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The best skincare routine for mature skin in your 40s and beyond
12 Apr 2024 Skincare Comment

In your 40s? Here is the skincare routine you need now! | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   So you are in your 40s now? Welcome to the club I guess. I just turned 45 and I am sparing you the whole “40s are the new 30s” stuff. There is no denying, your 40s are a period in your life and your skin where you see a lot of changes. No matter if you have been diligently taking care…

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22 Mrz 2024 Skincare Comment

Natural Moisturizing Factors – What are they? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Hydrated skin is really important for optimal barrier function and exfoliation, and I bet you already know that humectants play an important role in achieving that. But while you might be familiar with Hyaluronic Acid and Glycerin already, have you heard of Natural Moisturizing Factors?     Today I want to talk about what they are, where they come from and…

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Everything you need to know about the benefits of Kojic Acid in skincare
23 Feb 2024 Skincare Comment

Kojic Acid – the benefits in skincare explained | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Kojic Acid – I mentioned it in my post about the ten best ingredients to fight hyperpigmentation, and because we haven’t done that already, today we will take a closer look at where it comes from, how it works in the skin, what the benefits and risks of using it are and what you should look for when you buy a…

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02 Feb 2024 Skincare Comment

Psoriasis – What really helps and why it isn’t just about skin | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Thick scaly patches on your limbs, hair line and maybe even trunk that don’t go away, no matter how diligently you moisturize? This might be Psoriasis, an autoimmune disorder that affects the skin, but also many other organs and usually requires medical treatment.     But what actually is Psoriasis? Why is it dangerous, can it be cured, which skincare products…

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Do acids in skincare scare you?
19 Jan 2024 Skincare 3 comments

The benefits of acids in skincare explained | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   I get so many questions regarding the use of acids in your skincare routine, I figured it was about time I dedicated a blopost to them: Which acids are there, which one is best for which skin type, how often do you use them and what can you combine them with.     The focus will be on the exfoliating acids…

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The best skincare routine when working out
05 Jan 2024 Lifestyle Comment

What is the best pre and post workout skincare routine? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Is working out regularly on your list of New Year’s Resolutions and you are wondering if you need a special skincare routine before and after hitting the gym? Or do you already have a workout schedule, but struggle with breakouts on your face or your body whenever you stick to it?     No matter what, you have come to the…

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Woman covering one side of her face with her hand.
15 Dez 2023 Skincare Comment

Milia – Prevention and Treatment | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO:  LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Tiny white bumps on your face that look like whiteheads, but no matter what you try, you can’t pop them? Most likely those are Milia, and while you shouldn’t squeeze anything you have on your face, with Milia it is an especially bad idea.     But what are they, why do they appear and how can you successfully treat them? We will talk about all that today. And as always…

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Woman in a red turtleneck covering her mouth with her hand
27 Nov 2023 Skincare Comment

How do I get rid of perioral dermatitis? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   How do I get rid of my perioral dermatitis? Can you recommend skincare products for perioral dermatitis? Can you take a look at that stubborn rash around my mouth that just doesn’t seem to go away? I get quite a few of these questions, so today let’s take a closer look at perioral dermatitis!     What is it? Why do you get it? And most importantly: How do you get…

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Aquaporins in skincare - Do you need them?
17 Nov 2023 Skincare Comment

Aquaporins and their function in skincare | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Maybe you have stumbled across Aquaporins in skincare through the various flashy headlines, claiming they offer “Hydration boost on a cellular level”, are the “new it ingredient to supercharge skincare formulas” and offer “deeper hydration than just a moisturizer”.     I certainly did, and as they are marketed specifically at dry and aging skin, I figured it was about time we took a closer look at Aquaporins and their role…

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Ups - patches of darker skin on your body? Here is what helps.
20 Okt 2023 Skincare 1 comment

Dark arm pits? Everything you need to know about hyperpigmentation on the body | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   We have talked in length about hyperpigmentation already, mainly about the one that affects the face. But what about other areas of the body? What about hyperpigmentation on the knees, back and stomach? How about dark patches on your thighs and underarms?     Are they different in prevention and treatment? This is what I want to talk about today! Do…

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