Jacqueline Kilikita

3 days ago | refinery29.com | Jacqueline Kilikita

Story from Sun BlockedWelcome to Sun Blocked, Refinery29’s global call to action to wake up to the serious dangers of tanning. No lectures or shaming, we promise. Instead, our goal is to arm you with the facts you need to protect your skin to the best of your ability, because there’s no such thing as safe sun. When I asked my colleagues if they’d be up for a skin scan to check their sun damage, all I got was tumbleweed. I didn’t blame them.

3 days ago | refinery29.com | Jacqueline Kilikita

I’ve battled hormonal acne for years, so I’m no stranger to dermatology clinics. But even though I’d leave with a prescription that works wonders, I’d also go home with about £300 less in my bank account. Dermatology appointments — and the prescriptions that come with them — are expensive, which is why a handful of skincare brands have made it their mission to democratise access to powerhouse ingredients that actually work.

3 days ago | refinery29.com | Jacqueline Kilikita

It’s rare for beauty editors to get so excited about a product that it dominates our conversations for weeks, but that’s exactly what happens when something truly special cuts through the many samples we receive. More often than not, the products generating the most buzz aren’t backed by celebrities or sold at eye-watering prices. Case in point: The Inkey List’s Exosome Hydro Glow Complex, $37.

4 days ago | refinery29.com | Jacqueline Kilikita

Story from BeautyADVERTISEMENTAll linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission. It’s rare for beauty editors to get so excited about a product that it dominates our conversations for weeks, but that’s exactly what happens when something truly special cuts through the many samples we receive. More often than not, the products generating the most buzz aren’t backed by celebrities or sold at eye-watering prices.

4 days ago | refinery29.com | Jacqueline Kilikita

It’s true what they say: Your 30s are better than your 20s. For me, at 32, my friendships now feel rock solid and I have a little more financial stability. But the most eye-opening change has got to be my skin. Like so many, I spent my 20s obsessing over my hormonal acne, relentlessly subjecting my face to high-strength acids that often did more harm than good. Now, I’m convinced that I’ve cracked the code to a better skincare routine, and in the process, I’ve learnt some unexpected lessons.