Recommended Skincare Resources
We get asked all the time to write more skincare resources for everyone but we want to keep focusing on developing the main components of SkinCarisma first — we’ll get around to it, we promise!
We decided to curate a list of our trusted and recommended skincare resources that we use ourselves. The list is split into online communities and bloggers and is in no particular order. We hope that you find them as useful and as valuable as we have.
Online Communities
1) /r/SkincareAddiction (Skincare Addiction Subreddit)
A vibrant, helpful subreddit for skincare advice, questions, and product discussion. Shout-out to their long-standing, helpful moderators!
2) /r/AsianBeauty (Asian Beauty Subreddit)
A subreddit focused on Asian skincare philosophies and products. Great for discovering ingredients and regimens unique to AB routines.
3) Other Subreddits:
r/skincarescience
r/AsianBeautyAdvice
r/abdiscussion
r/MakeupAddiction
4) Makeup Alley Skincare Board
Another community frequently suggested by users. Packed with peer-reviewed product reviews.
Bloggers
1) Skincaea
An old-school gem of a blog focused on skincare education for beginners, especially around acne and sun protection.
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2) Just About Skin
Science-based skincare blog run by a biochemist. In-depth guides on sensitive skin, pigmentation, anti-aging, and sun care.
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3) Simple Skincare Science
Educational and humorous deep-dives into skincare science. Amazing fungal acne resource and acne diet advice.
Recommended Articles:
- PIE vs PIH: How to Get Rid of Acne Scars
- Fungal Acne Treatment Guide
- The Acne Diet
- Chemical Peels at Home Guide
4) Lab Muffin
Science-based blog by PhD chemist Michelle. Highly educational articles on beauty myths, ingredient science, and sunscreen.
Recommended Articles:
- Why Vitamin C Can Stain Your Skin
- Do I Need a Special Cleanser for Sunscreen?
- What Does pH Mean?
- Lab Muffin YouTube Channel
5) The Beauty Brains
Hosted by cosmetic chemists Randy & Perry. Demystifies cosmetic marketing. Includes 165+ podcast episodes.
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6) Kind of Stephen (Advanced)
Advanced discussions of skincare science by a cosmetic chemist. He also runs the BeautyRecap newsletter.
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Instagram Accounts
Chemist Confessions
Run by two cosmetic chemists. No-nonsense skincare tips, product explainers, and fun visuals.