Dermaplaning is an exfoliating procedure that uses a blade or scalpel to exfoliate the top layers of the dead skin called the Horney Layer and also removes the fine vellus hair, or peach face, on the face. This is a form of mechanical exfoliation. The benefits of removing the top layer of dead skin are for: Better product penetration More even penetration of corrective products Stimulates collagen & elastin that in turn helps supports the cell walls of your skin Grade I acne, if there’s no inflammation, will help clear blocked follicles (which is one cause of acne) and drive acne corrective products deeper This procedure is ideal for a.
Read MoreSkincare Journey 101: Week 8- Summary
by Judi Moise | Advanced Facial Potocals,Beauty Tips,Skin Types & Conditions
25
Aug
2021
Congratulations! We have concluded the 1st series of Skincare Journey 101. The skin is the largest organ of the body and the most permeable, which means quality skincare matters. Use this as a guideline to organize your regimen or to make it more functional. It’s important to practice this habit to form consistency and accountability to see the real-time results. Skincare products are an investment; hence you don’t want to be wasteful, right? Summary of the Skincare Journey Week 1: Skin Type and Condition Week 2: Daily Skincare Regimen Week 3: Sequence & Frequency Week 4: Sunscreen Week 5: Correct Week 6: Exfoliation Week 7: Toners This should.
Read MoreSkin Journey 101: Week 7- Toner
by Judi Moise | Advanced Facial Potocals,Beauty Tips,Skin Condition,Skin Types & Conditions
18
Aug
2021
Watch your tone One of the most neglected parts of a skincare routine is the use of toners. Toners remove residue left from make-up and debris on cleansed skin. It prepares the skin for better product penetration and balances the skin’s pH. This will help protect the skin barrier from environmental stressors. The leading active ingredient in toners is Witch Hazel. It contains beneficial properties that: Balance oil production Reduce inflammation Minimize bacteria (antimicrobial) What is Witch Hazel? Witch Hazel Hamamelis Virginiana is a small tree with golden yellow flowers found in North America. Since the early era, witch hazel is known for its healing properties for eye inflammation,.
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11
Aug
2021
Exfoliation What is exfoliation exactly and what are the benefits? Exfoliation is a process to remove the outer layer of dead skin and reveal healthy skin. A factor that may be causing breakouts is your Cell Renewal Factor (CRF) or Cell Turnover Rate. CRF decreases as you mature in age. The average CRF in adults 30-40 is about 30-45 days. Babies and young children’s CRF are twice as fast as adults, hence their blemish-free, glowing skin. The more time it takes to create new skin, the more prone your skin is to clogged pores. Exfoliation is needed to remove accumulated dead skin, nourishing new skin cells, and achieve fewer breakouts.
Read MoreSkincare Journey 101- Week 5: Correct
by Judi Moise | My Skin Care Regimen,Skin Care Products,Skin Types & Conditions
04
Aug
2021
Correct The secret to effective skincare is knowing what active ingredients are effective. Vitamin A is essential to achieve, as I call it, the ACE Face (Vitamins A, C & E). These vitamins serve to exfoliate, rejuvenate, and restore the skin. A great addition to investing for post-care of fillers and neuromodulators. Correcting the skin condition will result in improved skin wellness, long term. The Rave on Retinoid Retinoid is an umbrella term to describe all forms of Vitamin A. It comes both naturally and synthetically produced derivatives. Retinoids have been in the dermatology game for more than 70 years. Retinoids are very well known to influence a variety of.
Read MoreSkincare Journey 101: Week 4- Protect
by Judi Moise | Rosacea,Skin Care Products,UV Rays & Sunscreen
28
Jul
2021
Johnson & Johnson has recently recalled their sunscreen due to a cancer-causing carcinogen ingredient called benzene. This ingredient is found in Neutrogena and Aveeno aerosol sunscreen. How did benzene get into the sunscreen? Benzene was not listed as an ingredient. It’s suspected to be a byproduct that was created during either the manufacturing process or the breakdown of the chemical ingredients. The FDA does not require companies to test ingredients for contaminants, nor does it require testing for such chemicals at a finished product stage. It’s important to understand that the difference between chemical vs. physical sunscreen. The chemical-based sunscreen is absorbed by the skin, creating a chemical barrier to.
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14
Jul
2021
Skincare Journey 101: Sequence & Frequency How did you do last week on your skincare routine? If you’re missing a product. we could discuss recommendations If you’re ahead of the journey, let’s discuss product integrity Additionally, make sure your products are not expired. There are two (2) dates to consider determining Shelf Life: Expiration Date (usually printed on the bottle) Period After Opening (PAO). Usually labeled with a number and “M” for month Example: 6M= 6 Months from when product is open Expired products will reduce the Effectiveness (adequate to accomplish intended purpose BEFORE expiration date) and/or Efficacy (expected result under ideal circumstance WITHIN Period After Opening). If the expired.
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07
Jul
2021
Skincare Journey 101: Daily Skincare Regimen Did you identify your skin type? It’s important to know your skin type so the right products are being used to correct and maintain your skin. The basic way to identify your skin type is by the pore size. Let’s compare your findings by doing a mini-skin analysis. Take a mirror. A magnifying one is best. Compare the pore size on your nose to the cheeks. If the pore size on your nose is bigger, then you may have combo/oily skin If the pore size stays the same, you may have normal/dry skin Again, this is a mini skin analysis. Share this information with.
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29
Jun
2021
The most frequented asked question from my clients is my skincare regimen. The benefits of a regimen is to keep the collagen and elastin as active as possible while nourishing the skin with active ingredients. Stimulating the skin will assist in better product absorption and producing new skin cells, while exfoliating dead ones. Lights, camera, action with both personal and professional video calls. New and current clients are telling me the comments their colleagues are making. “You look tired’. “You look different without make-up on”. Minimalizing their hair, skin and wardrobe routine is making clients more aware of their self-image. I know we’ve been out of routine, but what better.
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09
Apr
2020
The Hyaluronic Acid Hype No, it’s not hype. It’s actually one of the best ingredients for your skin. Super hydrating. Very powerful. The only instant gratification I approve of… in skin care of course. Hyaluronic acid: (HA) naturally occurring biodegradable polymer primarily found in connective tissue and in eyes. On the skin, HA acts as a reservoir of hydration. HA binds water 1000 times its weight, hydrating all layers of the skin. The reason it’s an acid is because of its pH to nurture the live skin. It helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by retaining moisture and restoring the hydrobalance of the skin. HA also.
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