SK Notes

Interview with a dermatologist / All about rosacea

Is your skin sensitive? Do you notice any redness on your face? Have you just been diagnosed with rosacea? Don't worry, an expert will answer all y...

Dermatologist's Top Picks: Skintegra Amphibian and Infrared

Two of our favourite products, Amphibian and Infrared, now officially have the title of the best!

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?

INTERVIEW WITH A DERMATOLOGIST / SUN AND SKIN

"I think that today there is no justification for irregular use of SPF products because there is a large selection of products on the market that a...

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 mos...

Hormones, PMS and their effect on the skin

Levels of oestrogen, testosterone and progesterone fluctuate from one month to the next, causing numerous changes in the body and also manifestatio...

Volcanica / New generation clay mask

Volcanica is designed as an occasional treatment for skin that suffers from surface impurities, clogged pores and sebaceous filaments, but also for...

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."

Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate: what you need to know

Sodium ascorbyl phosphate or SAP is an extremely safe, stable and water-soluble form of vitamin C that functions on the skin as a potent antioxida...

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 en...

What are surfactants?

To everyone who wants to know more, we are answering the question - what are in fact surfactants?