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Alpha Lipoic Acid

The Benefits of Alpha Lipoic Acid: A Skin Care Must-Have?

Researching different skincare ingredients can feel like going back to chemistry class. There are so many complex words to make sense of, and without a PhD it’s almost impossible to know which ingredients do what for your skin. Alpha lipoic acid, otherwise known as lipoic acid, thioctic acid, or ALA, is one mysterious ingredient said to ... Read more
Magnetic Face Mask

Do Magnetic Face Masks Work? We Asked the Experts

When it comes to modern facial masks, there’s almost nothing beauty product aficionados won’t try: Pepto-Bismol, bee venom, even leech therapy! The latest addition to this list of intriguing skincare trends is the magnetic face mask. And while sucking gunk out of your pores with a magnet might seem odd, there’s no denying that the ... Read more
Lip Mask

Straight Talk on Collagen Lip Masks: Do They Really Work?

Collagen lip masks claim to remake your pout in just 15 to 20 minutes with results that are visible for five to six hours afterwards. The thick, jelly-like lip mask is saturated in a serum filled with active ingredients, most notably collagen but also vitamins, moisturizers, and other compounds. Users stick the masks to their ... Read more