Professional facials: steps, costs, benefits and drawbacks. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. A professional facial may include cleansing, exfoliation, optional blackhead extraction and skincare application. Duration and frequency depend on the treatment and your skin. Steam and extraction…
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Blemish-prone skin: causes and the limits of cosmetics. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. “Blemish-prone skin” is a cosmetic description, not a diagnosis. It can refer to shine, visible pores, uneven texture and blackheads. These signs can overlap with acne, which also includes comedones without inflamed spots. A routine helps…
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Combination skin: characteristics, the T-zone and your routine. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. Combination skin has shinier areas, often on the forehead, nose and chin, alongside normal or dry areas, especially on the cheeks. Sebum production varies across the face and can change with the seasons. Your routine…
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The pH range 4.5–5.5 is an illustrative reference for the skin surface. Values vary with the area, person and measurement conditions; this is not a diagnostic threshold. Skin pH: typical values and what can change them. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. The skin surface is usually…
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Neck wrinkles: why they appear and what can help. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. Neck wrinkles may appear even when the face shows few signs of ageing. Age, individual characteristics, movement and sun exposure all contribute. Extending your routine below the jawline is a practical first step…
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Is glycerine bad for skin? Benefits, use and tolerance. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. Glycerine is a moisturising ingredient considered safe in the cosmetic uses and concentrations assessed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review. As with any ingredient, good overall tolerance does not rule out an individual reaction. Published safety assessment…
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Aloe vera for skin: what it can and cannot do. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. Aloe vera is used in cosmetics to support hydration and comfort. It can be useful in a facial gel, cream or cleanser, but the result depends…
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Dermatologically tested: what it means on cosmetics. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. “Dermatologically tested” means a product has been tested on people under a dermatologist’s supervision. Its meaning depends on the product’s presentation: the test may concern tolerance or a particular skin effect. The wording…
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Peptides in facial skincare: what they are and how to use them. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. Peptides are short chains of amino acids used in cosmetics for different purposes, including caring for the appearance of fine lines and firmness. Their properties vary with their amino acid sequence…
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How to care for radiant-looking skin. By Emanuela Silvi, founder of Eligenda Roma. Skin’s radiance depends on hydration, surface texture, skin colour and the light in which it is seen. It is not a single measurable feature and cannot establish skin health on its own. This guide distinguishes radiance from…
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