The KLOG
The Best Skin Brightening Ingredients and What They do Best
“Should you be using vitamin C or niacinamide to brighten your skin? How about arbutin or azelaic acid? Whether your top concern is acne scarring, a dull complexion, or melasma, discover the best brightening ingredient for you below.
Brighter skin is one of the most common skin goals out there. Chat with anyone about how they wish their skin looked, and the idea of a glowier, more radiant, and even complexion will always come up. When it comes to achieving the luminous skin of your dreams, there are a handful of routes to take. Here, we’re breaking down some of the most common brightening ingredients to help you decide what fits best in your regimen.”
Chillhouse
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This CEO Cares About Your Sensitive Skin
“Though the beauty industry might seem like an expansive field, the options for sensitive skin are slim to none. Enter Tower28, a beauty brand that prioritizes safe skincare for all. Founder Amy Liu is really a force of nature, and her emphasis on inclusivity, accessibility, and efficacy is changing the face of the growing non-toxic beauty industry. Get to know more about Amy’s entrepreneurial journey ahead.”
Miss Grass
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Six Critical Ways to Fight Winter Skin Parch with CBD
“CBD has successfully crept its way into so many aspects of our lives, from our lattes to our mascara to nearly everything in between. Some people feel like the surge in popularity of CBD is merely a trend, but we know better than that. It’s proven to be a remedy for anxiety, sleep, and even epilepsy. But did you know it can also be your number one sidekick in combating winter skin parch?
We know winter skin is a drag: Dry patches take over the body, sensitivity is increased, and you’re likely prone to much more redness. But CBD can be a great ingredient to help ease the symptoms of winter skin blues. With the plant’s immense calming and anti-inflammatory properties and help from our expert friends, we’ve narrowed down a few of our favorite CBD skin products that’ll help you kick flaky skin to the curb.”
Fashionista
We Asked Dermatologists How to Treat All the Different Types of Acne Scars You Can Get
“It's easy to feel betrayed whenever a pimple pops up your skin, but one thing that can worsen the blow is the scarring it leaves behind in its wake. It's almost like being incorrectly crowned Miss Universe by Steve Harvey: First comes the glory (making the zit go away), then comes the sting that the reality is actually much worse (the scar is there to stay, at least for a while). But while the frustration and annoyance of acne scars is widely lamented, what people talk about a lot less is that there are different types of scars, and they require different treatments.”
THE Daily front row
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Off-white is Officially the Most Sought After Brand
“On Wednesday, Lyst dropped the Lyst Index for Quarter Three. The index is indicative of the most popular brands of the moment, using a formula that analyzes global Lyst and Google search data, conversion rates and sales, as well as brand and product social media mentions and engagement statistics worldwide over a 3 month period. The most notable outcome of the Lyst this quarter? Virgil Abloh’s Off-White has beaten out brands such as Gucci and Balenciaga as the hottest brand right now.”
Complex STYLE
Drake's Summer Sixteen Pop-Up Proves Fans Still Want Artist Merch
"From Kanye West to Justin Bieber to Future, pop-up shops selling streetwear-inspired artist merch have flooded New York City. Over the past few months, stans and shoppers have lined up and down the city streets, all looking to cop the latest tees and hoodies from their favorite artists. As we’ve reported in the past, a healthy amount of those also snatching up product are resellers looking to make a quick buck. Coupled with artist merch reaching a near-saturation point, the question asked might be whether or not we have reached the time when too much of a good thing is simply too much; do people still care about merch? We decided to go down to Drake’s “Summer Sixteen” pop-up to find out. And what we actually found was a crowd full of dedicated fans—people who were there for Drake and his merch, not for the money."
We Sent Our Interns to Review Zara's Ungendered Line
"With the whole androgynous thing a trend as of late, it was only a matter of time until fast fashion behemoth Zara got in on the action. After they put out a unisex product at a digestible price point—compared to its high-fashion inspiration, from which the trend found its feet—it was necessary for us to see what the hype was all about. We sent both of our Complex Style interns (one female and one male) shopping for the same pieces of the new ungendered line at different Zara locations in New York City, had them self-style, and review their pick-ups. These are their thoughts."
A Short List of Dicks in Fashion
"Dicks. Half the population has them and they come in every shape, size, and color. They haven’t evolved or received any sort of special recognition for anything recently, but it seems designers like Raf Simons have gotten ahold of them and are trying to make them the next big thing. To properly honor how far they’ve come in the fashion world, we put together a list of some of the best dicks in fashion thus far..."
