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Acne is mostly caused by sebum (oil) and dead skin cells clogging the pores. Mix that with some bacteria and that’s what causes infection and severe acne (grade 4 aka...

Time is of the essence when it comes to skincare. More people claim time is the challenge that gets in their way most often when it comes to consistency with a...

Everyone wants that one magic product that does it all, but I'm here to tell you, that's just not real. I'm going to be honest, but then again - when...

One of the things I hear often is that people think that partaking in skincare is part of a relaxation ritual more than a regular routine. However, skincare is a necessity...

Fall is in the air. And you know what that means... Pumpkins, special coffees, boots and cozy sweaters and a change for your skincare routine. Our skin changes from season...

It seems that almost every time I turn around, a client is telling me how they use a face oil to hydrate their skin and combat anti-aging. I'm not sure...

Our skin has very different needs from season to season. We should change our skincare products like we change our outfits, but when I'm speaking with clients this is often...

Lots of us are privy to the fact that when it comes to our bodies, sugar is a straight-up villain.      While sugar may bring a quick rush of pleasure,...

What do you see when you think of the holy grail of skincare? Do you imagine a plethora of beautiful glass bottles full of ingredients made to ensure clear skin,...

One topic in the skincare world that is full of misinformation is silicone.  A variety of silicones make up a large group of really versatile ingredients in the cosmetic chemistry world. ...

It can be a bummer to deal with a damaged skin barrier. Your skin can feel dry and flaky . You'll also find it's more prone to inflammation, irritation, redness, (thinking...

You'll hear me talk about the skin's barrier often.  Why? Because: 1. The skin's barrier function is super fascinating to me - hello! I'm a skin science nerd, but also...