Ingredients
What vitamin C, niacinamide, azelaic acid, retinoids and more actually do, which percentages matter, and how to use them safely.
Acsolve is one of the most searched acne products in Pakistan. It is a clindamycin antibiotic lotion for red, swollen pimples, and it works best, and keeps working, only when it is paired with benzoyl peroxide. Here's what it does, what it costs and how to use it.
Skinoren is one of the most searched skin creams in Pakistan. It is a 20% azelaic acid cream for acne, and dermatologists also use it for dark marks and melasma. Here's what it does, what it costs and how to use it without the sting putting you off.
Adapalene is the gentlest prescription-strength retinoid for acne, and the local versions cost under Rs 300. Here's which adapalene gel to buy in Pakistan, how strong it should be, and how to use it without irritation.
Eventone C is one of the most searched brightening creams in Pakistan. It is a cosmetic cream with glutathione, two forms of vitamin C, niacinamide and licorice, and no hydroquinone or steroid on its label. Here's what it can and can't do, what it really costs, and how to avoid the fakes.
Hydrozole is one of the most searched skin creams in Pakistan. It is an antifungal with a mild steroid, made for short courses on itchy, red fungal rashes. Here's what it treats, what it costs, and how to use it safely.
Skin-A is one of the most searched skin creams in Pakistan, and one of the most misused. Here's what this tretinoin cream actually does, what it costs, and how to use it so it clears acne instead of burning your face.
Glycerin and rose water is Pakistan's oldest winter skincare trick, and the science backs it up. Here's how glycerin works, the right way to mix and use it, what it costs, and the "glycerin" products that don't belong on your face.
Alpha arbutin is one of the gentlest ingredients for fading dark spots. Here's how it works, how to use it, and which products are worth buying in Pakistan.
Azelaic acid treats acne and the dark marks it leaves, and it's gentle enough for sensitive skin and pregnancy. Here's how to use it and what to buy in Pakistan.
Centella, or cica, is the calming hero of Korean skincare. Here's what it really does, who should use it, and what it costs in Pakistan.
Glutathione is sold in Pakistan as a whitening miracle. Here's what the research actually shows about capsules, injections and creams, and what works better.
Glycolic acid is the fastest way to brighter, smoother skin, and the easiest to overdo. Here's how to choose the right format and use it safely.
Retinol is one of the most proven ingredients in skincare, and the easiest to get wrong. Here's how to start slowly and actually see results.
Both fade dark spots, but they work differently. Here's how azelaic acid and niacinamide compare — and how to choose between them or combine them.
