Lanolin has a long history of use in skincare. And, with that long history come lots of questions! It’s a fantastic emollient that can help lock moisture into your skin, but as with all things manufactured or processed today, you run into a few issues when deciding whether or not...
We all know the skincare “buzzwords” that are incorporated into skincare ads, labels, and reviews. Think adjectives like “moisturizing,” “enhancing,” or “glowing.” After all, we both know that slathering on a “brightening” night cream won’t make your face light up the room like a toddler’s night light, but do...
It seems that everywhere we turn, we’re confronted with another “lose weight fast” product or plan. From fad diets to crazy workout equipment, and even going as extreme as plastic surgery, there’s no shortage of money-making schemes designed to hit on the insecurities that we women face on the daily....
Have you been rolling along with the latest skin care trends? If so, chances are you’ve heard about jade rollers. Maybe you’ve seen your favorite beauty blogger gliding a pretty pastel green stone across her temples, or maybe you’ve spotted an adorable jade roller in your favorite boutique and wanted...
We've all been there. That sunny day at the beach or a few extra hours spent lounging by the pool, and suddenly—ouch! Sunburn. We’re all guilty of underestimating the power of the sun or forgetting to reapply sunscreen. While some sun exposure is unavoidable, sunburns are definitely something you...
Times of transition can be frightening but exhilarating. Like when you start a family or a relationship ends, or you begin a business, or your work takes you to a new place – a bittersweet goodbye to the old and then an exciting new start. Menopause is one of those...
Skincare treatments are constantly evolving, and we’re always looking to explore the latest and the greatest trends. As an added bonus, some of these treatments extend beyond the skincare factor and tap into our emotional health. They can help reduce stress and promote relaxation, contributing to our overall well-being. Top-notch...
You know that frustrating experience of trying to squeeze a blackhead right on the tip of your nose, but no matter what you do, you can’t get the gunk out? It’s the worst! We all know we shouldn’t be hard on our skin, but it’s hard to resist. Some days...
Sometimes the skin can do unexpected things, right? As if we don’t have enough to deal with in our modern lives, these surprise, quirky little “skin issues” can pop up demanding our attention. Kind of like UFO’s, I think of these as USO’s – Unidentified Skin Objects. In case you’re...
If your skin type confuses you, you’re not alone! Ummm, yikes! This study highlights the fact that there’s still confusion about what skin type really means. In my practice, I see the following issues often: People haven’t identified their true skin type, and sometimes confuse skin...
