Often referred to as the soul of the plant, essential oils have been used throughout the ages to: balance and improve mood beautify the skin act as a disinfectant heal wounds improve the immune, respiratory system and circulatory system relax muscles Contained within the essential oil is the life force of the plant, carrying its READ MORE
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Overindulge? Here’s How to Get Your Glow Back!
Had a little too much to drink the night before? Wake up feeling tired, groggy with tight, dull skin? Here are some solutions to help detoxify your system, nourish your skin and body cells and get your glow back. First things first- Hydrate! Preferably warm water. Better yet, warm water with lemon. Warm water is READ MORE
Benefits of Exfoliation- Chemical vs. Physical
As an aesthetician, I’ve seen it over and over. Clients would come in not happy with their skin. I’d ask them, “are you exfoliating?” One of the simplest ways to improve the appearance of the skin is to use an exfoliant. There are two types of exfoliation, chemical ( AHAs, BHAs and enzymes) and physical READ MORE
How to Adjust Your Skin Care for Fall Weather
Every season I recommend taking a skin evaluation and adjusting your skin care routine accordingly. Just as we change our wardrobe according to the weather, our skin care products are the wardrobe for our skin, so they need to change as well. Fall weather brings dry and cool days, leaving our skin susceptible to dehydration READ MORE
Facial Cleansing – The First Step to Beautiful Skin
Cleansing your face is the first step in your home care routine, and I think it is the most important. This is to not be overlooked. It sets the foundation for beautiful skin. What to Look for in a Cleanser Your cleanser should be formulated for the facial skin. Do not use bar soap or READ MORE
Sculplla Facial Filler Mask Pre and Post Care
I am so excited to be able to bring you Sculplla Facial Filler Mask. The results are incredible! To be able to attain similar results as injectable fillers without needles and encourage your skin to produce more collagen, is a big win in the skin care industry! In order to get the best results from READ MORE
How to Use AHAs for Healthy, Bright Skin
What are AHAs? Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) a class of chemical compounds that can be either naturally occurring or synthetic. Many are derived from natural sources such as sugar cane, corn, apples and grapes and are used in cosmetics to exfoliate the skin. This is called chemical exfoliation. Acids play an important role in beautifying the skin. READ MORE
A Morning Ritual for a Peaceful Mind and Beautiful Skin
I don’t know about you, but there are many days that I wake up and immediately feel overwhelmed with my “to-do” list. Emails to sift through. Planning the day ahead. House chores. Garden chores. Working on my business. Trying to balance family and work life. It can make one feel pulled in too many directions READ MORE
Long day in the sun? Here’s what to do.
For me one of the most enjoyable times of summer is spending a day at the beach or being outside all day with friends and family. However, the heat and sun can dehydrate the skin making your skin feel tight, dry and parched after 😝 which can lead to fine lines and wrinkles. Here is READ MORE
How and Why to use Retinol for Skin Care Benefits
What is Retinol Retinol is a derivative of vitamin A that helps to repair sun damage, acne scaring, reduces fine lines, wrinkles and lessens hyperpigmentation. With continued use the complexion appears younger, fresher, smoother and brighter. Sounds like utopia regarding beauty to me! There’s no wonder that it is the most studied and proven skin care READ MORE