The skin is the body's biggest organ. Its main goal is to protect our bodies from external threats, chemicals, and environmental damage. Over time, you probably won't see the battle on your arm, chest, or legs. But you will see...
Is a chemical peel good for acne? If you've had acne before or have it right now, you understand how difficult it can be to get rid of those pesky bumps, blackheads, and whiteheads on your face. Acne is the most...
If there were a magic pill to get smooth, flawless skin, we would take it. This wish is often due the years of photodamage, dirt, acne, and other countless reasons. Until the time comes when we can indeed take a...
Can people with dark skin even get chemical peels? A friend, family member, or even your dermatologist may recommend a chemical peel to clear up a troublesome skin condition. Chemical peels are cosmetic treatments that are applied to the face and...
Are you one of the 1%? According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) Association, “acne is the most common skin condition in the United States.” We all get it at some point, and there is about a 90% possibility that a teenager will...
Everyone has seen or known someone with envy-worthy skin. It glows and radiates youth and beauty in the most effortless way possible, and all you know is yours doesn't look like that, but you'll do whatever it takes to get...
Face masks have become part of our essentials in this new normal. As states and cities slowly ease their stay-at-home restrictions, people have been excited to go out and see the world again. But they have to keep their mask...
Retinols and retinoids are some of the most widely researched agents in skincare. They are used for a variety of conditions. These including acne, wrinkles, fine lines, discoloration and sagging skin. Here we have a brief “all you need to...
In the past few decades, injectables have gained massive popularity. Among the injectables, Botulinum toxin Type A (commonly known as Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau or Xeomin) and dermal fillers (like Restylane, Juvederm, Belotero) are winning the top spots. In 2015, the...
Today, we just want to look more youthful and radiant. However, maintaining the glow and radiance of the skin doesn’t seem so easy for some. One look in the mirror and we don’t recognize ourselves. The reason could be dull...
Does eating chocolate cause acne? Will scalp massages prevent baldness? Here we debunk the some of the most common skincare myths. Skincare Myth #1: Rubbing alcohol kills acne. Alcohol is a common ingredient in many skin care products because it dries quickly....
Growing old is inevitable, but we’re all young at heart. And we all want to look as young as we feel. Men and women around the globe have been exploring various skincare methods for younger-looking skin. Some people use a range...
Ever heard of Lunchtime Cosmetic Procedures? It’s lunchtime. That’s when we heat up our meal-prepped lunches or hit the food truck line. It’s when we’re not sure what to eat so we settle on the same thing we get all the...
When it comes to skincare, some tend to have a love-hate relationship with retinol, especially those with sensitive skin. Good thing is, there’s a new trending plant-based alternative called the bakuchiol. It is gentle, lightweight, vegan, and can also do...
Why Do I Have Oily Skin? Oily skin could be an uncomfortable condition that could wreck your self-esteem. But there's an explanation behind all that oil. Your skin is oily because the sebaceous glands are producing too much sebum. Sebaceous glands are...