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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Stretch Your Dollars: Don’t Overuse Your Products!
Use these simple tips to get the most out of your skin care purchases! Ask any of my guests at The Lantern Skin Studio how I tell them to use their products, and they’ll tell you I’m very clear about using small amounts. Quality skin care products sold in spas, salons, and doctor’s offices are […]
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 […]