Blonde woman with an aged face
18 Apr. 2025 Skincare Comment

Menopause and Skin Aging: Science, Myths and Solutions | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Hot flashes, mood swings… and sagging skin? What really happens to your face during menopause—and what can you actually do about it?     Spoiler: It’s not just about hormones. Today we’re separating facts from fear mongering and helping you take back control.      What is menopause, perimenopause, menopause transition and the menopause continuum? When we talk about changes…

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A travel size of the e.l.f. Blemish Breakthrough Triple Acid Resurfacing Serum standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
14 Apr. 2025 Skincare Comment

What 8.5% Acid Really Means: e.l.f. Blemish Breakthrough Serum Review | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   If you’ve ever struggled with lingering texture or dark spots after a breakout, you’ve likely been tempted by exfoliating serums—especially ones that promise results without irritation. The e.l.f. Blemish Breakthrough Triple-Acid Resurfacing Serum claims to do just that, combining Salicylic, Tranexamic, and Lactobionic Acid in a lightweight, budget-friendly formula.     But with no percentage breakdown and a surprisingly gentle feel……

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Blonde woman standing in front of flowers on a branch
11 Apr. 2025 Skincare Comment

My Realistic Spring Skincare Routine at 46: Acne, Fine Lines & Flaky Skin | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Seasonal skincare trends say: ‘New season, new routine!’ I say: Keep what works—and tweak what doesn’t. Today I’ll walk you through my real-life spring skincare routine: acne, allergies, aging—all included.     Have you changed up your routine already?      What are my main concerns? Before we get into my actual routine, let me quickly summarise what I am…

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A tube of Dr Sheth's Haldi & Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen SPF 50 PA+++ standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
07 Apr. 2025 Skincare Comment

Dr. Sheth’s Haldi and Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen – for Indian skin | Doctors Review

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Obviously the Dr. Sheth’s Haldi and Hyaluronic Acid Sunscreen SPF 50 isn’t for Indian skin only. I just picked that headline because it is pretty hard to get it anwhere else. And one of the most common questions I get on my video review (linked below and published quite a while ago) is: „How did you get that?“     No…

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The Qure micro-infusion device and a bottle of serum standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
04 Apr. 2025 Skincare Comment

Qure Micro-Infusion System Review: 3 Months Later—Does It Really Work? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   A skincare device with gold-plated needles that promises to deliver active ingredients deep into your skin—without pain, trauma, or risk of infection? As someone who’s always been skeptical about at-home microneedling, I had my doubts. But the Qure Micro-Infusion System claims to solve many of my concerns.     So, does it actually work, or is it just another overhyped gadget?…

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Garnier body lotions and Balea Toners standing in front of a dark surface with white flowers
31 März 2025 Skincare Comment

Doctor Anne’s Skincare Stash Update: What’s new in March? Balea Beauty Expert and Garnier

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PURCHASED MYSELF AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   What made it into my skincare stash in March? Not much, actually, which is why I decided to add in some body care that I purchased as well. It isn’t that my body care is a well kept secret, quite on the contrary, it is just usually so basic and boring I don’t bother talking about it on here. I did purchase…

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A bottle of Geek and Gorgeous A-Game 20 standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
28 März 2025 Skincare Comment

New High-Strength Retinal! Geek and Gorgeous A-Game 20 Review vs The Ordinary 0.2% Emulsion | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Geek and Gorgeous released their new high strength retinal recently, the Geek and Gorgeous A-Game 20. It is one of the two strongest budget retinal serums available at the moment, with only Medik8 offering a 0.24% concentration at a much higher price point.     But is it worth your money, what changed compared to the other A-Game products and how…

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Woman looking sceptical at a Growth Factor Molecule
21 März 2025 Skincare Comment

Growth Factors in Skincare: Benefits, Risks, and Are They Worth the Hype? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   Wouldn’t it be great if we could just tell our skin to behave like it did in our 20s—just by applying a serum? Well, that’s exactly what growth factors in skincare claim to do. But is there any solid science behind it, or is this just another overhyped anti-aging trend?     Today, we will look at what Growth Factors are,…

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A DermRays V8S At Home Laser Hair Removal Device lying next to a pink razor on a marbled surface
14 März 2025 Skincare Comment

DermRays V8S Laser Hair Removal Review: 6 Months, No Results? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   When I first showed you the DermRays V8S Laser Hair Removal Device in a skincare stash update post, the requests for a review were overwhelming. Even people I know in real life approached me, curious about my experience and whether it was worth the money. I absolutely get it—who wouldn’t want a long-lasting, easy solution for smooth, hair-free skin? I know…

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A tube of innisfree Intensive Hydrating Cream with Green Tea Seed, a green pot, standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
10 März 2025 Skincare Comment

innisfree Intensive Hydrating Cream with Green Tea Seed Review: Hydration for Dry Skin? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: SOME PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER   You shouldn’t confuse the innisfree Intensive Hydrating Cream with Green Tea Seed and the innisfree Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Acid Cream as despite very the similar name, one is made for dry skins and the other is apparently much more lightweight.     I have however only tried the Intensive Hydrating Cream with Green Tea Seed, the one made with dry…

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