The Milupe Journal

Walk into almost any beauty store and you'll find products described as clean, pure, non-toxic, natural or free from unwanted ingredients. These words are reassuring, and it's easy to assume...

Smooth a few drops of serum over your face and, within a minute or so, the surface feels dry, perhaps a little tacky, then barely there at all. It is...

Retinoids are the vitamin A family of skincare ingredients, and they are among the most studied options for concerns such as fine lines, uneven texture and dark spots. The family...

Lavender, chamomile, witch hazel: the names alone sound reassuring, which is exactly why they deserve a second look rather than a free pass. Natural skincare products are often chosen specifically...

A higher percentage on a serum label can look like a shortcut to better results, but it tells you less than it seems to. A higher percentage of an active...

Persistent bumps that will not respond to your usual acne routine are frustrating, and the temptation is to hunt for a single ingredient to blame. Fungal acne, more accurately called...