Glycolipids & Glycosphingolipids: What These Ceramide Precursors Do for the Skin Barrier
Glycolipids and glycosphingolipids are ceramide precursors and building blocks of the skin barrier. What the research on supplements and creams really shows – and where the hype begins.
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Große Poren verkleinern: Geht das wirklich? Ursachen und was die Studienlage zeigt
Poren lassen sich nicht dauerhaft verkleinern oder „schließen“ – aber sie können deutlich weniger sichtbar werden. Wir zeigen, was Talg, Alter und UV-Licht mit der Porengröße zu tun haben, welche Wirkstoffe belegt sind und wo Werbeversprechen übertreiben.
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Milky Toner: What the K-Beauty Trend Really Does – and When a Hydrating Toner Is the Better Choice
Milky toners are the K-beauty trend of 2026. We explain what the milky texture really does, who it suits – and why a hydrating toner used in layers is the more flexible choice for most skin types.
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Peptide in der Kosmetik: Welche gibt es und wirken sie wirklich?
Signalpeptide, Neuropeptide, Kupferpeptide: Wir zeigen, welche Peptide in Cremes und Seren stecken, wie sie in der INCI-Liste heißen und welche davon in Studien wirklich messbar wirken.
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Sheabutter in der Hautpflege: Was das Pflanzenfett im Winter wirklich für trockene Haut leistet
Sheabutter gilt als Allzweckwaffe gegen trockene Winterhaut. Wir zeigen, was das Pflanzenfett nachweislich für die Hautbarriere leistet, wo die Studienlage dünn ist und für wen es weniger geeignet ist.
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Mikroplastik in Kosmetik: Was das EU-Verbot regelt – und welche Lücken bleiben
Die EU-Verordnung 2023/2055 verbietet Mikroplastik in Kosmetik schrittweise bis 2035. Was schon gilt, welche Fristen kommen, warum flüssige Kunststoffe wie Silikone und Acrylate nicht erfasst sind und wie du synthetische Polymere in der INCI-Liste erkennst.
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Hagebuttenkernöl in der Hautpflege: Narben-Wunder oder überschätztes Pflegeöl?
Hagebuttenkernöl gilt als natürliches Retinol und Narben-Wundermittel. Wir zeigen, was Studien tatsächlich belegen, warum die Retinsäure-Behauptung nicht hält und wie du das empfindliche Öl richtig verwendest.
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Sheet Masks: Moisture Boost or Waste Problem? Sheet Masks Under Critical Review
Sheet masks promise plump, glowing skin in 20 minutes. We explain what the occlusion effect really does, why the effect usually doesn't last long, what waste footprint is behind the single-use trend and how to get the same moisture boost more sustainably.
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Evening Primrose Oil in Skincare: What Gamma-Linolenic Acid Really Does for Dry Skin
Evening primrose oil is considered a classic for dry and irritated skin. We show what gamma-linolenic acid can do topically, why the research on atopic dermatitis is sobering and what matters in the formulation.
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Hyaluronic Acid Molecular Sizes: Does Low-Molecular-Weight Hyaluronic Acid Really Penetrate Deeper?
High or low molecular weight: with hyaluronic acid, molecular size is often marketed as an efficacy promise. A critical look at penetration studies, the possible irritation potential of small fragments and why a combination usually makes more sense than isolated ‘deep action’.
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Gua Sha & Face Yoga: What Facial Massage Really Does – and Where the Hype Begins
Gua sha and face yoga promise a lift without injections. What the few studies actually show, what's realistic and how to massage gently.
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Adaptogens in Skincare: Ashwagandha, Reishi & Co. – Stress Helpers or Marketing Trend?
Adaptogens such as ashwagandha or reishi are supposed to bring stressed skin back into balance. What the extracts actually do, how thin the research is and what really helps stressed skin.
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Drinking Collagen: What the Research on Oral Collagen Peptides Really Shows
Collagen powders and drinks promise firmer skin from within. We look at the current research and the regulatory situation on health claims, and show which skincare targets the skin's structure.
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Dermaplaning: Useful Exfoliation or a Risk to the Skin Barrier?
Dermaplaning uses a fine blade to remove vellus hair and dead skin cells in one step. What really happens to the skin barrier, which promises the research doesn't support and what matters in aftercare.
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Copper Peptides (GHK-Cu) in Skincare: A Powerful Ingredient with a Natural Cosmetics Problem
Copper peptides such as GHK-Cu are considered the next big anti-ageing ingredient. We take a critical look at the research – and at why the synthetically produced peptide is a fundamental problem for certified natural cosmetics.
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Breakouts Despite Skincare: 7 Reasons Your Skin Isn't Getting Better
If your skin stays blemished despite skincare, it's often down to too much rather than too little: aggressive cleansing, too many actives, constantly switching products. We explain the seven most common reasons and a simple reset routine.
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Facial Redness: Causes and What Really Helps
Facial redness can be harmless or point to rosacea. What studies show about effective ingredients, where natural cosmetics reach their limits and what really calms the skin.
