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What is Happening with the EU’s New “Ban” on Retinol?
Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley

What is Happening with the EU’s New “Ban” on Retinol?

You might have seen it all over the media recently - the EU is apparently banning retinol?! What is going on?

Well don't panic - retinol isn't disappearing completely! Instead, there are new rules that are going to regulate its percentages in cosmetic, over-the-counter products - and this does not apply to the use of these vitamin A derivatives (prescription retinoids) by healthcare professionals.

So let’s explore what’s happening.

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How Do Skincare Ingredients Penetrate into Your Skin?
Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley

How Do Skincare Ingredients Penetrate into Your Skin?

Attention all skincare enthusiasts! It's time to find out what really goes on with those creams, serums, and lotions that we slather onto our faces every day. Did you know that not all skincare ingredients can penetrate your skin? And that that you don’t always want them to?

Let’s do a little dive into the science behind your skincare.

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The Best Over-the-Counter Skincare Products of 2022
Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley Skincare Science Dr Emmaline Ashley

The Best Over-the-Counter Skincare Products of 2022

When it comes to skincare there are so many amazing products out there. While I definitely stand behind the medical-grade skincare products I recommend and use, remember “medical-grade” is a marketing term not a legal definition. We all have different budgets and skincare needs. You can get some amazing products OTC, at your local Boots or off Amazon!

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