The many beauty uses of Aquaphor – and why this esthetician thinks it’s a must-have. There’s one product I’m always recommending to my clientele that elicits surprised reactions almost every time: plain ole over-the-counter Aquaphor (or a generic knock-off which is even cheaper). Yes, I know: As an esthetician, I am supposed to market nothing […]
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Blackheads? Maybe Not.
Those little dark dots on your nose may not be blackheads. Let’s take a look! More than lines and wrinkles, more than spots and poor texture – more than dry, oily, sensitive and any combination of complaints I may hear, “I have blackheads” is THE number 1 complaint I hear in the studio. It seems […]
Gelatin for Better Skin
Learn How Gelatin Can Improve Your Skin Although most of us think of jiggly, colorful bowls of sugary Jello when we think of gelatin, after reading this article, you’ll have an entirely new outlook on gelatin and why you may want to supplement with it for healthier, more vibrant skin. Gelatin is type of protein […]
The Best Foot File – Ever!
Get better feet – fast. We’re quickly moving towards the spring season, and I know some of you will be ready to get a jump start on spring-ready feet. If you have spent a bazillion dollars on every crazy gadget that promises to give you softer paws, life will change for you after […]
The Quickest Fix for Dry, Cracked Hands and Feet
Learn how to quickly repair severely dry and cracked hands and feet with this simple, affordable product. I have been blessed with pretty good skin – on my face. But like many others, I struggle with maintaining healthy, hydrated skin on my hands and feet. Due to the nature of my work, I wash my […]
Strawberries for Better Skin: A Little Berry with Big Benefits!
Strawberries may be small, but don’t doubt their ability to provide great benefits to your skin. Here in Tennessee, we’re getting closer and closer to strawberry season. This excites me for a number of reasons, not the least of which is homemade strawberry shortcake. I love the taste of fresh strawberries, and I enjoy cooking, […]
Benefits of Dark Chocolate in Skin Care
Despite being given a bad reputation by the diet industry, chocolate is actually a wonderful gift from nature. Now, when I say chocolate, I’m referring to the main ingredient used in what we know as chocolate, and that is cacao. Rumors that chocolate causes “bad skin” or breakouts are probably more tied up in the […]
Why Pumpkin Makes for a Great Facial Ingredient
As the seasons change, I enjoy featuring skin care treatments and facial services that highlight seasonal ingredients. Those seasonal and festive ingredients we love to eat and smell are often great for the skin too. Such is the case with the very multi-faceted pumpkin. This fall, I am featuring an indulgent and aromatic Pumpkin Spice […]
How a Silk Pillowcase Can Help Your Skin!
As a skin care professional, one of my professional obligations is to maintain the appearance of my own skin. So, over the years, I have tried a myriad of lotions, potions, creams, and assorted tools all in efforts of finding a handful of the best products to provide to guests in my skin care studio. […]
Summer Skin Care Tips
Check out these tips to learn how to keep your skin healthy, clarified, and vibrant all summer long. Don’t over-cleanse. Though you may be tempted to use aggressive cleansers through the summer when oil production increases and pores expand, there is no need to attack your skin with heavy hitting cleansers. Cleansing should […]
Silica and Your Skin: A New Best Friend?
Lately I’ve been reading a lot of information pointing to silica as a key player in skin health – especially elasticity. Ah, skin elasticity – one of the most difficult skin care concerns we skin therapists deal with. Honestly, it’s just downright difficult to take sagging, hanging skin and significantly […]
Winterize Your Skin
Winter is THE time of year for massive dehydration of the skin. Follow these simple tips to help your skin stay radiant all winter long! Foamy cleansers may strip your skin too much during the winter. Try switching to a creamy cleanser during winter. Creamy cleansers actually cleanse the skin beautifully but don’t strip precious moisture! If you’re on […]