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240 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2021
People think ultranatural means ultrasafe and free from scary chemicals. The reality is that plants are complex. In its raw form, shea butter can be irritating. We recommend sticking to refined shea; you'll have a range of options for texture.
Ridiculous claims are everywhere in skincare, but we find them most eye-roll-worthy in cleansers. Assuming for a second that they did infuse their cleanser with a Fountain of Youth distillate, cleansers are just not really a good way to deliver all that anti-aging goodness into your skin. Remember, a cleanser's job is to take things off, not to add on. Regular priced cleansers with normal ingredients will do the job just fine.
Applying product to an unwashed face can potentially trap dirt and unwanted microbes underneath. In addition to causing breakouts, this can make it harder for your products to penetrate and go to work on your skin. Overall, skipping the cleansing step is pretty counterproductive if you're wanting to build a good routine, so let's start off with a clean slate!