As if acne isn’t frustrating enough, the oh-so-wonderful joy of pimples are often followed by scars that you just can’t seem to get rid of. But before you abandon all hope and go seek out lavish concealer at the drugstore, try to understand the reasons behind acne scars and the ways to target these troublesome … Read more
It’s no secret that smoking has detrimental effects on the brain, lungs, heart, and practically the entirety of the human body. However, less discussed are those aesthetic consequences that result from smoking; specifically, on the skin. So, if lung cancer, heart disease, a weakened immune system, and risk of infertility (just to name a few … Read more
It’s a beautiful day, the birds are chirping, and the sun is shining. Nothing can rain on your parade. Except for that pesky whitehead that has conveniently decided to come up out of nowhere and plant itself smack in the middle of your face. Now, it is normal for you to instinctually bring your hands … Read more
When it comes to pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads, there is no easy way out. Now, if you’re cringing your face and squirming in your seat with today’s topic, don’t close this page yet – Knowing how to target each type of acne is crucial for clear, spot-free skin. The official medical lingo for acne is … Read more
When I imagine radiant skin, I also imagine a dressing table overflowing with products essentially screaming “Hydrate! Moisturize!” at me. In the beauty world and to the average customer, the terms hydrated and moisturized are often promised interchangeably. While both processes are essential to nourishing your skin, they are not in fact the same thing. … Read more
If you’re like me and can’t start the day without a tangy, refreshing glass of orange juice, then you’re definitely not skimping on Vitamin C. Vitamin C has been revered as a treasured antioxidant capable of fighting off high blood pressure and the worst of diseases, but does it also affect your skin? Could the … Read more
Vitamin E generally refers to a family of fat-soluble antioxidants. This means that yes, Vitamin E is a vitamin but technically speaking, is actually a blanket name for about eight different types of compounds. Of the eight different forms of Vitamin E, “tocopheryl acetate” and “tocopherol” are the ones most commonly used in skincare products. … Read more
When it comes to hair loss, everyone is looking for a culprit. Is it because you’re too stressed? Not eating enough? Or just getting old? The truth is that both male and female hair loss is often caused by a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (otherwise known as DHT). DHT is a derivative of the male hormone … Read more
It really does begin with what’s underneath. The voluminous, luscious locks you have been dreaming about all start with the skin on your head; otherwise known as your scalp. Scalp health may be odd to talk about if you are not rocking the bald look, but it is nonetheless essential for encouraging healthy hair growth. … Read more
When people think of cellulite, they often think of the unpleasant, puckered, almost orange peel-like skin that they just cannot seem to get rid of on their thighs and arms. Although this mental image can be correct in some cases, there are actually different stages of cellulite and each stage has a unique appearance. Specialists use … Read more
