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Itchy Skin versus Chronic Itchy Skin
An "itchy skin condition" generally refers to a skin condition that is characterized by itching as a primary symptom. Some examples of itchy skin conditions include eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. These conditions may be diagnosed by a healthcare provider after a physical examination and may require treatment with medications or other therapies.
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Pumpkin in Your Skincare Products
October 2022 Every year, come mid-September we talk about pumpkin season arriving. And every industry tries to capitalize on things with pumpkin in them. The skincare industry is no different. It’s October, so we are in full pumpkin season mode and pregaming for Halloween so I feel it’s official and totally ok to talk about […]
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5 Tips to Stop Picking Your Skin
We all pick at our skin (or at least many of us pick). Some pick even if there is nothing there to pick. We pick when stressed, tired, frustrated, or sometimes hormonal. Picking can be a symptom of maintaining control or a medical condition. As a teenager (and I guess for years into my 20s […]
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Product Review: Indie Lee Brightening Cleanser
May 20, 2021 You know by now how important I feel it is to wash your face. But, in case you are meeting me for the first time, or just stumbled across this blog by accident, I will give you the Reader’s Digest version. I believe the most important step to achieving youthful-looking, healthy, and […]
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The Many Faces of Skin Care Products (Organic | Natural | Cruelty-Free | Vegan)
April 26, 2021 I am a believer in science. On Instagram, I follow a bunch of women cosmetic scientists who love skincare and understand science. Although the chemistry of molecules often goes over my head, I do a lot of research to understand the ingredients that go into the skincare products we use. Much of […]
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My Skincare Routine
March 22, 2021 The #1 most successful step for perfect skin. DO NOT SLEEP IN YOUR MAKEUP! I hate washing my face! I know that must sound so weird coming from a licensed esthetician but it’s true. I hate spending too much time in the bathroom. I hate splashing water on my face and feeling […]
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More Than A Skincare Consultation
February 22, 2021 In my own personal experience, whether getting a facial or encountering a retail person in a store, I have felt the discomfort that comes from unwanted sales pressure. It feels as if my previous product purchases are being judged or my appearance has been insulted, or I’m being sold a product I […]
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Product Review: Paula’s Choice Cleanser
January 25, 2021 Many of you have asked me to review the products I use on myself, in my daily routine, or when trying a product to see if I would recommend it to clients. I hesitate to review products; just because I like or don’t like a particular product doesn’t mean that you will […]
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Essentials of Skincare: All About Exfoliation
It still feels like summer here in Los Angeles, so how is it possible that Starbucks is already bringing back the Pumpkin Spice Latte! Are your kids back in school? Are your lazy days at the beach or pool feeling like a distant memory? I feel ya.
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