Dua Lipa Skincare: Full Review of Her Augustinus Bader Line
By Dr. Entela Çeliku, PhD in Natural Product Chemistry When I first heard that Dua Lipa was creating a skincare line with Augustinus Bader, I smiled instinctively.Not just because Dua is Albanian and one of the brightest voices representing our culture on the world stage but because this collaboration signaled something deeper. For the first […]
Is Creatine Really Made from Pesticides? A Chemist’s Truth
By Dr. Entela Çeliku, PhD in Natural Product Chemistry Every time I go to the gym, I can’t help but notice how much pressure there is to take supplements. Everyone is mixing protein shakes, drinking pre-workouts, and debating which powder builds muscle faster. It’s become part of the culture: train, drink, repeat. And while I […]
When Beauty Hurts the Skin, The Truth About RF Microneedling
By Entela Çeliku, PhD Chemist & Natural Product Expert I often say that I treat my skin the way I would treat a precious silk scarf delicate yet resilient, protective yet vulnerable. And if I wouldn’t poke holes in that silk to make it “tighter,” why would I ever do that to my skin?That question […]
Skin Longevity: A New Era of Timeless Beauty
There was a time when I used to think aging was something we had to fight.As a chemist, I spent years studying what breaks down in our cells, what causes the lines, the dullness, the fatigue that shows up on the skin. But the deeper I went into molecular biology, the clearer it became: aging […]
Lift Without Needles: The Power of Hydradermie Lift
By Dr. Eljona Shllaku, Dermatologist at AT’HAR Clinic, Tirana As a dermatologist, my goal has always been to help patients age gracefully, to preserve the vitality of their skin without invasive methods.That’s why I’m thrilled to introduce a treatment that truly transforms the way we lift and rejuvenate the face: Hydradermie Lift by Guinot, a […]
Hair Growth and Nutrition: The Role of Vitamins and Minerals
Have you ever noticed more hair on your brush than on your head? You are not alone. Thinning or sudden shedding can feel alarming. The first thought many people have is: Am I missing vitamins or minerals? Nutrition plays a major role in hair growth and loss. Deficiencies in key nutrients can contribute to shedding. […]
The Truth About Fish Oil and Omega-3 Supplements
By Entela, PhD Chemist specialized in natural products This article is part of our supplement series. If you missed the first one, read it here, where we explore why supplements aren’t always the shortcut to health they promise to be. Autumn, Supplements, and the Fish Oil Hype With the arrival of autumn and cooler days, […]
Biohackers, Influencers, and the Truth About Supplements
By Entela Çeliku, PhD – Chemist and researcher in natural products Have you ever felt that buying a supplement is like buying a little promise in a bottle? Something that will give you more energy, boost your immunity, maybe even help you live longer? You’re not alone. Globally, people spend tens of billions every year […]
How to Recover Your Skin and Hair After Summer
The tan may be fading, but your skin and hair remember summer in a different way. Dry patches, sudden sensitivity, dark spots, breakage, and even seasonal hair loss are common “souvenirs” after weeks of sun, saltwater, air conditioning, and travel. While the season feeds the soul, it often exhausts the body’s largest organ, your skin, […]
How to Repair Dry, Sensitive, and Sun-Damaged Skin After Summer
Your skin had fun too, but now it’s asking for help. The Hidden Toll of Summer on Your Skin Summer often feels like a gift: sun, sea, warm nights, and a break from the usual routine. But while your mind rests, your skin rarely gets the same luxury. Whether you spent your days at the […]
