Transitioning to a Fall Skincare Routine

As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it’s now time to adjust your skincare routine to combat the effects of the cooler, drier weather. What worked wonders during the summer months might not cut it in the fall. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you transition your skincare routine and maintain a healthy, […]

Skincare Tips to Combat Oily Skin

At two o’clock in the afternoon, you observe that your face appears shinier compared to earlier in the morning when you left for work or school.  Reaching up to feel the glistening patch, you notice that your skin feels oily. Despite following a regular skincare routine, you wonder what else you could do to help […]

Teenage Skincare. What Do They Really Need?

Everywhere you look on social media, there are thousands of posts with teenagers showcasing complex skincare regimens. Glass skin, slugging, layering, the sandwich method, and skin cycling are hot topics as well as combining numerous products that they swear by. But how many products does a typical teenager actually need in a good skincare regimen? […]

Should You Use a Self-Tanner?

Why is it that people prize sun-kissed tan skin? Being tan can socially signify that one has had time to spend outdoors . . . doing some form of leisure activity like bicycling, tennis, or golfing. Or it may be a way to show off that one  has been on vacation. Still, others may feel […]

Skin Essentials to Pack on Your Next Vacation

Summer is a time when many of us plan for at least one vacation or quick get-away. While it can be wonderful to take a break from your routine, it does not necessarily mean you have to take a break from your skincare regimen. We have put together a wonderful list of the must-have skincare […]

Is Topical Estrogen Effective for Anti-Aging?

Now more than ever we are fortunate to have countless options for topical anti-aging purposes in the skin. In some of our past blogs, we have looked at topical antioxidants, retinoids, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. In this article, we will look at one of the newer treatments receiving social media attention, topical estrogen. What is […]

What is a Corn?

Chances are that you have experienced, or at least heard of, a callus on your hand or foot, but have you heard of something called a corn? If you have experienced a hard, sore and perhaps tender spot on your foot when you walk and bear weight, you may have a corn. But what exactly […]

Why You Should Use A Reef Safe Sunscreen

Are you going on a beach vacation soon, or perhaps to another tropical location? If you are planning on snorkeling or scuba-diving, you may want to be prepared with the correct sunscreen, especially if you are going to be exploring a coral reef. Sunscreens wash and wear off during our fun time swimming in the […]

Tea Tree Oil In Skincare

Chances are you have heard of an essential oil called Tea Tree Oil. This oil has been around for many years in the retail skincare space in many different capacities. But what is it? And can it help with common skin conditions such as acne? What is Tea Tree Oil? Tea Tree Oil is an […]

Are Probiotics Beneficial for Your Skin?

When it comes to treating acne, there are countless over the counter (OTC) options available. It can often be difficult to sort through the opinions of social media influencers as to what has been proven and effective to work to reduce inflammatory acne. Probiotics have been in the spotlight for many years now. These oral […]

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