Blog — Skincare Tips

It sounds like a cruel joke, but the number of people dealing with adult acne and the signs of aging has been on the rise lately. We know, it’s completely unfair, but luckily there are ways to get rid of acne for good in ways that don’t dry out your skin even more and worsen the lines and wrinkles you’re trying to defeat. We’re going to squash the rumor here and now: acne is not just a teenage problem. In fact, as I write this I’m dealing with a breakout on my chin, and I’m in my 40’s. There are so many reasons acne can occur...

We’ve referenced the Fitzpatrick scale many times in previous articles, and it can be a significant indicator of your risk of skin cancer, hyperpigmentation, and more. But how do you know what your type is, and what does it mean for your skin’s health? In this week's blog, we're going to talk about the Fitzpatrick Scale and how you can identify your skin type and tailor your needs and wants around that.  The Fitzpatrick Scale was created by Harvard doctor Thomas B. Fitzpatrick, MD as a way of gauging how a person’s skin reacts to UV light. The scale demonstrates...

Acne can be a frustrating and embarrassing skin condition that affects almost all of us at some point in our lives. While there are many treatments available to help clear up acne, sometimes you just need to cover it up until it goes away and go on with your daily life. But if you're not careful, using the wrong products to cover up acne can actually make your breakouts worse. So, what are the best ways to cover up acne that won't cause more breakouts? Here are some tips: Use a lightweight, oil-free foundation or concealer. Heavy, oil-based makeup can clog pores and...

You’ve likely heard the word “actives” if you’ve gotten into skincare at all, and it can be confusing understanding exactly what an active is sometimes. While there are certain actives that we recommend for everyone (retinol), it’s important to understand the different types of actives and what they actually do (and whether or not you need them). So what is an active?In short, an active refers to the active ingredient in any product and how it is supposed to correct an issue with your skin. For example, if you have acne you’ve probably tried a cleanser that had salicylic acid as its...

The causes are different, but the result is the same: your skin looks irritated, flaky, and it might even be so dried out that you’re seeing cracks appear along with fine lines and wrinkles. It might be tempting to grab some moisturizer and layer it on a little thicker, but is that going to fix it? On the surface they may look like the same thing, but the difference between dehydrated skin and dry skin lies in the source of what’s missing. What Causes Dry Skin?With dry skin, the culprit here is a lack of oil. When your skin isn’t...