SK Notes
Ectoine: A little known genius ingredient
Small molecule with a big impact. Learn all about ectoine, why we adore it and in which Skintegra products you can find it.
Comedogenicity and how reliable is the comedogenic scale?
What is comedogenicity and how is it that a product that works great for all your friends doesn’t suit you?
ATOPIC DERMATITIS: Symptoms and treatment
Symptoms of atopic dermatitis can range from mild to chronic, can last for several months, but can also reappear continuously throughout life.
What does a thoughtfully created moisturizer look like?
The skincare market offers dozens of products which describe their effects by using the term “hydrating”. In reality, a “hydrating product” is mostly a simplified marketing term, while what the...
Interview with a dermatologist / Teenage skin care
"Adolescents most often turn to me precisely because of acne problems, which is expected given that almost 80% of teenagers have this problem."
Why is a healthy skin barrier important?
Healthy skin effectively protects us from external factors, is slightly moist and flexible to the touch and serves as a resistant shield against environmental stressors, irritants and allergens.
SPF: three letters that guard us from the sun
Do you think enough about the less "sunny" side of sunbathing and proper protection against harmful effects of UV radiation? Today we will remind you once again how important high quality UV protection is.
Hyperpigmentation - What you need to know
Traces of summer after increased exposure to the sun often follow us all year round in the form of brownish spots on the face. These are visible hyperpigmentation changes that occur as a result of photoaging and damage caused by UV radiation.
Find out your skin type!
We recognise four different skin types: dry, oily, normal and combination skin. Everyones skin type is generally permanent and genetically determined, but for each skin type it is necessary to take into account additional factors such as sensitivity and uniformity of tone and texture, which ultimately also affect the choice of proper skincare.
What is the Double Cleanse method and why is everyone talking about it?
The Double Cleanse method is as simple as it sounds - you need to clean your face twice with two different textured cleansers.