Many of my clients would like a simple routine with the least amount of steps possible, which I’m sure many of you feel the same, and that is entirely understandable considering the busy lives we live. The problem is that this can lead to using a cleanser and a moisturizer both morning and night and calling it good. Unfortunately, our skin has different needs in the morning versus at night so I want to provide some reasoning why you should have a few separate products that you use either in your morning or night routine.

Eye creams are a controversial topic in skincare. Being an esthetician, I get questions ranging from “do I have to use an eye cream?” to “what is the best eye cream for dark circles?” as well as “do I really have to use an eye cream?” I want to provide some clarity around this topic and present if it is worth it to buy an eye cream, as well as when you can probably skip eye cream.

Almost everyone has heard of AHA’s and BHA’s, hydroxy acids are widely used for chemical exfoliation and addressing a variety of skin concerns. There is a third category that is less known and maybe the best option for those with sensitive skin and inflammatory skin conditions.

Since rosacea-prone individuals can easily react to products, it is crucial to be mindful of what ingredients you use on your skin. As an esthetician who has worked with many clients with Rosacea, I'm here to help you find what products you can use.

Estheticians like myself, are bound to come across at least one client who has rosacea, as 1 in every 10 Americans has rosacea. I have had many clients with this skin condition and have had success with helping them to manage it, using ways that might seem unconventional. I'm here to help explain what is Rosacea and what can you do to help manage it.

BHA's have different benefits than other chemical exfoliants out there. I'm here to break down each acid and help you identify which product is best for your skin type and concerns.

To piggyback off of our last blog Hydroxy Acids Explained I will be going into depth on Alpha hydroxy acids. If you have read the previous blog you know that hydroxy acids are wonderful for chemical exfoliation and offer a variety of other benefits depending on which works best for your skin. AHA’s are some of my favorite acids and there is a variety to choose from.

You may have been told that incorporating AHA’s and BHA’s in your skincare routine is the best way to achieve chemical exfoliation, and this is true. However, do you truly know what AHA’s and BHA’s are, and the difference between the two? Have you ever heard of PHA’s?

There are two types of chemical exfoliators: AHA's and BHA's. We will break down the different types of chemical exfoliators and which exfoliator is best for your skin type.

Do you have blackheads? Do you know do you treat blackheads? We are here to help you identify if you have blackheads and skincare tips on how to treat clogged pores and those pesky blackheads.

Light therapy, cleansing tools, microcurrent, extracting, and dermaplaning are all facial tools that can help address specific skin concerns. As an esthetician, I'm here to explain the difference and what you may want to incorporate into your skincare routine.

Feeling confident in our skin doesn't always come naturally, with or without makeup. I'm here to remind you just how beautiful you really are!

Acne can be caused by so many things and one major trigger for acne is hormones. Whether it is hormonal changes or imbalances they can have a major influence on our skin. I want to share some tips around understanding and improving acne triggered by hormones.

Building a beginner skincare regimen isn't as daunting as you would think. Whether you are a man or woman who has refused to engage in skincare until you have started seeing skin concerns pop up, a teen ready to start exploring the skincare world or anyone in between, this blog is meant to help you build a basic skincare routine to give you healthy skin that you feel confident in.

Toners are one of the most controversial steps in skincare; many will argue that toners are unnecessary. As a licensed esthetician I want to share with you why a toner should be an essential component of your skincare routine, the benefits of using a toner, and which toner may work best for your skin.

Vitamin A or Retinoids have long held the title of the best ingredient for anti-aging. This is true, it is extremely effective in treating the aging of the skin caused by both chronological aging and photo-aging. They are also known for causing skin irritation, which has scared many away from using it, despite its vast benefits. We hope to provide more clarity around what product would be best for you.

The clean beauty movement is on the rise. Consumers are jumping on board to avoid chemical ingredients that may cause harm to their skin or body and opt for natural products instead. The issue is that the terms ‘natural’ or ‘non-toxic’ are not regulated. Products claiming they are natural or non-toxic may very well contain irritating ingredients, even if those ingredients are indeed natural.

Where you live, what your skin type is, and the changing seasons can all play a role on your skin and what skincare you are using. It can be overwhelming to decide what you should be doing for your skin, and we are here to break that down for you!

Massaging the face has so many benefits ranging from improved circulation, anti-aging, de-puffing, lymphatic drainage, and more. I am sure most of you don’t have time to give yourself a full-on facial massage that you would receive in a relaxing facial treatment, but there are some of the ways you can incorporate facial massage into your daily skincare routine at home.

Melasma is a hypermelanotic skin disorder that occurs mainly in women and mainly on the face. Melasma is identified by dark hyper-pigmented spots or blotches on the skin. We will learn about the causes of melasma, as well as at-home skincare or in-office treatments that you can incorporate to address those stubborn dark spots.