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Microneedling caused rapid skin deterioration, significant…
Introduction: In previous Mask of Vanity posts, I have discussed a dangerous skin care trend called, microneedling or dermarolling. Microneedling has gained popularity as a cosmetic treatment because consumers have been misled to believe it can improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and promote collagen production. This study, specifically found the opposite of the to be

The Power Behind Youth Potion –…
In the ever-evolving world of beauty, two ingredients have endured the trends and stood the test of time for their almost supernatural efficacy: retinol and retinal. But what’s the difference between these skincare stalwarts? Or are they distinguishable only by a single letter? Though retinol and retinal are both derivatives of vitamin A and captivate skincare

Microneedling decayed, thinned and discolored the…
I am re-doing the microneedling experiment previously written about here because the effect of microneedling on human skin samples destroyed the skin badly. So badly that I was not able to properly complete the experiment. I want to conclusively show what dermarolling/microneedling does to the skin so I am redoing the experiment. Here I will catalogue

How To Love Parenting A Teenager…
Stressing about your teen-to-be? Here’s how to prepare for the wonder years… As parents we’re taught to dread the teenage years. The hormones, the arguments and the attitude have always haunted parents’ nightmares, but add a global pandemic and the very serious downsides of social media in the mix and you have a seriously toxic

Fall Beauty and Fashion Guide
As autumn descends upon us, we eagerly embrace the cooler weather and indulge in the comforting warmth of a pumpkin spice latte. Fall has transformed into a season that captures our hearts with its enchanting flavors, delicate rose gold hues, and the rich tapestry of fall neutrals. It’s that special time of year when we

The Origin Story of Woohoo Body
” style=”;” /> Pull up a chair, grab a cuppa, and settle in because golly gosh, do we have an origin story for you. It all started back in 2010. We (Phoebe and Aaron — partners in life, soon-to-be parents, and now co-founders of Woohoo Body) were living in Newcastle, juggling day jobs and quietly

Sleep hygiene – How natural remedies…
Oh for a good night’s sleep! How frustrating it is to lie awake night after night and crawl out of bed in the morning feeling tired and miserable. But there’s one aspect of sleep we can all do something about – our sleep hygiene. (By the way, this is nothing to nothing to do with