“Future medicine will be the medicine of frequencies.” -Albert Einstein

I have often wondered if that is why Microcurrent is a much more popular service in Germany than I have seen here in the USA. Lets change that.

There are two types of microcurrent offered in…

WHAT IS DERMAPLANING?

Dermaplaning is the controlled scraping of the skin using a specialized blade held at a 45 degree angle for the removal of keratinized cells on the outer stratum corneum and fine vellus hair.

Dermaplaning is a physical/mechanical exfoliatio…

Break it down to build it up ... The key to proper skin barrier function.

When it comes to skin, breaking it down to build it up might seem counterintuitive at first. But think about it - keeping in mind the skin is an organ and the largest one we have …

Muscles…

The holidays are a time for family, friends, and fun. But let’s be honest, they can also be a time of stress. Between work parties, gift shopping, and preparing for family gatherings, it’s easy to let your beauty routine fall by the wayside. But don’t worry, we’ve…

Have you wondered what keratosis pilaris is? 

Well, in short, keratosis means ‘too much keratin’ while pilaris translates to ‘hair follicle’ in Latin. Jointly, they form the medical term keratosis pilaris (AKA KP), which is used to refer to a build-up of keratin a…

Did you know that exercising can actually help us have healthier skin too?

Working out helps us maintain our weight, boosts our overall mood and self-esteem, and motivates us to eat healthier. All of this can and does do wonders for our skin.

However, how we tre…

FFFAAALLLSSSEEE!

We learned a lot about acne in a previous blog and discovered some remedies (Acne: Fighting back)

Let’s dive a little deeper into two of the remedies: High-Frequency and LED

WHAT IS HIGH-FREQUENCY?

This technique uses targeted thermal energy to …

Let’s make skin cancer awareness month every month of the year!

Why?

Because it is the most common cancer worldwide. Having 5 or more sunburns doubles your risk for melanoma. An estimated 90% of skin aging is caused by the sun according to www.skincancer.org. An…

A frequent question I receive: 

“What do you think is the best facial cream for mature skin? I use a (drugstore brand) for wrinkles, but I wonder if there is something better. I have super sensitive skin.”

First, congratulation on recognizing that a skincare prod…

BLOG - LED - SEEING THE LIGHT

DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN NATURALLY REDUCE SIGNS OF AGING AND TREAT ACNE THROUGH THE POWER OF LIGHT?

I have vivid memories of a dermatologist treating my facial skin issues with LED I encountered in my late teens when I still lived in Ge…

Cruelty-Free: The Truth About Animal Testing

Beauty shoppers have become increasingly more educated about good-for-you ingredients and equally discerning in supporting socially responsible companies. To that extent, they seek out brands that feature that sweet li…

DO YOU KNOW WHERE PORES CAN BE FOUND?

Pores can be found on every inch of skin, except for the palms of your hands and the soles of your feet.

DO YOU WANT TO TAKE A GUESS HOW MANY PORES WE HAVE?

The adult has an average of 5 million pores on their body, with abo…

Have you asked yourself if what you are seeing could be rosacea?

What is rosacea?

Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory disorder – a disease of vassal motor instability. It is characterized by chronic redness of the face, especially the nose and cheeks. The conditio…

April brings more than showers, and with the Boston Marathon commencing in April I thought we’d talk about skin safety practices for those that take to the course of spending a portion of their daily routine running outside.

The quintessential runner is ingrained…

You have probably heard of the skin concerns many share, such as aging, lines and wrinkles, loss of elasticity, dullness, pigmentation, dryness, acne, and the list goes on.

Have you asked yourself “What exactly is Skin?”

Once we understand what Skin really is, t…

We’ve all heard the expression “beauty sleep.” Have you wondered if there is anything behind these words? Does getting adequate rest really help us look better? The answer is YES, and it goes beyond the obvious dark circles that show up under our eyes when we don’…

Have you ever known someone that battles acne or perhaps you battle it yourself? 

Then you probably know that not only can acne cause physical discomfort, but the emotional and social stress of this condition can also significantly impact the quality of life.

Acn…

In the previous blog post, we learned about dead layers of the skin, the process, and the consequences. So when I recently visited a bedding store in search for a new comforter/duvet supporting rejuvenating sleep the question came up: DO YOU WASH YOUR SHEETS OFTEN…

Maintaining your skin is a lifelong commitment, and while you will see some results with facials, you must implement a daily home care routine.

Taking care of your skin is just like taking care of your body - it is part of a lifestyle. The best results will come …