This is the umbrella that saved my skin today.
I had to walk a long time in the sun. The sun was brutally intense, and there was no shade anywhere.
I carried this UV umbrella to keep my face and neck out of the sun. It kept my body […]
Do you know what’s in your sunscreen? The ingredients matter. Your level of protection and comfort will depend on them.
ZINC OXIDE is a mineral sunscreen ingredient. It is also added to other skincare products because of its anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
If you […]
Did you know – SPF isn’t just for skincare and makeup. Clothing and accessories can have ‘spf’ protection. It’s called UPF fabric. Think of it as sunscreen for fabric.
The fabrics are treated by UVR absorbers (built-in UVB +UVA protection). They […]
Are you protecting your skin from the summer sun? Sunscreen – check. Sunglasses – check. Hat – check. You’re good to go!
To me, the #1 most important thing for skin is sunscreen. So important that when I started this site, the first thing I […]
A Zinc Oxide sunscreen comparison. These are some sunscreens that I have shown recently.
ZO = Zinc Oxide, TD = Titanium Dioxide
The percentages are the amount of ZO in the sunscreen.
Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide are mineral UV […]
I can’t believe it, it’s snowing again! Winter just won’t go away this year.
Did you know that snow reflects UV rays? As much as 80%. (Sand and pavement reflect UV too.) The rays reflect into your face and neck.
So […]
Have you ever wondered if there are ways to improve your skin without having to apply products, take medications, or eat (not eat) certain foods? Well, there are!
It’s called light therapy. The concept is simple. Different colors of light are directed at skin. The light energies have beneficial effects […]
Why does skin come in different colors? Why does skin tan in the sun? What makes us get sun spots?
The answer is Melanin, the pigment responsible for our skin color and spots.
Today I will briefly explain the pigmentation process to you. Remember in my last […]
It’s a good time to review aging before I move on to my next topic (acne). Here is a summary of the most important things to know. I have condensed the Anti Aging Guide (so far) into 1 page.
I hope that it gives you a […]