Can eye cream make skin more dry? A friend asked me this question recently. She started using a new eye cream that made the skin around her eyes dry, and she didn’t understand why it would do that instead of moisturizing it.
It’s a very good question, and a good opportunity for me […]
I hope you’re enjoying your final weekend of summer! I’m relaxing by the pool. (This is not mine, but I love this one because it blends in with nature! ?)
I’m sure you already know that you should shower after you get out of the pool. But if you’re like me, […]
Skin pH is an important number in skincare. The pH of skin is about 5.5. This is an average, but it can range from 4.5-6 depending on your skin chemistry and what products you are using. A pH of 5.5 is SLIGHTLY ACIDIC. The acidity protects your skin from […]
My skin was/is dry as a bone. This thing here saved my skin last night. Sometimes, no amount of skincare will keep it from getting dry. This is when a humidifier can help A LOT.
With the weather being so cold, and the indoor heat set on […]
So your skin feels dry. Tight. Itchy. Flaky. Cracked. You moisturize your skin, but your skin feels dry an hour later? Winter weather will do that. Anytime there’s low humidity or harsh winds, the skin takes a beating.
Know if you’re dry or dehydrated? They have similar symptoms but different causes.
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Start off the week well-hydrated! What percent of our body is water? ANSWER: C). 70%.
70% is huge! Your body is mostly made of water. That’s why it’s so important to put water back in it throughout the day.
Vital organs get water first. Skin last. So if you’re […]
One of my Facebook followers requested a post about the first signs of aging. She’s in her early 30’s and starting to see wrinkles. Her burning question is, what can she do to prevent further aging and turn back the clock as much as possible?
Well! That is certainly a great question! And I suspect […]
Is your skin still dry after moisturizing? Try this simple hydration tip – add 1-2 drops of oil to your moisturizer. Mix on your fingers, then apply to face.
Oils are great for skin – they make skin soft and strong. And they soothe and heal. All skin types can benefit […]
This picture is sobering, isn’t it? Hopefully you don’t live near a place with this kind of view 🙁
I was inspired to write this article by an American friend who works in Beijing and recently asked me for advice. His skin is suffering from the pollution there, and he needs […]