By Lauren Kim at Allure Beauty Bar, Burnaby

Skin Dictionary

Skincare questions, answered simply. My approach starts with your skin as it is today, keeps recovery in mind, and adds treatment only when there is a clear reason.

General education, not a diagnosis or prescription. Advice for your own skin depends on your skin, medical history and current treatments.

Lauren Kim

Korean Skin Specialist & Founder of Allure Beauty Bar

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Sensitivity & Redness

The same product now stings after I opened a new bottle.

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: The same product now stings after I opened a new bottle.

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Sensitivity & Redness

The doctor said nothing was wrong, but my skin still feels uncomfortable.

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: The doctor said nothing was wrong, but my skin still feels uncomfortable.

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Pores & Texture

How often should I exfoliate my face?

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: How often should I exfoliate my face?

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Sensitivity & Redness

A sample was fine, but the full-size product irritates me.

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: A sample was fine, but the full-size product irritates me.

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Sensitivity & Redness

How do I test a new skincare product at home?

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: How do I test a new skincare product at home?

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Aging & Fine Lines

Do I have to use retinol for healthy skin or anti-aging?

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: Do I have to use retinol for healthy skin or anti-aging?

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Sensitivity & Redness

My face is swelling and my tongue feels swollen after a product.

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: My face is swelling and my tongue feels swollen after a product.

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Sensitivity & Redness

Does unscented mean fragrance-free?

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: Does unscented mean fragrance-free?

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Pores & Texture

What is the difference between AHA, BHA, and PHA?

Lauren Kim, Korean skin specialist in Burnaby, answers: What is the difference between AHA, BHA, and PHA?

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