Editorial Policy and How We Write
This page explains how content is produced on Skin Care Conflict, where the information comes from, and what readers should expect — and not expect — from the site.
Who Writes the Content
I am Waqas, the founder of Skin Care Conflict. I research and write the articles, combination guides, and tool explanations on this site. I am not a dermatologist, doctor, or licensed medical professional. My background is in independent skincare research and cosmetic-formulation science, built from years of reading dermatology literature, formulation textbooks, and cosmetic-chemistry references.
Because I am not a clinician, every page that touches health or treatment includes a clear disclaimer that the content is educational, not medical advice. If a topic is outside my confidence level, I either avoid it or direct readers to a qualified professional.
How We Research
Content on this site is researched from published dermatological and cosmetic-chemistry sources. These include peer-reviewed journals, dermatology textbooks, manufacturer-published formulation data, and established clinical references. I do not conduct original laboratory research, clinical trials, surveys, or experiments, and this site does not generate its own patient data.
Any numbers, percentages, or study outcomes mentioned in an article come from the published literature and are credited to a named source whenever possible. If a statement does not include a citation, it is based on general formulation consensus or widely accepted dermatological practice, not on a private test or measurement.
How Ingredient Compatibility Verdicts Are Reached
The compatibility verdicts on our ingredient checker and combination pages are editorial assessments. They are built by weighing published chemistry and irritation data — such as pH dependence, oxidation risk, barrier disruption potential, and known adverse interaction profiles — and then assigning one of three labels: Safe to Combine, Use with Caution, or Do Not Combine.
These verdicts are not prescriptions. They are starting points. The real compatibility of any two products also depends on the exact formula, concentration, order of application, and the individual's skin. When the evidence is mixed or the outcome is dose-dependent, we label the pairing as "Use with Caution" rather than declaring it universally safe.
Affiliate Disclosure
Some product links on Skin Care Conflict are Amazon Associates affiliate links. If you click one of these links and make a purchase, the site may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. The affiliate tag is visible in the URL as tag=feelscomfort-20.
Affiliate relationships do not influence which products are recommended. Products are chosen based on formulation fit, availability, value to readers, and whether they genuinely suit the routine or concern being discussed. Not every product link is an affiliate link, and we do not accept payment to feature or favour specific products.
Corrections and Reader Feedback
I try to keep every article accurate and up to date, but errors can happen. If you spot a factual mistake, an outdated claim, a broken product link, or a source that no longer supports the text, please let me know through the contact page.
When a significant correction is made, I update the page and note the change at the top of the article when it affects the advice or conclusion. Smaller fixes, such as correcting a typo or replacing a dead link, are made without a formal notice.
Medical Disclaimer
Nothing on Skin Care Conflict is medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The content is for educational purposes only. Always consult a qualified dermatologist or other licensed healthcare provider before starting new active ingredients, changing a prescription routine, or if you have a skin condition, are pregnant or nursing, or experience persistent irritation, allergic reactions, or signs of infection.