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Why Your 10-Step Routine Might Be Hurting Your Skin
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Why Your 10-Step Routine Might Be Hurting Your Skin

Written and Reviewed by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods Why Less Is More: The Case for a Simpler Skincare Routine If your bathroom shelf is lined with serums, your...
AHAs vs. BHAs: A Guide to Exfoliating Acids for Glowing Skin
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AHAs vs. BHAs: A Guide to Exfoliating Acids for Glowing Skin

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on July 8, 2026. Exfoliating acids in skincare have gained popularity over the past few years, and...
How to Use AHAs Safely for Sensitive, Balanced & Oily Skin
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How to Use AHAs Safely for Sensitive, Balanced & Oily Skin

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on August 10, 2026. Acids can be an effective addition to your skincare routine. However, there’s a...
Niacinamide Benefits: Why This Vitamin B3 Powerhouse Belongs in Your Skincare Routine
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Niacinamide Benefits: Why This Vitamin B3 Powerhouse Belongs in Your Skincare Routine

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on August 24, 2026. If you've spent any time scrolling skincare aisles or ingredient lists, you've probably...
Serums vs. Face Oils: What's the Difference & How to Use Both
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Serums vs. Face Oils: What's the Difference & How to Use Both

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on August 31, 2026. Cleansing, moisturizing, and SPF likely anchor your daily skincare routine—but where do serums...
The Case for Antioxidants: Why Dermatologists Say They Belong in Every Skincare Routine
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The Case for Antioxidants: Why Dermatologists Say They Belong in Every Skincare Routine

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on August 26, 2026. Understanding Free Radicals & Why Antioxidants Matter Free radicals are unstable molecules that...
How to Layer Skincare Active Ingredients for Multiple Skin Concerns (Without Overdoing It)
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How to Layer Skincare Active Ingredients for Multiple Skin Concerns (Without Overdoing It)

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on August 7, 2026. Let's face it: Most of us struggle with more than one skin issue...
The Best Active Ingredient for Your Skin Concern, From a Dermatology NP
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The Best Active Ingredient for Your Skin Concern, From a Dermatology NP

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on June 17, 2026. I’ve always been a minimalist when it comes to my skincare routine. In...
5 Ingredients to Fade Hyperpigmentation & When to Start Using Them
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5 Ingredients to Fade Hyperpigmentation & When to Start Using Them

This post was reviewed and updated by Sarah Otto, Dermatology Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Otto Skin Goods on June 4, 2026. Hyperpigmentation, or discoloration and dark spots, can be caused for many issues. Think:...