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DID YOU KNOW? Raspberries are rich in antioxidants, allowing your skin to retain its youthful appearance much longer. Raspberries actually contain ten times more the amount of anti-oxidants found in tomatoes! They also contain anthocyanins, a chemical that acts as an anti-inflammatory that can help prevent tissue damage done to your skin. Berries are a […]

Being out in the sun during the RIGHT TIME OF THE DAY can be a good way to get Vitamin D. However, remember that the skin around your eye area and on your face in general is typically a bit thinner than other areas on your body. When you’re outside, it’s strongly recommended to ALWAYS […]

When you’re sleep-deprived, your body produced more cortisol, the hormone released when you are under stressed and can lead to a larger inflammatory response in your skin. This means you’ll get a higher possibility of getting acne breakouts, allergic reactions, irritations and flare-ups of any stress-induced skin conditions. So for the sake of your overall […]

Sweating isn’t always a negative thing. In fact, it can do wonders for your skin. Sweating during moderate exercise or any healthy activity purges the body’s toxins that can clog pores and irritate the skin with blemishes and pimples. It also helps get rid substances like alcohol, cholesterol and salt. Sweat also, in a way, […]

Inadequate water intake makes your skin dull and makes your wrinkles and pores appear more prominent. Some skincare experts believe that water plumps up the skin, causing wrinkles and pores to, more or less, get filled in. The skin’s mechanism to create and maintain its collagen requires water to effectively work. When your skin is […]