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Many skincare products rely on “filler” ingredients—fragrance, dyes, and texture agents that offer no real skin benefit and may contribute to irritation. Learn how to spot them and choose formulas built only with active, purposeful ingredients.

The price tag of luxury skincare doesn’t mean rare ingredients and better results. Many designer formulas prioritize packaging gimmicks and prestige over true skin health—often using silicones, synthetics, and preservatives that quietly damage your skin barrier. Learn about label transparency and why “premium” isn’t always better to reveal what skin nourishment really looks like.

I get asked all the time about using oils like avocado, olive, and coconut on the face—and the truth may surprise you. Not every “natural” oil is good for your skin. In this post, I break down the best and worst oils to use, what their comedogenic ratings really mean, and how to choose the ones that will actually nourish your skin instead of clogging it.

While coconut oil does have benefits for skin and hair, its fatty acid profile makes it a less-than-ideal choice for facial skincare. If your goal is clear, youthful, and radiant skin, there are far better options.

When it comes to seed oils and your skin, it’s not about avoiding them- it’s about choosing wisely.

Identifying the key differences between natural and synthetic ingredients so you can make the most informed decisions for the health of your skin.