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LIVE MORE AGELESS

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 …

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LOVE YOUR SKIN ESSENTIALS

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…

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WHAT DOES SKIN HAVE TO DO WITH SHINGLES ON A ROOF?

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 for…

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MICROCURRENT

“Future medicine will be the medicine of frequencies.”

-Albert Einstein


Microcurrent (MC) therapy is available not just in medical offices but also as a part of skincare services. It can be utilized as a standalone treatment or seamlessly integrated with other s…

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LED - SEEING THE LIGHT

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


During my late teens in Germany and later as an adult living in New York City, I vividly recall receiving LED treatment from a dermatologist for my facial skin con…

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DERMAPLANING EXPLAINED

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…

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SKIN SAFETY TIPS FOR RUNNERS

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…

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SKINCARE REMINDERS FOR PRE AND POST WORKOUTS

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…

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HOW TO BEST MANAGE KERATOSIS PILARIS (KP)

Have you ever wondered about the meaning of keratosis pilaris? Essentially, keratosis refers to an excess of keratin, while pilaris is the Latin term for hair follicle. Together, they form the medical expression keratosis pilaris (also known as KP), which denotes …

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TRUE or FALSE: Only teenagers get acne…..

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 …

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ANATOMY OF SUNSCREEN - WHAT IS SPF?

How about we make every month of the year Skin Cancer Awareness Month?


Why, you ask?


Because skin cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer across the globe. If you experience 5 or more sunburns, your chances of developing melanoma double. Additionally, accord…

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TACKLING MALE INGROWN HAIR: Causes and Effective Removal Methods

Ingrown hairs can be an annoying and uncomfortable issue for both men and women. However, men, especially those with curly or coarse hair, tend to be more susceptible to ingrown hair problems. In this article, we will focus specifically on male ingrown hair, its c…

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YOU ARE READY TO UPGRADE YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE - BUT HOW TO GO ABOUT IT?

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…

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WHAT DO BUNNIES HAVE TO DO WITH COSMETICS?

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…

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TRUE OR FALSE: CAN PORES OPEN AND CLOSE?

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…

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ARE YOU SEEING RED?

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…

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WHAT SLEEP MEANS TO AGING SKIN

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’…

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ACNE: FIGHTING BACK

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…

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YOU ARE PROBABLY NOT WASHING YOUR SHEETS ENOUGH

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…

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HOW TO ACHIEVE GLOWING SKIN DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

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…

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