Skin Fundamentals
The Power of Enzyme Exfoliation for Radiant, Healthy Skin
When most people think of exfoliation, they imagine scrubs or acid-based formulas - but there’s another, equally effective method: enzyme exfoliati...
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Skin Fundamentals
AHA Exfoliants vs BHA Exfoliants: Which is Right for Your Skin?
When it comes to exfoliating acids, there are two families that dominate the skincare world: AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids) and BHAs (beta hydroxy acid...
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Skin Fundamentals
Why Our AHA Exfoliant Uses Natural Beads, Not Plastic — and Why It Matters for Your Skin
When it comes to exfoliation, not all beads are created equal. At Dermalist, we know your skin - and the planet - deserve better than the harsh, ou...
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Skin Fundamentals
Three Signs It’s Time to Simplify Your Skincare Routine
In skincare, more doesn’t always mean better. While multi-step routines and ingredient layering can feel luxurious, too much of a good thing can ac...
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Skin Fundamentals
Why Lactic and Mandelic Acid Are the Ultimate Duo for a Gentle Yet Effective Cleanser
Lactic + Mandelic = Your Skin's New Power CoupleIn the world of skincare acids, lactic and mandelic don’t always get the spotlight they deserve. Bu...
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Skin Fundamentals
The Reason Your Skin Isn’t Changing? It’s Probably Still Inflamed
The Reason Your Skin Isn’t Changing? It’s Probably Still Inflamed When clients tell me their skincare routine just isn’t delivering results - wheth...
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Skin Fundamentals
What Really Ages Your Skin (Hint: It's Not Time)
Think your fine lines, pigmentation, or skin sagging are just part of getting older? Think again. While we’re often told that wrinkles are inevitab...
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Skin Concerns
Skin Health vs Skin Concerns: What Your Skin Really Needs (and Why Dermalist Does Both)
In the ever-evolving world of skincare, we’re constantly presented with two very different goals: treat a visible skin concern now, or invest in yo...
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Skin Fundamentals
Skincare with Purpose: The Journey Behind Dermalist
Stef Milla, Founder & Formulator of Dermalist My journey into the world of aesthetics began over 27 years ago with a personal experience that w...
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Skin Fundamentals
THE SKINCARE CODE #4 - The Truth About Megadosing in Skincare
You’ve heard the message before: more active ingredients = better skin. But here’s the truth…That’s marketing — not medicine. In the world of clini...
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Skin Fundamentals
THE SKINCARE CODE #3 - Hype sells ingredients
Beyond the Buzz: Why Not All Active Ingredients Are Created Equal It’s easy to get swept up in the hype. Skincare shelves are filled with labels bo...
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THE SKINCARE CODE #2 - Your Skin Speaks Synergy
The Synergy Principle: Why One Hero Ingredient Isn’t Enough In the world of skincare, it’s easy to be swept up by the hype of “hero ingredients.” F...
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