Skincare is important, but you can overdo it. The perfect balance of products should leave your skin feeling hydrated and soft to the touch. It shouldn’t feel tight, dry, or “squeaky clean.” We recommend discussing how much products to use. Need help just send us a message

Skincare products do not last forever. Once opened, these products have a limited shelf life. The exposure to air and bacteria over time can break them down. If used past the expiration date, the product may not be effective or could cause an adverse reaction.

When it comes to anti-aging products, especially those that contain antioxidants, the general rule is to start in your early 20s. Taking preventative steps in your 20s will keep your skin looking younger in the long run.

There could be a few reasons your skin is dry or oily. Genetics is a big reason for your skin type. The other contributing factor is hydration. You need to drink plenty of water to help your skin stay healthy and balanced.

The best products to use will keep your skin soothed and well hydrated. Skin creams that deliver antioxidants to nourish while preventing moisture loss can be very helpful.

Short answer? Sort of. “It does not in the sense that most people talk about it — for example, chocolate doesn’t cause acne. However, foods with a high glycemic index, such as refined sugar, can increase hormone levels in the body, leading to inflammation, and exacerbate acne. So if you break out after eating a late-night plate of fries, it’s not because of the grease. It may be because potatoes are high on the glycemic index scale.

No, this doesn’t actually happen — but there is an exception. Skin can build up a tolerance to retinol, but not a tolerance against their effectiveness. In fact, jumping around to different products can do more harm than good, so try to stick with it.

The most common skin types are ‘Dry’, ‘Combination’ and ‘Oily’. Commonly, dry skin causes feelings of tightness around the eyes and mouth, as well as patches of flaky skin around the cheek area. Combination skin presents a shine on the nose and forehead and also includes dry patches on the cheek area. Finally, oily skin is soft and greasy to the touch and gives the cheeks an overly shiny surface

The ideal method for maintaining balanced skin is keeping a consistent skin care routine and avoiding harsh chemicals that can strip the skin and create more blemishes. Additionally, a diet rich in water, fresh fruits and vegetables and low in preservatives is also important.

Prevents premature aging, allows you to utilize less makeup and certainly boosts confidence. Additionally, we see fewer fine lines/wrinkles in those who take care of their skin regularly.

I think the skincare line should be made of high quality ingredients that each serve a specific purpose. Skin care lines should also be free of harsh chemicals, paraben preservatives, and dyes. This is extremely important because so much research shows us that harsh chemicals can negatively affect both the outer skin and also our hormonal system. Additionally, I think using a skincare line that is easy to follow is important, just a few simple steps not 20 things.

Do not pop acne blemishes. This causes trauma to the skin and creates scarring.

Of course!!

Yes, Male skin is totally different from female skin on some levels and exactly the same on others.

Male hormones tend to produce more oil on a man's face than a woman's. And due to facial hair and shaving men deal with ingrown hair and dry skin. Which is why our Icing BHA clay mask, and Glow Jelly moisturizer will be just as effective for the men as it is for the women.

Skincare lines use the same ingredients the main difference is packaging and smell. This is why Inoj has gender neutral packaging and we don't use added fragrances outside of the natural ingredients that benefit the skin. 

Results can vary by individual and what products you are using. How consistent you are with your skincare routine plays an important role in the success of your results. At Inoj, we give a baseline of 30 days for the skin improvements. Results may be seen sooner.

Products that contain ingredients like salicylic acid do help with acne. Our Icing BHA Clay mask, and Sprinkles Pimple Patches show rapid results. However, a whole lot more is needed to completely treat the condition.

Feel free to message us for a free skincare consultation. 

Your lineup varies between morning and night. In the morning, the ideal basics of skin care are “a gentle wash, an antioxidant serum, hydrating moisturizer. 

Day time try our Casmere Cleansing Bar, Daily Dose Serum, and Glow Jelly moisturizer. 

At night add either polish exfoliant or icing clay mask and a pimple patch if necessary. 

HYDRATION!!

When we break out, we think drying out the skin will help get rid of the oil clogging up your pores and making you break out. Or maybe drying it out will kill the bacteria? Right? WRONG! This is not the way to go about it! The key to treating acne is hydrating the skin while treating acne. Let us explain.

When you strip your skin of too much oil, your body will think ‘Oh no! Where are my precious oils?!’ so then your body will produce more oil to make up for the lack of it. Don’t fall into this horrendous cycle that will damage your skin barrier and probably make you have more skin concerns than acne alone. Oils are good for your skin because it helps moisturize your skin. The key is balancing it out with hydration!

So, this is why we recommend our "Glow Jelly" moisturizer it includes hydrating ingredients while also containing the active ingredients that will help combat breakouts.

NO. Popping pimples may be very tempting but they don’t truly help your skin in the long run–especially if you’re not popping them the right way. Popping pimples may seem like you’re getting rid of the pimple but that’s not what’s going on inside your skin. Popping them can cause even more irritation and breakouts because it doesn’t truly heal the pimple, it’s more like a quick fix. But as many know, when it comes to acne, there is no quick fix. The best way to heal a pimple is to hydrate the skin so it is strong and healthy enough to heal itself. Being gentle with your skin is much better than aggravating it!

Now, here’s the important part! We’re sorry to say that you can’t actually shrink your pores. The whole “shrinking pores/closing pores” stuff is a myth. Plus you wouldn’t want to “close them up” or else your skin would get extremely dry!

Pore sizes are mainly genetic, so you can’t actually change them, but you can do things to help reduce their appearance by making sure they are unclogged and clean! A good cleanser and exfoliant can help.

Here are a few of the Inoj' products we recommend.

Cleanse with our Cashmere beauty bar

Exfoliate with our Polish fruit enzyme powder or our Icing BHA clay mask. 

The main purpose of toners are to balance your skin's PH. Now-a-days, most use toners to remove excess oil, makeup, and dirt. If you must have a toner use one with nourishing ingredients vs. ingredients that strip your skin. 

Exfoliation is ideal 1-3x/week max. You want to exfoliate but not strip the skin of necessary balance. For a gentle exfoliation I would recommend our Polish Exfoliant.

For exfoliation with an extra kick, I would recommend our Icing BHA clay mask. 

While I believe some products suit certain skin types more than others, all skin can be treated with products like Inoj's. Our line is effective yet formulated without harsh chemicals and focuses on re-balancing skin. With that being said, it is truly ideal for any and almost all skin types.

The best plan for acne prone skin is to use a mild cleanser, I suggest our Cashmere Beauty Bar, followed by our Glow Jelly moisturizer for lightweight effective moisturizing and avoid doing too much to the skin.

If your skin is drying out from a treatment mask try applying your mask only in spots where acne is active. 

Hormonal or cystic acne sometimes requires medical interventions in addition to topical skin care regimen so if your acne is painful or you are finding large pimples or lesions that penetrate deep into the skin do not attempt to pop them, message us for a consultation.

Absolutely! Our products are created to compliment any line.