The internet blew up this week when Olympic swimmer, Michael Phelps was seen sporting circular bruises at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio. The spots are from a popular physical therapy called cupping. Celebrities, including Jennifer Aniston and Gwyneth Paltrow, have been spotted (hee hee) with the round telltale marks,...
One of the biggest trends in beauty right now is the ultra-natural look of “no makeup makeup.” There are over 606,000 #naturalmakeup photos on Instagram, and there’s an unending and ever growing library of "natural makeup look" tutorials on Youtube and Pinterest. Many of us are also embracing the #nomakeupmondays...
As a skincare professional, people often ask me what are the top products that I can’t live without. We all have those items in our regimen that we cling to with unflinching loyalty, and will not compromise. If you're a loyalist, you’re not alone. Euromonitor International revealed results from a...
Ah, sleep. Remember the last time you got a good night’s rest? It’s such a magical feeling, as if singing cartoon birds are going to swoop in through your bedroom window to help dress you. Or can you even remember the last time you felt rested? Sleep is so important...
As a skincare professional, I’m often asked, “What does a toner do? Do I really need to use it?”. What does face toner do? What a great question! Toner is a great step to add to your skincare routine to maintain clear and healthy skin. Traditionally, toners were used to...
Congratulations, new mama! You’ve just welcomed a beautiful little one into your life, and while the joy of motherhood is immense, you might be feeling something else creeping in—something that makes you feel like you’ve aged a decade overnight. If you’ve looked in the mirror and thought, “Who is that...
Ah, water! The source of life, hydration, and... skin drama? Yes, folks, the type of water you use can actually impact your skin. You might have heard the debates about hard water versus soft water, with some swearing by the benefits of soft water while others stick to their hard...
It was bound to happen. Yousee a picture of yourself smiling in a group photo, when you spot them. You tell yourself, “No, this can’t be happening. Not to me, I’m too young. I still have years ahead of me.” Then you zoom in, and horror descends over you as...
We’re right in the middle of "June gloom" here in Southern California . But, soon the cloud cover will burn off and the sun will shine, ushering one of my favorite times of the year. As a skincare professional, sunscreen is a daily part of my life (yes, even on...
It's summer! Hurray! There's something about warm summer days, backyard BBQ's, and family time at the beach or pool that make summer the best season of all. Summer is a time to relax and enjoy life a bit more. A time to lighten up in everything from the clothes we...
