What’s in your Bottle? As fast as we hustle through our days, we expect the same results in our skin care. Sure we want fast results, however, a progression is more effective than instant gratification. Knowing the best ingredients in your skin care for will help achieve lasting results No two skin care needs are similar because everyone’s skin is different. Identifying your skin type (oily, dry, combination and skin condition (acne, sensitive, rosacea, eczema, etc.) can aid in an informed approach when picking the best skin care. With all the available skin care choices, how do I choose? If you notice, there’s a difference on how ingredients are.
Read MoreChemical peels: A great way to revive your skin after the Summer’s heat. Depending on your desired results, chemical peels can minimize age spot caused by the sun and diminish fine lines and wrinkles. Variations of chemical peels makes customizing manageable for most skin tones, types and conditions. The word PEEL can be deceiving because YOU MAY NOT PEEL THE FIRST TIME! Let’s look at different chemical peels according to its features and benefits. Chemical peel: a solution that’s applied to the skin, causing accelerated exfoliation which eventually peels off the epidermis (DEAD skin). New skin will emerge with less imperfection, which can be noticed after one session. Typical areas.
Read MoreUnderstanding acne: Let’s talk about…ACNE For some people, this could be a very sensitive topic. Acne can flare up at the most inconvenient time and could instantly ruin your confidence. Some of my clients rather sit at home and miss big milestones than face the world with their acne. It’s an understandable feeling to have. Let’s shed some light on acne and how we can win the battle. What is acne? Acne is formed in our skin by blocked follicles. This is caused by hair, sebum, and Keratinocytes (built up dead skin). Acne is a the most common skin disease in the US. It affects nearly 40million people. 90% of.
Read MoreThe use of carrier oils is gaining popularity due to its natural remedy for skin and health purposes. Carrier oils “carry” essential oils to the body and skin. It’s a great way to drive moisture, reaping the benefits of vitamins rapidly. Carrier oils are great base oils to dilute concentrated essential oils (lavender, peppermint, lemongrass, etc.) Applying essential oils directly to the skin can cause painful irritations such as blisters, especially after prolong sun exposure and tanning beds. What are the best carrier oils? Carrier oils varies in function. I recommend these due its non-comedogenic properties, or doesn’t clog pores. We’ll discuss that later. Jojoba: Mimics the natural oils.
Read MoreThe hot Summer months can be brutal to your skin because of heat and humidity: the amount of moisture levels in the air. Our skin has about 70-80% water which helps preserve skin elasticity and healthy cells. Living in low humidity areas can cause dry skin and can worsen skin conditions such as rosacea and psoriasis. High humidity areas are great for people with dry skin, helping the skin stay supple, but not the best for acne-prone skin. Here’s some tips to help protect your skin in hot, humid conditions: 1. Nourish the skin Use the right cleanser and moisturizer for YOUR skin type. High humidity increases oil production causing.
Read MoreSkin Fetish is now certified to Save a Life! How can I save your life? Aestheticians, massage therapist, hair stylist, barbers and other beauty/wellness professionals are in a unique position to spot suspicious moles. Beauty professionals are familiar with their clients and are able to see changes in areas that’s hard to see such as the neck, scalp and back. These are areas that can go unnoticed by the clients. My job as an aesthetician is to make clients aware of any changes of suspicious moles that may be cancerous. What is Melanoma? Sun cancer is being reported at an alarming rate. Even though basal cell and squamous cell carcinoma.
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