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A bottle of Medik8 C-Tetra Advanced 20% Vitamin C Gel Serum standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
25 Feb. 2026 Skincare 1 comment

Medik8 C-Tetra Advanced Review: 20% THD vs Ascorbic Acid for Aging 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   This is a review of the new Medik8 C-Tetra Advanced Gel Serum — but it’s not just about this. It’s about why ‘20% vitamin C’ on a label should make you take a closer look, so you know exactly what you are getting before you purchase. Especially at 85 €.     Because 20% tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate is not the same thing…

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A tube of The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
29 Dez. 2025 Skincare 1 comment

The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser Review: Gentle Balm or Overhyped? | 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 I admit I was really excited when I got my hands on my first bottle of The Ordinary Squalane Cleanser. It had been out for some time already when I tried it (the video below is from April 2023, which gives you an idea of how much of a backlog I have with posting on here) and by then I had read…

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A bottle of The Inkey List Hydrating Cream to Milk Cleanser standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
25 Dez. 2025 Skincare 1 comment

The Inkey List Hydrating Cream to Milk Cleanser Review: What ‘NEA-Accepted’ Really Means | 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   The Inkey List Hydrating Cream To Milk Cleanser says it’s accepted by the National Eczema Association (NEA) on the brand website. But what is the NEA? And what does accepted by them even mean?     We will take a look at that and discuss if  you should care even if you don’t suffer from eczema.      What The…

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A bottle of The Inkey List Hydro-Surge Dewy Face Mist standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
07 Okt. 2025 Skincare 1 comment

The Inkey List Hydro-Surge Dewy Mist Review: Refreshing or Really Hydrating? | 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 spray it on… your skin feels great. But here’s the real question: Does it actually change anything long term — or just feel nice in the moment? The Inkey List says their Hydro-Surge Dewy Mist boosts hydration instantly and improves skin over time.     But can a mist really do more than just refresh? And just how dewy will it leave…

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A bottle of Sunday Riley C.E.O. Serum, orange with golden specks, standing in front of a dark background with white flowers.
12 Sep. 2025 Skincare 1 comment

Sunday Riley C.E.O. Serum Review: Is Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate the best gentle Vitamin C? | 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 felt frustrated by Vitamin C serums—either because they irritate your skin or because you’re unsure if they actually work, you’re not alone in that confusion. The skincare world keeps telling us that L-Ascorbic Acid is the gold standard. But what if your skin can’t tolerate it? Or what if the solution everyone recommends isn’t the right fit for…

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A bottle of the SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
01 Aug. 2025 Skincare 1 comment

SKIN1004 Centella Asiatica Ampoule Review: Soothing or Overhyped? | 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   Can a Centella Asiatca Ampoule really calm irritation, layer seamlessly with actives like Tretinoin, and support dehydrated skin without feeling heavy? The SKIN1004 Centella Asiatica Ampoule promises gentle hydration and barrier support — but is it effective enough to make a difference even for dry skin?     Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients, texture, and who it actually…

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One bottle of The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toner standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
21 Juli 2025 Skincare 1 comment

The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner Review: Face, Feet & Underarms? | 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   The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner — or as long-time fans will remember it, the ‘Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution’ — has been around for years and still sparks heated debate online. Is it meant to help with acne treatment? Is it actually useful for your body? And why are so many people using it on their underarms and even…

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A tube of Purito Breeze Water Gel Cream in white and blue packaging standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
07 Juli 2025 Skincare Comment

PURITO Breeze Water Gel Cream Review: Cooling Hydration or a Letdown? | 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   I do love a lightweight gel cream come summer, so I was convinced the PURITO Breeze Water Gel Cream and I would get along perfectly fine. Especially when you caught a little more sun than you wanted to (it happens to the best of us!) and want to cool the affected area, a gel kept in the fridge beforehand can work…

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A bottle of One Skin OS-01 EYE Topical Supplement standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
20 Juni 2025 Skincare Comment

OneSkin OS-01 EYE Topical Supplement Review: Zombie Cells or Just 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   You’ve probably heard of retinol, peptides, and antioxidants… but what about zombie cells? OneSkin says its OS-01 EYE Topical Supplement targets cellular aging at the source — but does the science back that up?     And what actually are zombie cells? Do I have The Walking Dead under my skin? Let’s take a closer look.      What the…

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A bottle of BYNACHT Illuminating Super C Serum, black with gold writing, standing in front of a dark background with white flowers
06 Juni 2025 Skincare Comment

BYNACHT Illuminating Super C Serum Review: Luxury Vitamin C—But Is It Worth €160? | 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 luxury Vitamin C serum that costs 160 € and promises overnight glow? The BYNACHT Illuminating Super C Serum looks the part — but does it deliver results worthy of the price tag?     The brand is German, which makes me even more interestes in what they have to offer. Let’s take a closer look at the ingredients, the science, and…

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