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SKIN TYPES
The Oily Skin Routine That Doesn't Strip Your Face
Over-cleansing makes oily skin worse, not better. Build a gentle AM and PM skincare routine for oily skin that controls shine without stripping.
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INGREDIENTS
The Niacinamide Serums Worth Buying (and the Overpriced Ones to Skip)
The best niacinamide serum for most people costs under $10 — the clinical evidence tops out at 5%, not 10%. Here's what's worth buying and which to skip.
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SKIN TYPES
Why Your Skin Won't Stop Producing Oil (It's Not What You Think)
Your skin's oil output is set by genes and hormones, not by dirt, diet, or how often you wash. Here's what actually controls sebum and why oil-control routines backfire.
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INGREDIENTS
Niacinamide vs Zinc: Do You Actually Need Both?
Niacinamide vs zinc: they're complementary, not competing — whether you need both depends on your skin concern, from oiliness to active inflamed acne.
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SKIN TYPES
Oily vs Combination Skin: Why Everyone Gets This Backwards
Oily or combination? Most people read the wrong part of their face and get it backwards. Here's the 30-second test that settles it — and why it changes your routine.
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BASICS
Your Skin Type Is Probably Wrong (Here's How to Actually Tell)
Most people misdiagnose their skin type — and it's why their routine fails. Learn the two at-home tests and how to tell dry from dehydrated skin.
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