Despite the earth’s atmosphere absorbing roughly 70% of the radiation emitted by the sun, the 30% that does get through can still easily damage our skin. This is why we need to practice sun safety on a daily basis. With skin cancer rates on the rise, it’s important to remember that the sun’s UV (ultraviolet) […]
Volume loss of your skin can be attributed to different factors. However, the major ones are aging and sun damage. As we age, we naturally lose collagen and elastin in our skin, leading to a less supple look. This process is normal part of life, but it doesn’t always look good. Those who spend a […]
The Thermal Spring Water from Avène has become a skincare staple for many people, including celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Gwyneth Paltrow. It does a couple of things: first it hydrates your skin, and second it helps treat irritation and redness.Hydration is great year-round, but especially important in the summer when you’re out and you […]
While there are many tiered and multi-stepped skincare routines out there, experts agree that a basic skincare routine at most should have three steps. The rest is considered optional. That means certain products can be categorized, whether or not they should be considered essential in your basic routine or not. Here are some categories and […]
There’s really no way to sugarcoat it but takes a while for you to start seeing results from skincare products. There are products that you can apply to give you a temporary boost for your appearance like eye creams to help with puffiness, or moisturizers to treat flaky skin, but it will take weeks for […]
The summer travel season is officially upon us. Many people will be going on summer trips and vacations in the next couple of weeks. 75% of Americans are planning to travel this season, which is much higher than last year now that the pandemic might finally be behind us. However we all know that travel […]
There has been an uptick in skincare trends in recent years due to the increased popularity of self-care. It can be overwhelming as to what products you should be using, how you should be using them, and what other methods you should be utilizing. Remember that when you’re feeling overwhelmed, there are always tried and […]
How are they different?This is more of the fact that each skincare routine should be tailor-made. There is no one skincare routine that works for all genders. In general, men tend to have thicker and oilier skin, with the hair a bit more dense, while women\’s skin is much drier and has less hair growth. […]
For the most supple, healthy, rejuvenated skin, alternate your nightly facial regimen between creams containing: 1. Retinoids (Retrinal, Retin A) – retinoids reduces clogged pores and evens out skin tones. It also promotes the rebuilding of lost collagen and also contains anti-aging effects. Apply only a small amount on your face and make sure to […]
1. Avoid Using Very Hot Water – Showering with very hot water actually strips the skin of its natural oils that help retain moisture and softeness. Lukewarm water is the best for comfort and also prevents drying of the skin. 2. Wash Your Hair First – Loosen the dirt and oil, then apply minimal amounts […]
