We can all feel when our skin isn’t happy. For some of us that means a breakout, for others it means dry spots and itchiness and for some of us it means a less vibrant complexion. It’s easy to recognize these signs but what’s harder is answering the question ‘why?’ Skin pH is a very […]
National Get Up Day: 3 Things You Can do in The Morning to Wake Up
Do you play the alarm clock game? Sometimes coffee, no matter how strong, just isn’t enough to shake off the sleepiness. Morning routines are hard to change up, but if you’re finding that you are headed to work half asleep, perhaps these tips can help you perk up first thing in the morning. Exercise or […]
Eczema: What Hurts and What Helps
Approximately 3% of adults and 10-20% of children suffer from eczema in the United States alone. There are millions of products out there that promise solutions and relief from this skin condition but how do you know what works and what doesn’t? What Hurts and Aggravates Eczema Fragrance Mix 1: is more commonly known in […]
Worst Foods for Your Skin
Who doesn’t love scrolling through Pinterest looking at all the delicious recipes for freshly baked breads, easy pasta dishes and scrumptious cupcakes? Those tempting treats will make anyone hungry enough to whip a batch up! But there are repercussions and not only for your waistline. There are foods that can wreak havoc on your […]
Sugaring VS Waxing
Sugaring vs. Waxing: Everything You Need to Know Let’s be honest: we all want baby-smooth, hairless, perfect skin this summer but no one wants to go through the painful waxing process to get it. There is nothing comfortable or fun about a wax; it’s personal, you get anxious beforehand and irritation afterwards and it […]
Alcohol and Your Skin
For many of us nothing quite hits the spot like a cold beer on a hot summer day, a glass of rich red with a nice dinner or a daiquiri by the pool. But the resulting affects on your skin may be worse than you even realized! Alcohol is a dehydrator. Have you ever tried […]
Water—The Key to Healthy Glowing Skin
Water is essential for human life, and the benefits to the body are undeniable. While proper water consumption is hugely beneficial to the entire body, hydrating the skin is essential in clearing acne, preventing wrinkles, avoiding dryness, and more. According to experts, consuming less than two to three liters of water every day can lead […]
Grapefruit Is Your Skin’s Best Friend
Our skin is the barrier between us and oxidative damage from the sun, pollution, and other environmental stressors. This kind of damage, otherwise known as “free radical damage,” can result in advanced skin aging, clogged pores, redness, and a dull, lackluster complexion. Grapefruits, however, are packed with antioxidants. One medium grapefruit contains over 120% […]
3 Benefits Of Using a Vegan Skin Care Product
In the world of commercial skin care products, it’s hard to differentiate the helpful from the harmful. Many ingredients can improve the look of your skin in the short run, but can cause damage if used over a long period of time. A quick Google search for common skin cream additives like parabens and phthalates […]