Ingredient Encyclopedia

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Discover what’s inside your skincare — from retinol to aloe vera — with clear guides on benefits, uses, and safety.

Ingredient Encyclopedia

Peptides vs Retinol – Complement or Replace?

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 11, 2025
Combining peptides and retinol in your skincare routine can deliver exceptional anti-aging and skin-repairing benefits when layered correctly. A balanced approach is to use peptides in the morning (AM) for hydration and barrier support, and retinol at night (PM) to boost cell renewal while you sleep. This technique maximizes results and minimizes irritation (DermNet NZ).

Ingredient Encyclopedia

Niacinamide vs Azelaic Acid – Redness & Tone

by ThankMeNow Editors on Sep 11, 2025
Niacinamide and Azelaic Acid are two dermatologist-approved ingredients that work to calm redness, refine pores, and brighten tone. 🌿 While Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) strengthens your skin’s barrier, balances oil, and soothes sensitivity, Azelaic Acid gently exfoliates, targets acne bacteria, and fades post-acne marks — together, they form a powerful duo for even, radiant skin.