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    Best Soaps for Contact Dermatitis

    This one is going to be very short as we could only find 3 soaps for contact dermatitis. Also, make sure to conduct a patch test at the doctor’s office to see what ingredients you are allergic to before buying skincare and haircare products. So here it is: Our Pick: 1. Vanicream Cleansing Bar This soap is perfect for sensitive skin associated with eczema, psoriasis, and winter itch. It is also a good option for those with contact dermatitis. Rating Price 10/10 $ What ingredients does it contain? Sodium cocoyl isethionate, glyceryl stearate, simethicone, sodium chloride, petrolatum, ceteareth-20, stearic acid, water, sodium isethionate, sodium lauroyl sarcosinate, PEG-30 stearate, PEG-20, sorbic…

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    Best Shampoos and Conditioners for Contact Dermatitis

    This one is going to be very short as we could only find 1 shampoo and conditioner from the same brand for contact dermatitis. Also, make sure to conduct a patch test at the doctor’s office to see what ingredients you are allergic to before buying skincare and haircare products. So here it is: Our Pick: 1. Vanicream – Free & Clear Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Rating Price 10/10 $ It is dye-free, fragrance-free, lanolin-free, paraben-free, formaldehyde-free, gluten-free, botanical extract-free, non-greasy, and won’t clog pores. What ingredients does it contain? Purified water, lauryl glucoside, coco-glucoside, acrylates copolymer, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl glycinate, disodium cocoyl glutamate*, glycerin, sucrose cocoate, panthenol, pentylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol,…

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    Best Cleansers for Contact Dermatitis

    Finding a cleanser for contact dermatitis can be very difficult and even if you do find one, it can still cause contact dermatitis. Now if you know your condition very well, contact dermatitis occurs because of an allergic reaction to an ingredient or substance present in products. So you will need to get a patch test to see what ingredients you’re allergic to before buying skincare products. When choosing cleansers, make sure they are dye-free, lanolin-free, paraben-free, fragrance-free, formaldehyde-free, botanical extract-free, gluten-free, and essential oil-free. This list is very small because there are not many cleansers that can be used for contact dermatitis. Our Pick: 1. Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser…

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    Best Enzyme Exfoliators for Sensitive Skin

    An enzyme exfoliator is much gentler than AHAs and BHAs. They don’t over-exfoliate the skin and would be more suitable for sensitive skin. The enzyme exfoliators we choose are gentle and made from rice and papaya enzymes. Our Pick: 1. Tony Moly – I’m Rice Exfoliating Enzyme Powder This is an enzyme-exfoliating powder that uses rice powder, rice extract, and papaya enzymes to gently exfoliate skin and reveal a brighter and more radiant complexion. Rating Price 10/10 $ Pros: Cons: What ingredients does it contain? Corn Starch, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Papaya Extract, Rice Powder, Protease, Rice Extract, Butylene Glycol. 2. SRB –…

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    Best Moisturizers for Contact Dermatitis

    Finding a moisturizer for contact dermatitis can be very difficult and even if you do find one, it can still cause contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis occurs because of an allergic reaction to an ingredient or substance present in products. So you will need to get a patch test to see what ingredients you’re allergic to before buying skincare products. When choosing moisturizers, make sure they are dye-free, fragrance-free, lanolin-free, paraben-free, formaldehyde-free, botanical extract-free, gluten-free, and essential oil-free. Our Pick: 1. Vaseline  Vaseline is the go-to moisturizer for people with contact dermatitis as it not only moisturizes the skin but also contains minimal ingredients. Rating Price 10/10 $ Pros: Cons: What…

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    Best Korean Sunscreens for Sensitive Skin

    For today’s post, we will be talking about the best Korean sunscreens for sensitive skin including dry/dehydrated skin types. The sunscreens we have listed below are mostly chemical but they are safe and a good option to try out if you have sensitive skin. We also have 1 mineral sunscreen on the list and you can find more at the bottom of the post. Our Pick: 1. Round Lab – Birch Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 50, PA++++ This is a moisturizing Korean sunscreen that can be used for all skin types including ultra-sensitive skin. It is a highly recommended sunscreen and has a lot of positive reviews. Rating Price 10/10 $$…

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    Best Korean Sunscreens for Oily, Acne-prone Skin

    Finding a Korean sunscreen for oily, acne-prone skin is very tough and often times people get recommended sunscreens that are more suitable for combination skin. In this list, we are focusing on sunscreens that you might have not heard about. The most common Korean sunscreens recommended for oily, acne-prone skin are in the Honourable Mentions. Our Pick: 1. Etude House – Sunprise Mild Airy Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA++++ This is the best Korean sunscreen that is recommended for oily, acne-prone skin. It is a mineral sunscreen that is lightweight, non-greasy, dries quickly, and has a proper finish. You can also use this if you have sensitive oily, acne-prone skin.…

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    Best Japanese Exfoliator for all Skin Types

    This post is about the best Japanese exfoliators and how they are suitable for all skin types. All of the products we have chosen are peeling gels that exfoliate the skin and do so without irritating the skin. This makes it suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin. Our Pick: 1. Cure Natural Aqua Gel This is a Japanese exfoliator that is suitable for all skin types. It is gentle and comes in a gel-like formula that removes dead skin effectively without causing undue stress to the skin. Rating Price 10/10 $$$ Pros: Cons: What ingredients does it contain? Water, Glycerine, Crosspolymer, Dicocodimonium chloride, Stearicrimonium bromide, Aloe vera leaf…

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    Best Korean Exfoliators for Combination Skin

    In this post, we will discuss the best Korean exfoliators for combination skin. How did we choose? We choose each exfoliator based on how many times people have used and recommended it. They are also suitable for all combination skin types like oily, acne-prone, dry, dehydrated, or sensitive skin. They contain AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, and ingredients that moisturize the skin without irritating it. They are also free from PEGs, silicones, fragrances, alcohol, and essential oils. Note: you can use these exfoliators once or twice a week depending on the amount of irritation you experience. Our Pick: 1. COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid This is a good Korean exfoliator to use…

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    Best Korean Exfoliators for Oily, Acne-prone Skin

    In this post, we will discuss the best Korean exfoliators for oily, acne-prone skin. How did we choose? We choose each exfoliator based on how many times people have used and recommended it. They help to remove whiteheads, blackheads, and congested pores associated with oily, acne-prone skin. They contain AHAs, BHAs, and ingredients that exfoliate and moisturize the skin without irritating or damaging it. They are free from fragrance, alcohol, PEGs, silicones, and essential oils. Note: you can use these exfoliators once or twice a week depending on the amount of irritation you feel. Our Pick: 1. COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid This is a really good Korean exfoliator for…