Skincare Ingredients: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
Do you know what you’re putting on your face? Here with the good, the bad, and the ugly side of skin care was Lisa Stewart from Solia Spa. Check out her list of skin care ingredients to look for – and look out for.
The Good
Hyaluronic Acid (plumps and hydrates the skin)
Vitamin C / L-Ascorbic Acid (provides potent antioxidant protection)
Retinol (Derivative of Vitamin A)
Peptides
Cruelty free / Vegan free / Gluten free
The Bad
Parabens
Emulsifiers
Snail Serum / Microneedling
The Ugly
Hydroquinone (bleaching agent / increases cancer risk / quick fix)
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (fatty acids/thickening agents which can bleach & irritate the skin)