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Essentials of Skincare: What does SPF mean?
Tips to Stay Protected For everyone, re-application is key to preventing damage to your skin. Use the “reapply every 2 hours” rule of thumb. That is how long manufacturers “guarantee” the product stays active to get the right amount of sun protection. Apply liberally, don’t skimp. Whether you are using a lotion, cream or spray, […]
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Essentials of Skincare: Sunscreen
“You look great for your age!” I hear that lovely (albeit slightly backhanded) compliment often. I usually laugh off the idea by saying well I don’t have kids, which secretly means I have less stress and more sleep. But the truth is, I USE SUNSCREEN. Everyday. Even if I never plan to go outside. […]
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Essentials of Skincare: Exfoliation Explained
We know that cleansing the skin is the most important building block to achieve healthy youthful glowing skin. Wait, you don’t know that? Well, read all about it here in Essentials of Skincare: Skincare Foundations. Then we upped our game by adding a serum in Essentials of Skincare: Using a Serum. We also learned some […]
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Essentials of Skincare: Using a Serum
Ok, so you’ve tackled the basics of skincare, THE Essentials you should be doing every day for healthy glowing skin…as a reminder they are: Cleanse, Hydrate, and Protect. Now that you have the basics down: How does it feel? Do you feel like you have your skincare routine under control? Have you been washing […]
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Essentials of Skincare: Skincare Foundations
It’s never too late to start using the essentials of skincare! A lot of my clients tell me they didn’t start caring for their skin until they were in their late 30s. I certainly didn’t. Prior to my career change into skincare, I worked in the film industry from my mid-20s to mid-30s. I […]
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Why Is It Important to Get a Facial?
I am a licensed esthetician. Or if it’s easier to pronounce, a facialist (it’s certainly easier to spell). So obviously, I would think it’s important to get a facial. And, of course it is!!! But, do you know why it is important to get facials? I know you can wash your own face… but do you wash your own face?
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The Great Product Purge of 2019: how to simplify your skincare
New Year, New YOU! Even though New Year’s Day may not fall on a Monday, to me it is the ultimate Monday! The air practically vibrates with change! What I love most about New Year’s is being able to reflect back on the last year, creating New Year’s resolutions, and looking forward to what the […]
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Let’s Talk…Sheet Masks.
March 30, 2018 Now if you are like me spending extra time in the bathroom doing “skincare” is the last thing you want to do with your time. I want skincare to be fast, easy and successful. Seriously… is that too much to ask? I say…not. When I started as an esthetician 10 years ago […]
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It’s Pumpkin Facial Season.
It’s finally pumpkin season! Pumpkin in your latte, pumpkin in your bread, pumpkin heads on your porch… Pumpkin on your FACE! If you are a “fair weather” facial getter, the time is NOW to book your facial. Especially since it’s pumpkin season! Did you know that pumpkin is an amazing way to get those funky, […]
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