types—L-Ascorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate, and Ascorbyl Glucoside -can make or break your routine.
In Part 2 of our 'Vitamin C For Midlife Skin Decoded' guide, I break down the science of oil-soluble vs. water-soluble forms so you can shop smarter, avoid irritation, and invest in a stable serum that actually works for your sensitive, midlife skin.
Plus, a complete list of alternative ingredients if Vitamin C just isn't for you.