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Why You Should be Using Retinol

Why You Should be Using Retinol

What is Retinol? Retinoids, the umbrella term for retinol products, are powerful enough to improve skin texture, pigmentation and skin tone, and stimulate collagen production. Reinoids are derivatives of Vitamins A and break down into 3 categories: Retinoic Acid: Tretinoin - prescription strength for acne & stretch marks Retinol: Over the counter nonprescription - medium strength Pro-Retinols: Over the counter - gentler and in lower concentrations Biochemically they all do ex

Collagen Supplements and Skincare

Collagen Supplements and Skincare

Dietary Collagen supplements have been making its way into the skincare industry. Just in the last few years there have been some impressive studies showing that ingestible collagen can indeed impact the appearance of skin. A myriad of supplements have bombarded the shelves at super markets and it is important to know some important facts. Collagen is a protein made up of amino-acids: glycine, proline, hydroxyproline, and arginine, all of which help our body's connective tiss

Wear Sunscreen in the Winter - Here's Why

Wear Sunscreen in the Winter - Here's Why

In the winter, the days are short and the cold temperatures tell you the sun isn’t as strong. UVB rays are weaker in the winter, so you don’t get sunburned as easily, but the UVA rays that cause photo-aging are just as strong. Because you aren’t getting burned as quickly, and because the warmth feels good on your skin, you aren’t seeking shade as often. Depending on your activities, you could actually do more damage in the winter than the summer! Before we get into why you sh

How to Take Care of Your Skin During the Winter Months

How to Take Care of Your Skin During the Winter Months

I get a lot of comments from clients on their skin changing during the winter months. Reports of irritation, extreme dryness, itchy, redness and scaly skin, and nothing they do seems to make their skin normal. I've compiled a few things that you can do to avoid this irritation. Winter presents a unique set of challenges for skin care. Cold, dry air and constantly running heaters leave your skin stripped of moisture. Dry skin is not only unattractive, but also uncomfortable as

Bone Broth and Skincare

Bone Broth and Skincare

Bone broth has been known for its many beneficial properties, for overall health, but did you know that it can increase your skin health's as well? Gelatin from the beef or chicken bones will promote healthy skin, shiny hair and a very happy belly. There is a difference between chicken/beef stock and bone broth. The easy way to identify the difference is to look at the protein content. If you are worried about your sodium, look for a low or no salt option. The most obvious be