Articles
Plain-language explainers on the ideas behind the claims the panel reviews: what the words on a label mean, how skin works, and what the evidence says. No product names, just the concepts.
Glycolic vs lactic acid: which gentle acid suits your skin?
How glycolic and lactic acid differ in size, depth, irritation and hydration, who each one suits, why percentage and pH both matter, and what Health Canada allows.
Hypoallergenic & sensitive skin
What “hypoallergenic” really means (and doesn’t)
“Hypoallergenic” has no legal definition in Canada or the US. Learn what companies usually mean by it, why products differ, and how to read the word sensibly.