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. […]
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 […]
Younger Women At Higher Risk Of Getting Skin Cancer
Fashion and pop culture magazines are the benchmark for which young women and teens tend to base their looks. They often ask themselves: do I measure up? Is my hair shiny enough? My lips full enough? Am I tan enough? This last one is of major concern to young women’s health. According to the Melanoma […]
ABC’S Of Skin Cancer
Sunshine and hot days are meant for the beach and lounging by the pool. Everyone loves to have that sun-kissed look, however too much of a good thing can cause problems. Namely, skin cancer. The frustrating part is that most skin cancers are asymptomatic which means you might not know you have something wrong until […]
Exfoliating Your Skin
The world of skin care… walking down an aisle in any cosmetic store and you may feel overwhelmed by the number of skin care products there are from which to choose. Never mind the marketing geniuses who make the bottles look appealing with our favorite colors, flashy designs and even sparkles. But which one is […]
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% […]
Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
The best way to balance your skin barrier pH…and WHY I fell in love with this age-old super ingredient. There are all kinds of products that claim to balance your skin barrier’s pH. But what’s so big about your skin’s pH? And, why is it so important to have an acidic skin barrier pH? Well, […]
7 Foods That Hydrate Your Skin From The Inside Out
Whether you are dealing with dry weather during the winter or you are someone who has always had a tendency for dry skin, it will become increasingly important for you to keep your body moisturized. Of course, there are always a number of amazing products available on the market that are made to hydrate the […]