The NUA Journal

Should I Fix My Skin First Or Support It First?

The instinct when skin feels wrong is to fix it. But after years of treating skin, Cassandra has found that support almost always works better than correction — and that the distinction between the...

What Is A Good First Skincare Routine?

A good first skincare routine is almost always simpler than people expect. Cassandra shares where she would suggest beginning — and why starting with less, and building from observation, tends to s...

How Much Skincare Do I Actually Need?

The skincare industry has a vested interest in more. Cassandra offers a more honest answer to the question of how much skincare is actually needed — and what skin genuinely benefits from versus wha...

How Do I Build A Skincare Routine I'll Actually Stick To?

The most effective skincare routine is not the most sophisticated one — it's the one you'll actually keep. Cassandra shares how to build a routine that fits real life, survives busy mornings, and s...

Morning vs Evening Skincare: Does Your Routine Need To Change?

The question of whether morning and evening skincare need to differ is one Cassandra hears often. Her answer is more straightforward than most expect — and centres on consistency over complexity.

Why Skin Can React When You Change Your Routine

Changing your skincare routine — even to something gentler — can sometimes cause skin to react. Cassandra explains why this happens, what it usually means, and how to give skin the time and space i...