When Natural Isn’t Neutral: The Hidden Estrogens Inside Wellness Products
By Entela Çeliku, PhD in Natural Product Chemistry Early in my research, I carried the same belief many people have: that plants are gentle, comforting, and safe by default. But the deeper I went into their molecular language, the more I discovered a truth that surprised me, nature can be incredibly potent. Most of the […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Born Tolerant, Made Reactive: The Truth About How Skin Allergies Develop
By Entela Celiku, PhD Chemist in Natural Products, Your Scientific Voice at Kungul I began my scientific journey as a natural products chemist, researching and isolating bioactive molecules derived from plants, herbs, and other natural sources. Like many in the field, I was fascinated by nature’s therapeutic potential and the powerful compounds it holds, lavender, […]
Microbiome Beauty Is Here. The Gut-Skin Connection You Need to Know
If your skincare routine still focuses only on cleansing and moisturizing, you’re missing something huge: your microbiome. It’s not just a trend, it’s a living layer of defense, communication, and balance that exists on your skin and deep in your gut. And when you learn to support it, everything shifts. Your skin clears. Your mood […]
What the Beauty Giants Don’t Want You to Know
They promise youth in a jar. Confidence in a bottle. Power with every swipe of lipstick. Their ads glow with empowerment. Their products sit on bathroom shelves like little luxuries. But behind the polished campaigns and scientific jargon, one uncomfortable truth lingers, a higher price tag doesn’t guarantee a safer product. This month, as the […]
The Truth About Ceramides in Skincare
The Rise of Ceramides: Miracle or Marketing? In recent years, skincare has become more than a beauty trend. It’s a reflection of how we care for ourselves and our health. Among the many ingredients praised for delivering flawless, glowing skin, ceramides have quietly risen to cult status. They’re often marketed as the miracle molecule for […]
Are Dermal Fillers Safe? The Truth You Need to Know
By Entela Celiku, PhD. Chemist, Ingredient Expert, and Your Honest Voice at Kungul Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought about getting a bit of extra volume in your cheeks or a touch of fullness in your lips? You’re not alone. Dermal fillers have become hugely popular for their promise of instant transformation. […]
From Burn Scars to Better Sunscreens: A Chemist’s Guide
Hello Sunshine! Before You Apply Sunscreen Again, Read This Ingredient Deep Dive By Entela, chemist, ingredient nerd, and your honest voice at Kungul There’s something magical about feeling the warmth of the sun again. But I still carry the scars of childhood sunburns, memories of being six years old, wild and free, playing under the […]
