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your best skin ever.
Science-backed information on products, concerns & ingredients —
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Can You Use Vitamin C and Hyaluronic Acid Together?
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The Beginner's Guide to Skin Care
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How to Use Niacinamide in Your Skin Care Routine
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Since 1995, we've been providing consumers with a wealth of skincare research and insights.
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Ingredients, Decoded.
Vitamin C or Peptides? BHA or AHA? Your skincare routine shouldn't require a chemistry degree.
We review the latest science to find out what actually works (and what doesn't). Then, we deliver this research through digestible guides and powerful, ingredients tools.
What Are Peptides In Skin Care and What Do They Do for Your Skin?
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Retinol for Skin: The Ultimate Guide
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Skin Care Ingredient Checker
You shouldn't have to play detective to understand your skincare. Our ingredient checker allows you to evaluate the quality of ingredients in any skincare product, by simply uploading a photo.
Concerns, Addressed.
From blemish-prone to ageing skin, redness to dark spots, our skin concern guides translate science into clear, helpful tips.
We break down the root causes, debunk common myths, and surface treatments that actually work, so you can understand your skin and take action.
What is Skin Longevity? Guide to Youthful-Looking Skin
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How to Care for Very Dry Skin
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How to Renew Ageing Skin
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How to Prevent and Get Rid of Blackheads
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Products & Routines, Simplified.
We make things that work better and last longer. Our products solve real problems with clean design and honest materials.
How to Exfoliate Skin Using Chemical Exfoliants
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Why You Should Use a Face Serum
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How to Put Together a Skin Care Routine
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How to Apply Sunscreen
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Our Mission
In 1995 Beautypedia was founded by Paula Begoun to help consumers sort skincare fact from fiction. Today, in a beauty-industry dominated by noise, we remain steadfast in this promise with a simple mission: empower you to achieve your best skin ever by providing clear, honest guidance.
Our Science Experts
Our articles aren't an echo chamber for trends; they're trustworthy guides written by experts and vetted by our Science Advisory Board comprised of industry-leading dermatologists and scientists. No fluff or fads. Just the facts.
Dr. Corey L. Hartman, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Beth McLellan, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Debra Jaliman, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, PhD
PhD - Biology
Dr. Joyce Park, MD
Board-Certified Dermatologist
Dr. Greg Fahy, PhD
PhD - Pharmacology & Cryobiology