What exactly is dubble cleansing, I know I found it very confusing at the beginning because why cleans twice right? It is a hype that started in Asia and it is literally using two cleansers in a row. It is supposed to give you a glass and pores free skin if you use the right product. If you cleans twice you are sure all residue is of the skin and your next products of your skincare routine will be better absorbed by your skin. Look at it as if your face were a painting and you had to start with a clean canvas, otherwise the colours wouldn’t look how you wanted them to look. You want your skincare products to work at their maximum capacity.

So how do you start? Preferably with micellair water, afterwards you should use a foam cleanser.

Double cleansing

Hi! I saw this product on one of my serums and didn’t know what it was so I did some research and I’m here to share my new knowledge with you.

Bakuchiol is an ingredient that is extracted from plants and seeds, it is a powerful antioxidant that helps against discolouration of the skin due to the sun.

What does it do? It calms the skin en makes it less sensitive. It is supposed to help against signs of ageing as well. It is also commonly used in products for acne prone skin.

How do I use it? This depends on which product you use. You find it in serums, moisturisers, spf’s,… I like it in serums. Also it has the most impact when it’s used with retinol.

For who is it? Mostly for people with dry, sensitive of acne prone skin.

Have you used it?

Bakuchiol

You see this in a lot of skincare products, but what is it exactly. I’m here to tell you. ;))

Ceramides are produced by the skin naturally and prevent from dryness and infection. However it is not always enough, so we see it a lot in moisturisers. When people talk about skin barrier and products to help with it, ceramides are in a lot of those products.

What does it do in skincare? Improves the health of the skin, protects from damage, redness and dryness, helps against ageing. 

What happens if we don’t get it enough? You can get eczema, dry skin or ichthyosis.

How do I use it? You can mostly find it in serums, toners and moisturisers. There are a lot if different ceramides so it is advised to first talk to a dermatologist about what will suit your skin best.

Have you used this?

Ceramides

Now summer has started and sunscreen more important is than ever (please use it even if it’s winter), I thought I would explain the difference between mineral and chemical sunscreen.

What is mineral sunscreen? This is a sunscreen that sits on top of the skin and makes a physical barrier between the skin and the UV rays. It reflects the UV rays. Their active ingredients are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide and fits best for sensitive skin.

What is chemical sunscreen? This is a sunscreen that absorbs the UV light on top of the skin. Their active ingredients are oxybenzone, avobenzone, actisalate, homosalate, octocrylene, octinoxate and ecamsule. Unlike mineral sunscreen this is sweat and water resistant and absorbs into the skin quickly.

So which is better? This really depends on your skin. Chemical sunscreen can irritate sensitive skin and disrupt hormones. Mineral sunscreen is thick and can cause break-outs in acne-prone skin and can leave a white film.

Which one do you prefer?

Chemical vs mineral sunscreen

I just got these in the mail. Thank you so much Facetheory for gifting me these, can’t wait to try them out!

Facetheory

Once in a while I get these samples send by Kiehl’s and last time I got a serum. Serums are my favourite part in skincare but it is very difficult to review after using it once. However this one really did something after one use.

Claims: Kiehl's Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum is all about restoring your skin's youthful appearance and firmness. The anti-aging treatment contains microdosed retinol, which supports the skin's natural regeneration processes and promotes collagen production. The serum also contains peptides: on the one hand for structural regeneration, on the other hand to support the skin in absorbing the retinol. Ceramides refine the unique combination of active ingredients: they help to firm the skin, regenerate the skin's barrier lipids and build retinol tolerance. The result: Wrinkles are reduced, pores are refined, the skin becomes smoother and firmer and looks more youthful after just a few weeks of continuous use. The retinol serum is well tolerated - so any skin type can benefit from this effective anti-aging care.

My thoughts: As you can see in the video I was shocked by the feeling it gave me after just applying it. It felt so refreshing and strengthening after just once. I can’t really describe how it felt but it was so good. I am definitely going to buy this. To bad I used it in the pm because it also made my pores smaller and who doesn’t love that. On the packaging it says that it is for every skin type, you can use it in the am and pm and it is for face and neck.

I guess that the packaging is very big to take with you but it isn’t really a bad thing.


I just burned myself from studying outside. Tho it hurts a bit, it is an excellent opportunity to review this after sun by nivea.

Claims: Nivea Sun Moisturizing After Sun Lotion cools and refreshes your skin after sun exposure. The lotion absorbs quickly and provides a silky soft skin feeling.
This Nivea Sun After Sun Lotion with aloe vera helps to restore the moisture balance of the skin.

My thoughts: Immediately after applying the lotion it feel super calming. The itching goes away and you skin feels really hydrated. I love that there is aloe vera in it.


I received this product for free from Picky and The skin house in exchange for my honest review.

Claims: The second step of skin care for controlling oily skin
Pore Control Powder Serum controls sebum, and provides moisture closely to the wide and loosed pores of skin with the clean and light texture. It makes the skin texture moist, and can be used to oily or troubled skin. First, it removes the old keratin on the pores and the skin surface to elaborate a smooth skin, and then it removes sebum and the waste matters without skin stimulation so that you can feel the excellent cleansing effect. After that, by the cooling texture it refreshes your skin and gives an instant shrinking effect. Finally, it forms a sebum controlling film and improves elasticity by Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract. This refreshing and moisturizing essence supplies moisture to oily skin which is in short of moisture and prevents the greasiness of skin caused by sebum.

Key ingredients:
-green tea extract
-tea tree
-aloe vera
-hyssop

Packaging:
I really like the packaging. I love the green/blueish glass with the gold letters on it. For these types of serums I like that the packaging is see true. It feels heavy and luxurious. 

Scent:
Slighty scented, it doesn’t bother me and goes away quickly.

Texture:
Thick liquid.

My thoughts: I have combination skin and this product is recommended for oily skin. I love how hydrating it is, certainly not to much for combination skin so don’t let that scare you. It spreads easily and feel refreshing and pleasant to the skin. I struggle with large pores myself and already after the first try I could see them look smaller. I have been using this in the morning and evening and I will continue using it in the morning.

Feels hydrating and nice on the lips. I like how it changes according to the ph on your lips

It smells good and really brightens the skin.

Carostorms