Skincare comprised of natural, non-toxic, and healthy ingredients is a must, especially when we consider that the epidermis, the top part of the skin, is our body’s largest organ. Imagine eating poison" No, thanks. Well, the same holds true for what you put on your face and body. Think of it like this: if physically ingesting it would make you sick, it has no place in your skincare products.
Korean skincare seems to always be at the forefront of innovative, healthy ingredients. And since we’re constantly on the hunt for the best ingredient to produce collagen, even out skin texture, lighten dark spots, and banish blemishes, we thought we’d turn to K-beauty skincare specialist Sarah Lee (who also happens to be co-founder of K-beauty online skincare store Glow Recipe) to find out what’s trending in healthy, non-toxic K-beauty ingredients and products. PHAs: Short for polyhydroxy acids, PHAs are the gentlest of the exfoliating acids. Unlike AHAs and BHAs that penetrate below the surface, antioxidant-rich PHAs have larger molecules that penetrate less deeply to exfoliate while minimizing the risk of irritation.

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Centella Asiastica: An ancient, anti-inflammatory herb that soothes redness, heals irritation, and repairs barrier function. Great for sensitive or compromised skin.

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Green tea: A super antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that defends against environmental...