In Honor of Twitter's 10th Anniversary, See How Far We've Come with These #FirstTweets
"If you roast fits, promote brands, or update people on every second of your life, Twitter is without a doubt your go-to platform. The platform turns 10 years old today; in a quick decade, Twitter has been able to survive Kanye West rants, keep itself at 140 characters, and make the smallest of stories massive headlines using only hashtags. There's been social movements started, we lost 'favorite' stars to 'like' hearts, but most importantly, Kim Kardashian and Amber Rose made peace posting a selfie together."
Apparel Inspired by Kanye West's Ego is As Ridiculous as it Sounds
"Reddit can be one of the most useful resources on this planet. The site is a bastion for everything from bizarre sneaker art to legitimately solid fashion advice. The latest Reddit creation to catch our eye sits firmly in the latter camp and comes courtesy of user brainagogo, who created a post with a title that explains it all: “Designed a tee & cap inspired by Kanye’s ego. I am your OG and I will be respected.”
ZIT STICKA
What Happened to My Acne When I Went Off Birth Control
“Ah, hormonal acne—known for being incredibly stubborn, hard to vanish, and oftentimes painful. I began experiencing breakouts long before I actually hit puberty, and I kept experiencing them afterward. Over the course of five years, my mom took me to six dermatologists, all of whom told me the same thing: Don’t use moisturizer. Well, I can safely say drying the sh!t out of my face didn’t do anything—in fact, it arguably made my acne worse and kicked my sebaceous glands into absolute overdrive, effectively turning my face into an oil slick for years.”
Eight Legendary Women-Owned Brands You Want to Know About
“March is Women’s History Month, and since we’re all about women supporting women, herein lies a collection of our favorite brands, all headed up by legendary women. From internal wellness to nail art, support and shop these stupidly smart women-owned brands through March and then, every month after.”
Cellulite + Stretch Marks: Where They Come From + Why We Love Them
“As a society, we’ve been conditioned to believe that normal, bodily functions are something to be ashamed of or shy away from. And no, we’re not here to normalize passing gas in public (although that may be our next trail to blaze). On a more serious note: from the discourse around breastfeeding in public, to the secrecy with which women discreetly grab a tampon from their bags, to the public pressure to remove body hairs (from any and all regions of the bod), there's no shortage of public policing surrounding our own bodies. For what! We ask. For whom! We inquire.”
What is Melanin? And How Does It Relate to Skin Damage?
“Post-acne dark spots? Hate them. A glowing tan? Love it. What do they have in common? They’re both the result of melanin production. If you’re vaguely into skincare (which I’m going to assume you are since you’re here), you’ve definitely had an experience with something melanin related, and the fact of the matter is, it can be tricky to deal with.”
Knickey
Your Support System: Bralette Materials We Love
“You know that certified organic cotton is our ride-or-die, but in designing our Bralettes, we had to call upon some of our other favorite materials to help with stretch and support because organic cotton can’t do it alone. Find out why we choose our new arsenal of materials and what makes them the most sustainable option for Knickey!”
Microplastics: What We Know and What We Don’t
“Think back: even just five years ago, you would have been hard-pressed to find any mainstream information on microplastics. But fast forward to today, and it feels like the problem of microplastics is pervasively mentioned across all industries. We hear about the microplastics found in seafood, in our waterways, and even more recently, our bloodstreams.”
Selecting Your Size: Fitting With Knickey
“Without a reliable set of industry standards, bra sizing can feel like a gamble from brand to brand - leaving it to you to order, try, return, repeat. And to be totally honest, we don’t love that for you. To set things straight, we're as clear as can be about how you can expect Knickey to fit, but if it doesn’t work out, Bralettes with no signs of wear and their original hangtags can be exchanged for the right size or returned to refund within 30 days. So before you purchase your next Knickey Bralette, let’s get into the nitty-gritty to make sure you find the right one for you!”
GREENY
INCORPORATING CBD PRODUCTS INTO YOUR DAILY BEAUTY ROUTINE
“A person’s first introduction to CBD can be overwhelming – the array of products available on the market can be seemingly too much to sift through. Oftentimes, people give up before they’ve really even started. If you’re new to CBD and you’re looking for a carefree way to introduce CBD into your life, your beauty routine is a great place to start.”
