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Hi there! Did you know that couperose is a common skin condition? When you have couperosa, your surface blood vessels on your face dilate — mostly on your cheeks, nose, chin, and sometimes your forehead. There’s no single vikaa here — it’s about genetics, lifestyle, and environmental things. I have heard that people often confuse it with rosacea, which is like couperose’s angrier, more inflamed sibling. If you catch couperose early, you can actually stop it from turning into

Hey Violets, Did you catch my first 2026 The Violet Talks video post on my Instagram @nina.violettexts? Follow me there. Well, if you didn’t, I changed its content so that I go through the blog post of the week, inserting personal insights off the cuff. I do recommend it. Last week I busted a myth. Read the post here. This week, I continue from that subject by zooming in quite heavily on skin health. If your skin’s been bothering you—dryness that won’t settle down, sudden sen

Hi, Violet Gang! I don’t have experience with rosacea, but I wanted to find out what it really is and what you can do about it. I narrowed this information down to cover Europe. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how rosacea works, how to build a skincare routine that supports sensitive skin, and what to look for (and avoid) in your products—especially in a Nordic climate. Let’s dive into our mutual learning curve! Rosacea is one of the most common—but often misunderstood—

Hi, Violet Gang! I took the plate where I keep my keys and other stuff to a better photographing place. I don't keep any products in direct sunlight, so you know. It is usually next to my outside door. Anyway, this I’ll be honest: I only use SPF sticks on my lips. Occasionally, I put it on the backs of my hands. I do this if the sun’s really showing off from a clear blue sky. That’s it: no grand skincare revelation here, no holy grail moment. On my face? I’m all about lotion.

Hi, Violet Gang! Nice to have you here. Today, I want to explore a common skincare frustration — pilling — from the product’s point of view. Pilling occurs when products don’t absorb well and start to ball up on the skin, often during layering. It’s incredibly frustrating when you’re short on time and trying to get through your morning skincare and makeup routine. I used to experience this often, particularly during my time as an HR Coordinator, when efficiency was key. Now t

Hi Violet Gang! Have you noticed that everyone has been talking about using fewer skincare products lately? The timing couldn’t be better, especially here in Finland, where our skin encounters some unique challenges. After testing many products over the years (yes, my bathroom cabinet has seen it all!), I’ve discovered something surprising: simplicity works. I have always loved simplicity. In fact, using fewer, thoughtfully selected products often leads to better results th

Hi Violetines! Summer is finally showing clear signs of ending. And so is my blog in Finnish. From this point onwards, my blog is only available in English. In this post, I look at hormonal acne from the point of view of skincare ingredients. Fall's Touch on Our Skin As temperatures drop and humidity levels shift, our skin’s behavior can change. This often leads to increased dryness or oil production as it tries to adapt. These changes can disrupt the skin barrier, trigger in

Hi Violetines! Happy September. Last time, I talked about how you know which skin concern you have. If you haven't read it yet, you can read it here. We are now officially living in autumn, but the weather is still in summer mode. Nonetheless, the colder months are arriving, so it's good to know which skincare ingredients to favor. Okay, let's get on with the current topic, shall we? Ever feel like your skin is stuck in a desert scene from a movie? That tight, flaky feeling,

In my last post, I wrote about skin concerns and what they are. If you still need to read it, go back and read it and then return to this. In your skincare journey, understanding your unique skin concerns is the first critical step toward achieving healthy, glowing skin. In my previous post, we explored what skin concerns are and why they matter. Now, let's dive deeper into how you can identify your specific skin issues, so you can change your routine for the best results. Se

Hi Violetines! After a refreshing month-long summer break, I'm thrilled to be back and reconnecting with all of you! The past few weeks have been filled with sunshine, relaxation, and new ideas for my blog and Substack that I'm excited to share. Thank you for your patience and continued support. Before my summer break, I wrote about summer skincare. In my second Substack post in August, I will give you tips and tricks on taking your skincare routine from summer to fall. So no