Author name: Petra Nakashian

Petra Nakashian (previously Kravos) is a dedicated natural health and beauty blogger, driven by the loss of her parents to cancer, which led her to meticulously research beauty product ingredients. With over 10 years of experience, her in-depth knowledge has made her a trusted expert in the field. Founder of Be Healthy Now and Green Beauty Talk, Petra recently expanded her expertise with Beauty Insights Hub, exploring a wider range of beauty treatments. Committed to transparency and honesty, her work is a vital resource for navigating the complex world of beauty.

Understanding Alpha Hydroxy Acids: Mandelic acid vs Glycolic acid

The use of alpha hydroxy actives in skincare goes beyond simple exfoliation. These can also provide benefits in dealing with discoloration issues like hyperpigmentation and inflammatory disorders like acne. As such it is important to know how each acts to know which will be best suited for you. In this article, you will learn the

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microdermabrasion treatment

Choosing Safe Ingredients for Skin After Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a gentle in-clinic exfoliation technique designed to improve skin texture and tone. By using a specialized applicator tipped with fine crystals, it carefully removes the outer layer of the skin, revealing a brighter and more youthful appearance beneath. Despite its non-invasive nature, choosing the right skincare products after the treatment is essential to

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How to use Azelaic Acid for Perioral Dermatitis

If you wake up one morning with tiny red bumps around your mouth this may be a sign you are suffering from perioral dermatitis. This inflammatory skin condition is a widespread condition experienced by women and children. Although common, its cause is still unknown to science and possible topical treatments include azelaic acid. Azelaic acid

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Why argan oil is one of the best oils to use during pregnancy

Between the hormonal changes and your belly growing bigger, your skin goes through a lot during pregnancy. From stretch marks, and dry skin, to melasma, and frequent breakouts the list goes on. During this period, keeping your skin properly moisturized is important and natural oils like argan oil are a great option. In this article,

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jojoba oil

Golden Jojoba Oil vs Clear Jojoba Oil: What’s the Difference?

Jojoba oil comes from the seeds produced by the jojoba shrub plant. This plant is commonly grown in Mexico and certain regions of the US and is very coveted in the cosmetic industry. Although called “oil”, jojoba oil is in fact a liquid wax that has very similar properties to the skin’s natural sebum. Jojoba

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Treating Perioral Dermatitis during pregnancy

Pregnancy is one of the most transformative experiences in a woman’s life. The body’s adjustment to the new life it carries is often accompanied by skin dermatitis due to hormonal fluctuations. An example of such a skin disorder is perioral dermatitis. Perioral dermatitis is a form of eczema that manifests itself as tiny itchy rashes

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Neal’s Yard Remedies Frankincense Intense Eye Cream Review

Lately, I’ve started to notice that fine lines around my eye area are getting much more noticeable so I thought it was time to try a new eye cream. I’ve decided to test Frankincense Intense™ Age-Defying Eye Cream from Neal’s Yard Remedies as it claims to “visibly reduce fine lines & wrinkles with a 3-Peptide

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Can I use mandelic acid and alpha-arbutin together?

When it comes to dealing with skin issues such as acne, blemishes, dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and fine lines, alpha-arbutin and mandelic acid are two common skincare actives that can help. These potent actives individually function in different ways to help achieve brighter skin but what happens when they are used together? Can they even be

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