Comedones

They are clogged or plugged hair follicles or pores formed by the mixture of skin cells and sebum that can be categorized as open (blackheads)

Pores

Small openings on the skin’s surface that act as an outlet for sebaceous and sweat glands to keep the skin moisturized and cool.

Sebum

Skin slugging

A cult favourite K-beauty practice of layering your face with a heavy occlusive like petroleum jelly as the last step of your nighttime skincare ritual

Cycle syncing

The practice of coordinating your skincare ritual and products to match the natural shifts of your skin as per your menstrual cycle.

Anti-inflammatory

A substance that reduces signs like redness, irritation and swelling by inhibiting the body’s immune response to allergens, acne, rosacea and eczema.

Neem oil

Derived from Azadirachta indica, it has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties, making it beneficial for acne, eczema, and psoriasis.