Complexion Perfection
Do you ever wake up feeling on top of the world, look in the mirror, and think, “WOW!! My skin looks AMAZING!!” BEST. FEELING. EVER!! Wouldn’t you agree?! I wish this for everyone. From personal experience, I know how debilitating skin problems can be. In my early 20’s, I dealt with painful cystic acne that kept […]
Skin Perfection Series: The Lipid Barrier
Did you know that lipid barrier function is perhaps one of the most important aspects of skin health and aging? As our skin’s first line of defense against the outside world, the lipid barrier is the outer layer of skin and is also known as the Stratum Corneum (CF). It is a protective, waterproof shield […]
The Sunscreen Debate
It’s hard to believe we’re already midsummer and oh man is the heat on! ln addition to being a top source of Vitamin D3 needed for balanced hormones, a strong immune system, brain, bones and teeth, sunshine has an energizing and uplifting effect on our soul. So how can we reap the benefits of these […]
How Scalp Care Helps Promote a Youthful Face
It’s a very exciting time in the skincare industry. Slowing the hands of time is of great interest to many, and with modern advancements in technology and ingredients, anti-aging strategies can preserve the youth and vitality of our skin for many years to come. Currently, the hottest topic in the anti-aging industry is PREVENTION. Turns […]
Youth Preserving Elixir
Combat Seasonal Dryness
As the cooler weather is upon us, we need to amp up our skincare routine to protect against chronic dryness and flaking. As with all skin conditions, dryness needs to be addressed both internally and externally. Here’s a few of my personal strategies for dry, sensitive skin and to combat seasonal dryness 🌲 🍁 Don’t […]
Blue Light, Inflammation and Aging
When your skin is healthy, it’s naturally balanced on the inside and glowing on the outside. But every day this natural balance is challenged by environmental and internal stressors. In fact, factors inherent to an urban lifestyle (pollution, stress, lack of sleep, demanding jobs, exposure to blue light, and poor diet) can lead to skin […]
Pollution and Epigenetics
Have you ever heard a story of 2 twin siblings separated at birth that meet later in life and look completely different from one another? This phenomenon can be explained by epigenetics. The genes we inherit from our parents hold the instructions for building all our body parts and contain lots of information that make […]
Safeguarding Your Skin: Unveiling the Power of Sunscreen
It’s hard to believe we’re already midsummer and oh man is the heat on! 😅 Sunshine is a top source of Vitamin D3 needed for balanced hormones, a strong immune system, brain, bones and teeth, as well as has energizing and uplifting effect on our soul. So how can we reap the benefits of these […]
You’re NEVER too old to start
Just as the sun rises every morning, introducing a fresh start, remember – you, too, are never too old to begin anew. This is a gentle reminder that the magic of starting fresh knows no age limit. After two transformative decades in the holistic skincare, I am excited to share my insights and hopefully, ignite […]