HOW CBD CAN MINIMIZE AGING AND WRINKLES
“Aging, although a natural process, is one many people try to prolong or avoid. Through a variety of invasive treatments, non-invasive treatments, preventive measures, and specialty ingredients like retinol, people have found ways to preserve their youthful skin for as long as possible. But as CBD has crept its way into the skincare and self care space, it started entering topical beauty products as well. While some doubt the power of the plant when it comes to anti-aging, it’s supposedly immensely helpful in both preventing and reversing signs of age. Not a believer?”
CBD skincare products for dry skin, psoriasis, eczema, and more
“Suffering from psoriasis, eczema, or just simply too dry of skin can be miserable. Medicated creams and heavy ointments with off-putting odors are the last thing someone wants to use on their body in an attempt to soothe the irritation caused by their skin. When it comes down to it, the potency of ingredients used in these products is more important than the medication or thickness of texture that other products promise will ease your pain, and CBD is a star ingredient.”
“A lesson many of us learn the hard way is that cannabis and alcohol are not the best mixture – but CBD is promisingly different. As CBD rapidly gains popularity it has slowly but surely crept its way into many crevices of our lives. What started as CBD lattes has since turned into CBD cocktails, CBD beer, and just about any other beverage that CBD can be infused into. As drinking culture has seen a bit of a decline with the rise in popularity of cannabis it’s no surprise that combining alcohol and cannabis was the natural next step. Though research is overall lacking in this space the studies that have been conducted have indicated that there are no immediate adverse effects to be wary of.”
how to incorporate cbd products in the kitchen
“CBD comes in many forms – whether it’s a tincture, a gummy, a vape, or a pill, CBD can be effective no matter how it’s consumed. That means cooking is also a wonderful option for taking in CBD. That said, cooking with CBD can be tricky if you’re just starting out, and there are a few things you should know prior to starting the process. If you’re looking to incorporate CBD into your kitchen allow us to help you with some of the basics to help get you started.”
HOW TO INFUSE CBD INTO YOUR FAVORITE HOLIDAY RECIPES
“With the holidays just around the corner, it’s safe to say we’re well into baking season – you know… cookies, cakes, all the sweets you can imagine. But if you’re a cannabis connoisseur or simply looking to add a new level of chill to your holiday, it’s time to think about how you’re working CBD into those treats. Luckily, CBD has no psychoactive effects, so friends, family, and loved ones who have never entered the cannabis space might actually get around to trying CBD for the first time.”
how cbd can help cure your cat’s anxiety
“Cats make fantastic companions, but they can become easily stressed out – simply change a picture on your wall, and you might have a kitten with suddenly irregular bathroom habits. Because of this, many cat owners try their hand at pheromone wall plugins, catnip variations, or simply try their very best to keep everything consistent and clean. In the end, however, we’re only human, and we don’t have the answer to everything. If you think your cat is acting strange and is possibly experiencing anxiety, read below for signs of stress and find out, how CBD can help ease them We’ll also find out which products can provide the best results for your furry friend.”
here’s why cbd could help your dog with pain relief
“Watching your furry friend deal with chronic pain can be, well, painful, especially when the medications available for use often come with a slew of not-so-friendly side effects. Thankfully, that’s where CBD comes in. There are a vast number of studies that show CBD can be massively helpful in reducing joint pain, and further studies show it can slow down the progression of arthritis. Whether your pup is dealing with full blown arthritis, showing early onset symptoms of arthritis, or is simply experiencing weakened joints, keep reading to learn more about why joint pain is so common in dogs and what you can do to remedy it.”
CBD PET CARE PRODUCTS FOR ANXIETY, SEIZURES, NAUSEA, AND MORE
“Pets are super prone to stress – a changed picture on the wall, a noise that’s too loud, you never know what might set them off. But just like us, pets are also prone to nausea, seizures, degenerative joint conditions, and even dental disease, just to name a few. CBD, while not a cure, can be helpful in aiding all of these conditions both immediately and over time. Unfortunately, the research behind CBD for pets is slightly lacking, but the good news is that the human endocannabinoid system is incredibly similar to our pets’ therefore the knowledge we have about CBD for ourselves can be loosely applied.”
“It’s that time again, the most wonderful time of the year! Amongst all of the holiday festivities shopping for everyone in your life can become a little overwhelming (if you’re feeling particularly stressed we recommend a few drops of a CBD tincture under the tongue). Thankfully we’re here to help, show you that CBD products can make the perfect gift for anyone in your life. Whether they consider themselves to be a regular cannabis consumer or not, take a look at our top picks below.”