What exactly is 'alcohol denat.' and why is it included in moisturizers and 'gentle' face washes?
You may be surprised to see how many times “alcohol” appears in the ingredients for common drug store skincare products. Isn’t alcohol drying? So why would companies include alcohols in skincare—especially in products that claim to be hydrating/moisturizing?
Eucerin vs. Aveeno vs. Dove: Which brand makes the best eczema lotion?
My stomach emits loud, rumbly noises if I don’t eat breakfast. So to avoid embarrassment, I always make sure to I eat a big bowl of oatmeal every morning if I have time. But recently, I’ve been thinking about another type of oatmeal: colloidal oatmeal, which is the active functional ingredient in many eczema relief lotions and creams. (Note to self: Investigate the difference between lotions and creams.)
How does this sunscreen deliver a cooling sensation? Plus, is 'alcohol denat.' a cause for concern?
Imagine that you’re outside in the middle of August. Everything is sticky, and the air so humid that you feel like the whole world took a hot shower and forgot to open the bathroom door to let the steam out. You’ve been outside for about two hours, which means that you need to reapply your sunscreen. Yessss! You’ve been waiting for this moment…because applying sunscreen feels like stepping into store that has A/C on full blast. Wait, what?
Skin care reviews for real people, courtesy of me and my dad.
I solemnly swear to research skin care and beauty products, ask my dad (the chemist) for advice, and share those findings with you!
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