Fine LinesRetinal vs. retinol: where to start
Why retinal works faster, and how to start gently.
Skin Science, Simply Explained
Routines, ingredient guides and honest advice for common skin concerns.
The Aura Skin Journal
Fine Lines
New Arrivals & Skin Tips
- Excess Oil
An oil-control routine for Kigali's climate
Keep shine in check without stripping your skin.
- Dark Spots
Niacinamide or alpha arbutin for dark spots?
How two popular brighteners work, and how to choose.
From the Skin Journal
- Fine Lines
Retinal vs. retinol: where to start
Why retinal works faster, and how to start gently.
- Excess Oil
An oil-control routine for Kigali's climate
Keep shine in check without stripping your skin.
- Dark Spots
Niacinamide or alpha arbutin for dark spots?
How two popular brighteners work, and how to choose.
- Dryness
Urea and barrier repair, explained
Why urea creams help dry, tight skin recover.
- Routine
Layering The Ordinary serums safely
Which actives pair well, and which to keep apart.
- Dark Spots
Why daily SPF matters for dark spots
The simplest step that keeps pigment from coming back.
- Dryness
Hyaluronic acid: how to make it hydrate
Damp skin, then moisturiser: the order that counts.
- Excess Oil
Salicylic acid for blackheads
How BHA clears pores, and how often to use it.
- Fine Lines
Peptides for firmer-looking skin
A gentle anti-aging step for sensitive skin.