Everyone wakes up New Year’s Day with their resolutions firmly in place and a strong determination to reach them, but often they only last for a few weeks or if you are lucky a month at best. Typically, this is due to setting far-reaching goals like ‘lose 30 lbs in two months” or “be happier everyday” all of […]
Metal Allergies + Sensitive Skin
From jewelry to cosmetics, there is always something that can cause irritation, inflammation, or a flare-up of eczema and similar skin conditions. The best thing you can do is educate yourself on what the effects are and if you do have sensitivities, make sure you steer clear of metals like nickel and aluminum. Do you […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Holiday Drinks
The holidays are a time of good cheer, great food, and delicious cocktails all enjoyed with friends and family. Some of the most interesting holiday drinks are delicious concoctions like eggnog martinis and candy cane cocktails, but when you look into the effect alcohol has on your skin, it may leave you shaken and stirred. […]
Synthetic Fragrances and Their Health Effects
Have you ever tasted something that was flavored but didn’t know with what? For example, Italian ice or fruit flavored water… if you didn’t see the label, sometimes it can be hard to discern which fruit it is supposed to be. That’s because it is a man-made, artificial flavor and the same thing is done […]
Nighttime Skin Care Routine
Our bodies recover, replenish and regenerate as we sleep and through the night our skin has an opportunity to really get its glow on. Every woman wants the perfect complexion and to achieve this, a nightly skin care routine is critical. Follow these nightly routine tips and you will find yourself on a path to […]
No Shave November: Best Products For Sensitive Skin
Shaving is torturous when you have sensitive skin. The burn, the irritation and the ensuing dry skin itch can drive any man crazy. One solution is don’t shave and grow a beard but even then, skin issues may still persist. So what can you do to keep your skin feeling soft and moisturized with a […]
Best Makeup Brushes for Sensitive Skin
Fighting acne as a teenager is one of the hardest battles to win. It makes it doubly worse when you see your friends wear all this great makeup that you can’t because it will cause your skin to flare up. For adults, it’s a challenge too, as the struggle to look professional and pleasing is […]
How to Protect Your Skin from Halloween Makeup
Crisp fall air, children’s laughter, pumpkins glowing, leaves falling and lots of candy spell Halloween! The best costumes usually are the creative ones and tend to involve makeup. The effects are awesome and spooky! But so can the damage done to your skin. Costume makeup weighs heavy on your skin and is loaded with oils. […]
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 […]
Post-Summer Skin Recovery Tips
As fall approaches and the days become shorter, the air crisper and cooler, overtaking the summer heat, we fondly look back over the lazy days of summer reflecting on the glorious sunny days, while the mirror rudely reminds us of the damage we have done to our skin. If your skin feels dry, rough or […]