the exokiss journal
know what you put on
Honest guides to the ingredients in your routine: what they do, how to use them, and how to pick the right one.
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skincare · 3 min read
Bakuchiol vs retinol: what the research says, and which to chooseBakuchiol is the plant ingredient sold as a gentle retinol alternative. Here's what the studies found, who each suits, and whether you can use both.
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skincare · 2 min read
Skincare routine steps: the right order, and why three is enoughThe order to apply skincare in the morning and at night, the thin-to-thick rule, and six simple three-step routines matched to what your skin needs.
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hair · 3 min read
How to exfoliate your scalp: scrub vs serum, and how oftenWhy scalp buildup happens, the difference between a scalp scrub and an exfoliating scalp serum, and a step-by-step way to use each.
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gifts · 3 min read
Skincare gift ideas 2026: the right gift set for everyone on your listThoughtful skincare, body and hair gift sets matched to the person you're shopping for, plus smaller gifts and delivery timing for the holidays.
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skincare · 2 min read
Double cleansing: how to use an oil cleanser, step by stepWhat double cleansing is, who needs it, how to use an oil cleanser properly, and when micellar water can do the job instead.
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skincare · 3 min read
Best night cream for dry skin: what to look for, and how to layer itThe ingredients that make a night cream good for dry skin, how to choose one for your age and skin, and a simple three-step night routine.
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skincare · 2 min read
How to use niacinamide serum: the right order, the right percentage, and what not to mixWhere niacinamide goes in your routine, why a higher percentage isn't always better, and which ingredients it pairs with.
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skincare · 3 min read
How long to leave eye patches on (and how to get the most from them)How long to wear under-eye patches, what happens if you leave them on too long, morning vs night, and what to do after you take them...
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skincare · 3 min read
How to use vitamin C serum: morning or night, and what to pair it withWhen to apply vitamin C serum, how much to use, what to layer it with (and what to keep apart), plus a simple morning glow routine.
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hair · 3 min read
Rosemary oil for hair: what the research says and how to use itRosemary oil went viral for hair growth. Here's what the one study actually found, what a pre-wash scalp oil really does, and how to use it.
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body · 6 min read
Urea cream for rough, dry skin: what it does and how to use itWhy urea is one of the best ingredients for rough elbows, knees and shins, what the percentage on the label means, and how to use it.
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skincare · 5 min read
Peptide serum vs retinol: which should you start with?Peptides, retinol or a plant alternative like bakuchiol? An honest guide to what each does, who it suits and how to build the routine.
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