Skincare & Ingredients - Allure Clinic

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Panthenol in Skincare: Moisturising Claims and the Evidence Behind Them

Explore panthenol's moisturising evidence, the limits of combination-product trials and why a cosmetic B5 serum is not universal wound care.

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Glycerin in Skincare: Understanding a Familiar Hydrating Ingredient

Learn what glycerin does in skincare, how hydration studies differ from treatment claims and why the complete moisturiser formula matters.

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Urea in Moisturisers: Why Product Strength and Skin Condition Matter

Learn why urea concentration, formulation and skin condition matter when choosing a moisturiser, with practical label checks and irritation precautions.

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Peptides in Skincare: What the Research Does and Does Not Show

Assess peptide skincare claims by formula, route and study design, and understand why supplement research does not automatically prove a serum works.

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Facial Oils and Moisturisers: Different Roles in a Skincare Routine

Compare facial oils and moisturisers by function, texture and tolerance, and understand why essential oils and natural claims need careful attention.

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Exfoliation: How to Recognise When Your Routine Is Doing Too Much

Recognise when exfoliation may be irritating your skin, simplify your routine and understand when professional advice is needed.

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A Simple Skincare Routine: The Essentials Before You Add More Products

A practical starting point for cleansing, moisturising and sun protection, with room for your skin’s needs and your budget.

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Trying a New Skincare Product: Why a Home Spot Test Is Not a Medical Patch Test

Understand the limits of home skincare trials, how medical patch testing differs and what to do if a new cosmetic causes a reaction.

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Fragrance in Skincare: Sensitivity, Allergens and Label Claims

Distinguish fragrance allergy from irritation, interpret label claims and understand when medical patch testing may help.

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Mineral and Organic Sunscreen Filters: How to Compare Your Options

Compare mineral and organic filters through finished-product protection, tolerability, texture and the limits of absorption headlines.