What's the Difference Between Astringent and Toner?
They’re both fluids used to treat skin after the washing step. “Astringent” implies something drying, and it’s usually alcohol-based. “Toner” implies something more soothing and hydrating, and it’s usually water-based. But check the ingredients, since some “toners” are actually rebranded astringents.
Is Astringent Good for Skin?
It’s been a long time since astringents were the prom queens of the skincare world (that’s not the scientific term). What changed and why?
Skincare experts used to think that the way to manage oily, blemish-prone skin was to remove the oil and bacteria. Hence, they loved harsh, bacteria-killing astringents (among other products). But in the last few decades, those experts started changing their minds.
How to Exfoliate Your Face
There are right ways and wrong ways to exfoliate. The wrong ways fall into one of these categories:
- Not doing it at all
- Doing it too often
- Doing it too harshly (too scratchy or too burn-y)
Is Skincare Really Necessary?
Dermatologists disagree on a lot, but they agree on two biggies:
- Everyone should wear sunscreen every day
- Everyone should wash their face every night
What's the Softest Face Cloth?
Mitty fabric is softer, stronger, and lasts for years. But why should you care? Let us explain.
Sephora and the Yellow Brick Road
The idea of replacing washcloths, wipes, and cotton balls is simple. So why did I make the product so complicated at first? Read on to find out where I went wrong and to learn about the "magic wand" that set me straight.
How to Wash Your Face
Are you washing your face right? Probably not. Good news--getting your face clean is lot simpler than you think. We help you get past outdated myths and marketing messages for cleaner, calmer skin.
How SPF Messes with Your Skincare (and what to do about it)
How do I get all of the benefits of SPF without the drawbacks? The secret is how you take it off.
Why You Should NOT Do a Plastic Purge
Plastic is a big problem. But throwing all of it away can lead to bigger problems. Let us explain...
30 Ways to Use a Mitty
We could go on forever, but here are 30 of our favorite ways to use the ultra-soft Mitty
How I Invented The Mitty II--Choosing a Fabric
How do you find the perfect skincare fabric? Test, test, and test again! The story of how I picked the fabric that inspired the Mitty.
