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 […]
It’s important that we get a good amount of exercise. It’s healthy for the body and mind. However, a workout can potentially derail your skin care goals. When you work out, your body’s temperature rises so you’re sweating and the friction and chafing from gym clothes can cause skin irritation or even make your problem […]
In this day and age, men are increasingly more interested in having healthier and younger-looking skin. The idea of having a defined skincare routine is now also being practiced by many men to improve overall skin appearance. Here are some tips that men can follow: Correct Method of Shaving – Did you know that there’s […]
1. Change your Pillow Cases – Your pillows not only pick up a lot of debris and dirt from the air, but also oils from your skin. Exposing yourself to these substances when you sleep can result in bacteria buildup or acne breakouts. 2. Wipe Your Phone – Use antibacterial wipes with alcohol to keep […]
The short answer is YES. The long answer is YES, you should exfoliate if you want to preserve the youthful appearance of your skin. Exfoliation not only removes built up foreign substances on your facial skin (like makeup, dirt and other pollutants), but also sheds dead skin cells, allowing your body to generate new ones. […]
Turns out that applying a moisturizing cream onto your skin isn’t as simple as just rubbing it onto your body and face. Here are some common moisturizing mistakes people make, and how to correct them: 1. Putting on too much – Too much moisturizer, especially on your face, ends up clogging pores and leaves a […]
Sun protection goes beyond just putting on sunscreen. Proper clothing should also be worn when you’re going out and exposing your skin to the sun’s harmful rays. The damage done by the sun to eache exposed body part adds up over your lifetime. It continuously adds risks of not only skin cancer but also premature […]
Ever wonder what a bag of chips, a chocolate bar, or a hamburger does to your skin? Foods that are highly glycemic (meaning they are high in carbohydrates, and can raise blood sugar when eaten) are digested quickly by the body and can spike insulin. Spiked blood sugar levels increase the body’s inflammatory reactions, causing […]
