Skin Encyclopedia

An evidence-based skincare reference by SYNC Beauty.

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Routine After Retinoid Irritation

a barrier-repair approach for skin that has become dry, flaky, red, or stinging in response to a retinoid, aimed at calming inflammation and restoring comfort before carefully reintroducing the active....

Routine After Retinoid Irritation

a barrier-repair approach for skin that has become dry, flaky, red, or stinging in response to a retinoid, aimed at calming inflammation and restoring comfort before carefully reintroducing the active....

Routine After Laser Treatment

a recovery-focused skincare approach for the period following a laser procedure, when the skin may be red, swollen, or crusting depending on the type and intensity of the laser. The...

Routine After Laser Treatment

a recovery-focused skincare approach for the period following a laser procedure, when the skin may be red, swollen, or crusting depending on the type and intensity of the laser. The...

Routine After Microneedling

a calming, low-intervention regimen for the days after a microneedling session, when tiny controlled punctures leave the skin temporarily more permeable and sensitive. Care centers on gentle cleansing, hydration, barrier...

Routine After Microneedling

a calming, low-intervention regimen for the days after a microneedling session, when tiny controlled punctures leave the skin temporarily more permeable and sensitive. Care centers on gentle cleansing, hydration, barrier...

Routine After a Chemical Peel

a gentle, barrier-focused approach to caring for skin in the days following a chemical exfoliation treatment, when the skin is more sensitive and may be dry, flaky, or slightly red....

Routine After a Chemical Peel

a gentle, barrier-focused approach to caring for skin in the days following a chemical exfoliation treatment, when the skin is more sensitive and may be dry, flaky, or slightly red....

Gym and Post-Workout Routine

a set of simple skincare steps built around exercise, focused on removing sweat, oil, and bacteria after a workout while avoiding heavy products that can trap heat or clog pores...

Gym and Post-Workout Routine

a set of simple skincare steps built around exercise, focused on removing sweat, oil, and bacteria after a workout while avoiding heavy products that can trap heat or clog pores...

Retinol vs Peptides

a comparison between retinol, a vitamin A derivative, and peptides, short chains of amino acids used in skincare to signal skin processes. Both are popular in anti-aging routines but work...

Retinol vs Peptides

a comparison between retinol, a vitamin A derivative, and peptides, short chains of amino acids used in skincare to signal skin processes. Both are popular in anti-aging routines but work...