Best of Ask Grace 2022: Your Most-Asked Beauty Questions, Answered

When it comes to the best beauty advice, there’s only one place to go. And that’s our Ask Grace series.

Covering everything from the most awkward topics and puzzling skincare ingredients to whether the latest trends are worth our time and effort, our Beauty Editor, Grace, knows it all.

And luckily for us, she is sharing her wisdom one article at a time. Buckle up, because we’ve rounded up your most asked beauty questions of 2022, all in one place.

ASK GRACE: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AHAS & BHAS?

We get it, AHAs and BHAs sound incredibly similar. If you’re wondering which of the two is better for your skin type and concern, look no further.

ASK GRACE: WHAT ARE SERUMS?

Congrats on entering the wonderful world of serums. Read here to get the 411 on what serums actually do, how to use them and which ones are right for you.

ASK GRACE: HOW DOES MICROCURRENT SKINCARE WORK?

Wanna know if microcurrent skincare devices are worth your time? We’ve got just the article for you.

ASK GRACE: HOW CAN I GET RID OF MILIA?

Got those tiny, firm white bumps that pop up under your skin? Meet the quick guide on milia and how to treat it.

ASK GRACE: HOW CAN I FIGURE OUT MY SKIN UNDERTONE?

Struggling to pinpoint your skin’s undertone? We’ve got your back.

ASK GRACE: HOW CAN I FADE THE RED MARKS THAT BREAKOUTS LEAVE BEHIND?

Breakouts are bad enough as it is, but the red marks that get left behind are even worse. Fast-track back to clear, even-toned skin with this one.

ASK GRACE: MY NAILS BREAK EASILY, WHAT CAN I DO?

Nothing ruins a day more like a broken nail. BEAUTY BAY’s resident nail tech, Ashleigh, joins Grace on this one and together, their advice is *chefs kiss*. 

ASK GRACE: WHY DO I GET STRAWBERRY LEGS?

The best way to treat (and prevent) strawberry legs is to… read this article.

ASK GRACE: HOW CAN I TAN WITHOUT LOOKING ORANGE?

Let’s be honest, we’ve all been there. And we never want to go back. The secret to natural-looking fake tan lies in this one.

ASK GRACE: I GOT SUNBURNED, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

How many times do we need to tell you to wear SPF? If the damage has already been done, this article is for you.

ASK GRACE: HOW DO I STOP MY THIGHS FROM CHAFING?

There truly is a product for anything and everything. Beat the thigh chafe with Grace’s advice here.

ASK GRACE: CAN I GET RID OF BLACKHEADS?

PSA: they might not actually be blackheads. This one’s a good one.

ASK GRACE: CAN YOU RECOMMEND CONTACT LENS-FRIENDLY SKINCARE?

There’s nothing worse than that cloudy, gritty sensation you get in your eyes when your lenses have got product on them. Beat it by reading this article.

ASK GRACE: WHAT IS DOUBLE CLEANSING & HOW DO YOU DO IT?

After reading this article, you’ll never single cleanse again…

ASK GRACE: HOW DO YOU GET RID OF DANDRUFF?

Scalp care has blown up in the past year, and we’ve got the low-down on how to do it right.

ASK GRACE: DOES SKINCARE EXPIRE?

Unfortunately, skincare doesn’t last forever. Keep your skincare collection in tip-top (and in date) condition with this one. 

ASK GRACE: DO EYE CREAMS REALLY WORK?

Are additional skincare steps like eye creams really worth it? There’s only one way to find out.

ASK GRACE: HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE FOR SKINCARE TO WORK?

There isn’t really a one-size-fits-all answer to this question, but Grace has given us the next best thing.

ASK GRACE: DO I REALLY NEED TO USE AN SPF IN THE WINTER?

Short answer: yes, yes you do. Long answer: read this article to learn why.