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Meet your new hydration go to. Hydro Surge Dewy Face Mist gives you instant glow and lasting moisture in one refreshing spritz. Lightweight, makeup friendly and perfect for on the go, it keeps skin looking fresh and feeling hydrated all day. Mist up anytime before makeup, post gym, mid flight for skin that looks dewy not dull.

Meet Hydrating Cream-to-Milk Cleanser — your new go-to for soft, balanced, and hydrated skin. Powered by 5% Rice Milk and Hyaluronic Acid, this gentle cream transforms into a silky milk to melt away makeup and grime without leaving skin dry or tight. Think deep cleanse, zero drama. Just calm, hydrated skin that feels good all day.

Let’s get into it: are you familiar with Exosomes in skincare? Know what they do––and most importantly, the power they have when it comes to skin? Whether you are or not quite, the at-home skincare game is about to change.

Exosomes are redefining skincare by working at the cellular level to support collagen production, hydration, and skin renewal. Once used primarily in medical research, this advanced technology is now available in plant-based skincare formulations that help improve firmness, calm inflammation, strengthen the skin barrier, and deliver visible glow. This guide explores how exosomes work, their key skin benefits, how to use them effectively, and why plant-derived exosomes are shaping the future of skin rejuvenation.

Healthy, radiant skin starts with proper hydration—but do you know the difference between hydration and moisturization? While hydration replenishes water in the skin, moisturization locks it in to prevent dryness. If your skin feels tight, dull, or flaky, it may be craving a hydration boost! Discover how hydrating ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid can plump and refresh your skin, leaving it soft, bouncy, and glowing.

Want skin that looks fresh, plump, and radiant? Hydration is the key! When your skin lacks water, it feels tight, looks dull, and fine lines become more visible. But with the right hydration routine, your skin stays smooth, bouncy, and ready to glow. From morning to night, discover how to keep your skin hydrated and protected for a complexion that always looks its best. Ready to give your skin the moisture it craves

Backed by extremophile science, ectoin helps protect, hydrate, and strengthen the skin barrier against daily environmental stress. In this comprehensive guide, we break down exactly what ectoin is, how it works at a cellular level, and why dermatologists are calling it a game-changer for barrier health and long-lasting hydration. You’ll learn how ectoin compares to hyaluronic acid, which skin types benefit most, and how to use it effectively in your routine. Plus, we explain how INKEY’s Ectoin Hydro-Barrier Serum harnesses this innovative ingredient to support stronger, more resilient skin—now and over time.

There are a lot of myths and misconceptions around skin dryness which is not quite as simple as just a lack of water. Skin dryness is classified more as skin type as opposed to dehydration which is more of a skin state resulting from external factors and requires a different approach of care. Find out more and what INKEY products target dry and damaged skin.

Is your skin feeling more dry, dull and dehydrated than usual? Are you suffering with increased sensitivity? Are you noticing your skin is breaking out? If so, you’re not the only one. Inconveniently, alongside the cozy nights and hot chocolate, winter brings the cold weather and lack of humidity which, for some people, can cause issues with their skin.

Welcome to the art of mixing makeup with skincare, a new approach that gives you the best of both worlds - think maximizing your results with minimal effort.

In this blog post, we’ll explore the different skin types and offer straightforward tips to help you identify your own.  Additionally, we’ll reveal the top recommended ingredients recommended for your personalized routine. 

Let’s face it, dealing with blemishes can be frustrating, but with the right skincare products, you CAN effectively combat breakouts and achieve clearer, healthier skin. In this blog post, we will discuss several recommended product types

Starting retinol doesn’t have to be intimidating. With so much conflicting advice, it’s easy to feel unsure about when to start, how to use it, and what to expect. This beginner-friendly guide breaks it all down into the 5 essential things you need to know – from how retinol actually works and when you’re ready to start, to managing the adjustment period, choosing the right strength, and following the non-negotiable safety rules.

At The INKEY List, People and Planet have always been at the heart of what we do and over the last two years we have been actively working towards becoming a certified BCORP and to create more moments of knowledge powered change.

Did you know you could use some of INKEY’s most loved skincare products on your body too? We’re all about simplifying skincare so what better way than using multi-purpose products! Below are the top INKEY products to use on your body and hacks to incorporate in future self-care routines. 

Unlike glass, buttery, or dolphin skin, which aims to make your complexion so luminous it could have been modeled from glass by the skin gods, cloud skin uses a strategic mix of skincare and makeup to achieve a dreamy and ethereal glow-from-within look.

The idea behind it is simple: active ingredients can penetrate the skin more effectively when it's hydrated. This simple technique involves applying back-to-back skin care products without letting them dry to achieve maximum absorption. 

If your skin feels rough, looks dull, or gets stuck in a cycle of congestion, glycolic acid could be the game-changing ingredient you’ve been missing. From refining texture and boosting radiance on the face (hello, Glycolic Acid Toner) to smoothing stubborn body concerns like rough elbows, bumpy arms, and keratosis pilaris (meet the Glycolic Acid Exfoliating Body Stick), this powerhouse AHA works by gently dissolving the bonds that hold dead skin cells in place—revealing fresher, brighter skin underneath. In this guide, we’ll break down exactly how glycolic acid works, the proven benefits you can expect, and how to use it safely and effectively so you can get real results without the guesswork.

If your skin feels persistently dehydrated despite using moisturizer, it may be lacking water rather than oil. Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring molecule in the skin that plays a key role in hydration, barrier support, and skin elasticity—but levels decline steadily with age and environmental stress. This article explains how to recognise the signs your skin may benefit from hyaluronic acid, why dehydration can affect all skin types (including oily and sensitive), and how incorporating a hyaluronic acid serum can help improve skin comfort, radiance, and overall resilience.

It’s never too late to stop using the random bar soap in your shower on your face and get advice on how to take better care of your skin. We make skincare simple to understand and easy to use.

Introducing actives in your skin care routine can be confusing. When deciding what to incorporate into your routine, you should first make sure the actives you’re choosing, tackle any concerns you have or are providing a desired benefit. Secondly, you need to consider the % amount of active ingredient that is suitable for you and your needs. This brief guide has been put together to help you figure out which percentage is right for you.

Azelaic Acid is a multifaceted active ingredient with multiple benefits that can target several concerns, proven to be beneficial for blemish prone, rosacea prone and redness prone skin. Find out more about the benefits of Azelaic Acid, how to use it and what other ingredients you can use to help reduce redness in the skin

If you are looking for an ingredient that has dual benefits of effectively moisturizing and exfoliating dead skin buildup simultaneously, look no further than Urea. At The INKEY List, we believe it is the next trend ingredient! For those with dry or rough skin texture or those that are prone to eczema or psoriasis, we have your Solution. 

This science-backed guide explains exactly how retinol improves acne scars, dark spots, and red marks — and how to use it safely for real, visible results. Learn the difference between PIH, PIE, and true acne scars, how retinol works at a cellular level, and how to choose the right INKEY retinol strength for your skin. With step-by-step routines, realistic timelines, and clinically proven solutions, this guide gives you everything you need to transform post-acne skin with confidence.

Not as well-known as Hyaluronic Acid, Polyglutamic Acid ("PGA"), is believed to have 4x greater moisture retaining benefits than HA. If you have dull, dry, or dehydrated skin, you should consider incorporating Polyglutamic Acid into your skincare recipe.