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Dry Patches on the Face: Causes, Warning Signs and What Really Helps
Dry patches on the face are usually a sign of a weakened skin barrier. We explain the most common causes, when a skin condition might be behind them and which care really helps.
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Skin Burns When Applying Cream: Causes and What Really Helps
If your skin burns when you apply cream, the real problem is usually not the cream but a weakened skin barrier. We explain the most common triggers, when you should see a dermatologist and how to calm your skin again.
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PHA (Polyhydroxy Acids): The Gentle Alternative to AHA and BHA for Sensitive Skin
PHAs are considered the gentlest category of exfoliating acids – larger than AHA molecules, less irritating and without an EU concentration limit. We look at what gluconolactone & co. really do for sensitive skin and where their limits lie.
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Skin Feels Tight After Washing: Causes and What Really Helps
If your skin feels tight after washing, it's usually not a sign of cleanliness but of overly harsh cleansing. We explain what happens in the outer layer of the skin and which simple changes really help.
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Applying Sunscreen Correctly: Why Most People Get Far Too Little UV Protection
The SPF on the bottle only holds true with the right amount. We show how much sunscreen your face really needs, why applying too little drastically reduces protection and how to add sunscreen to your routine correctly.
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Preservation in Natural Cosmetics: Why ‘Preservative-Free’ Isn't Automatically Better
Preservative-free natural cosmetics sound good, but are risky for water-based products. We explain why preservation is necessary, which substances are permitted and which myths persist.
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Natural Cosmetics Labels Compared: COSMOS, NATRUE & Co. – How to Recognise Genuine Natural Skincare
COSMOS, NATRUE or the old BDIH logo: we explain the most important natural cosmetics labels, their criteria and differences – and show what a label guarantees and what it doesn't.
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Intermittent Fasting and Skin: Does Fasting Really Improve Your Complexion?
Does fasting really give you clear skin? We look at the research, from small psoriasis studies to a 2026 systematic review, and assess what is proven and what isn't.
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Eye Cream: When Does It Make Sense – and What Can It Really Do?
Thin skin, hardly any subcutaneous fat, sensitive: we explain what eye cream can do for dryness lines and puffiness, why dark circles often have other causes and when eye care is worth it.
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Caring for Combination Skin: Why the T-Zone Shines, the Cheeks Feel Tight – and What Helps Both
Shiny T-zone, dry cheeks: combination skin needs care that balances both needs. We explain the causes, typical skincare mistakes and what a light, oil-free routine can look like.
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Skincare Order: Toner, Serum, Cream – What Really Goes Where?
Thinnest to thickest is the rule of thumb – but how strictly should you follow it? We show the sensible order for morning and evening and explain what is really proven about layering rules.
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Skin During Menopause: What Changes – and Which Skincare Can Support the Skin Barrier
Falling oestrogen levels change the skin's moisture, thickness and firmness. We explain what the frequently cited 30 percent figure means, what skincare can do and where it reaches its limits.
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Skincare in Autumn: Why Your Skin Needs a Routine Adjustment Now – and What Really Helps
Cooler temperatures, lower humidity and heated indoor air challenge the skin barrier. We show what really happens to the skin in autumn, which adjustments make sense and where marketing promises are exaggerated.
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Cloud Skin: The 2026 Beauty Trend Put to the Test – Hype or Real Skincare?
Cloud skin is considered the big beauty trend of 2026 – a soft, semi-matte complexion with an inner glow. We explain what's really behind it from a skincare perspective and how to achieve the look with certified natural cosmetics.
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Fungal Acne (Malassezia Folliculitis): What Skincare Really Helps with Yeast-Related Breakouts
Itchy, uniform little bumps that simply don't respond to classic anti-acne care? Often the cause is not bacteria but yeast colonising the hair follicles. We look at what sets fungal acne apart from real acne, why many skincare products tend to make it worse – and which care makes sense.
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Skin Flooding: Hyped Layering or a Clever Moisture Boost?
Skin flooding promises plump, dewy skin by layering moisturising products onto damp skin. We look at the science behind the viral trend, where its limits lie – and how to add the principle sensibly to a natural skincare routine.
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Ferulic Acid in Skincare: The Underrated Stabiliser Behind Vitamins C and E
Ferulic acid is often marketed as an anti-ageing star in its own right. But the most solid evidence mainly shows one thing: it stabilises vitamins C and E and doubles their photoprotective effect – as a solo ingredient, the research is much thinner.
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Alpha Arbutin for Dark Spots: The Gentle Alternative to Hydroquinone Put to the Test
Alpha arbutin is considered a mild tyrosinase-inhibiting alternative to hydroquinone for dark spots. We take a critical look at how it works, the research and the new EU maximum since 2025.
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Ceramide NP vs. Plant-Based Ceramides: What the Difference Really Means for Your Skin Barrier
Ceramide NP or plant-based ceramides from rice and wheat – what is really the difference? We take a critical look at the production, research and natural cosmetics certification of both forms.
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