Skincare guide

What does an active ingredient do in your skin, and how do you apply it correctly? We explain it here step by step: without jargon, with the studies we rely on. At the end of each article you will find the matching products from our shop.

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ZO Skin Health retinol: which one suits you?

ZO Skin Health has retinol for fine lines, pigmentation spots, blemishes and the eyes. Here you can read how the products differ and how to get started.

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Mineral sun protection for the face

What sets zinc oxide and titanium dioxide apart from chemical filters, and who mineral sun protection suits. Plus: how to apply and reapply it without a white film.

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Combining retinol and vitamin C correctly

Retinol and vitamin C fit into one routine if each gets its own time of day. Here you can read three example routines and what is normal in the first weeks.

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iS Clinical: which product suits you?

Which iS Clinical product suits which skin concern, and the four products that make the easiest start.

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cosmelan home care: the weeks after the mask

After the cosmelan mask, things continue at home: with cosmelan 2, daily sun protection and a little patience. Here you can read how the weeks go and what is normal along the way.

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Vitamin C serum: morning or evening?

Whether your vitamin C serum belongs on your skin in the morning or the evening is stated on the product. Here you will find the answer for six products and what changes with retinol.

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Lactic acid peel: for a smooth, fresh-looking complexion

Lactic acid can help loosen old cells from the skin and helps it retain water. Here you can read how to use it correctly and why sun protection belongs to it.

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Peptides: what they can do for fine lines

Peptides are short chains of protein building blocks and are found in serums, eye care and creams. Here you can read how to use them and what studies have observed.

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Ceramides: what they can do for dry skin

Ceramides are fats that your skin forms itself and that help it retain water. Here you can read how to use them and what studies have observed.

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Azelaic acid: for an even, clear-looking complexion

Azelaic acid can contribute to an even-looking complexion and cares for skin prone to blemishes or redness. Here you can read how to use it in the evening and what studies have observed.

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Ferulic acid: what it adds to your vitamin C serum

Ferulic acid keeps vitamin C in the serum stable for longer and complements your sun protection. Here you can read how to use it in the morning and what you can expect.

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Glycolic acid: for smoother skin and a fresh complexion

Glycolic acid loosens old cells on top of the skin so that it can feel smoother. Here you can read how to start slowly and why sun protection belongs to it.

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