During the cold winter months, especially for those in snowy climates, it can feel like you’re adding extra steps to your usual daily routine. Adding extra layers to your clothes. Shoveling a snowy sidewalk. Scraping frost from your car windshield. But what about your skincare routine? While everyone should re-evaluate their skincare routine from time […]
Author: Stephanie Bruce
Eczema vs Dermatitis: What’s the Difference?
Itchy skin rashes are all the same. Right? Not exactly. There is a huge variation in skin conditions with a range of symptoms, causes, and treatments. Eczema and dermatitis are perhaps the most well-known conditions, though even they are largely misunderstood by the general public. How so? For one, the two are other mistaken for […]
How to Treat and Manage Rosacea At Home
Redness, flushing, papules, and pustules. When appearing together on the face of one individual, a diagnosis of rosacea is likely. So, what is rosacea? Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes redness, and often pus-filled bumps, on the cheeks and surrounding skin. It is most commonly seen in fair-skinned, middle-aged women, though anyone can […]
Should You Exfoliate?Your Skin Type Holds the Answer
From how often you cleanse to what you use to treat acne, your skin type determines a lot of things about your skincare routine. The same can also be said about how you exfoliate, or even if you should. So why exfoliate? As our skin cells naturally turnover and shed, they can often become “stuck” […]
Top 5 Preventative Measures to Take For Your Skin
There are very few things we have control over in life, and aging is one of them. If we have to age, though, we can at least make sure we do what we can to reduce its effects on our body and skin. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and less stress are great places to […]
Eczema – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Eczema is a common skin condition, one that affects an estimated 10% of the population at some point in their lives. While the condition tends to peak during childhood, it can occur at any age and to any person regardless of skin color, race, or ethnicity. Do you think you’re suffering from eczema? This article […]
How to Find the Best Moisturizer for Your Skin Type
Moisturizers are an important component of any skincare regiment. It helps to maintain a barrier of protection that locks in your skin’s natural moisture while also protecting against environmental factors. But finding the right moisturizer for your skin type can be tricky. Skin types vary from person to person. As such, the “best” moisturizer for […]
Oatmeal Baths for Sensitive Skin: What, Why, and How
Oatmeal baths are a common recommendation for individuals with skincare conditions like eczema and psoriasis. But are oatmeal baths really beneficial? This guide will introduce the what, why, and how of oatmeal baths to make the best decision for your condition. What Is an Oatmeal Bath? An oatmeal bath is a bath that includes colloidal […]
Want Cleaner, Clearer Skin? Try These 5 Natural Skincare Ingredients
Cleaner, clearer skin seems like an unobtainable goal as a teenager and young adult. While you spent hours poring over magazine articles to learn all the greatest tips and tricks, the truth of healthy, glowing skin was always within your reach: natural ingredients. There are plenty of natural ingredients that support healthy skin. While we […]
5 Signs of Sensitive Skin (And What To Do About It)
Do you think you have sensitive skin but aren’t quite sure? Or maybe you know that you have sensitive skin, but you aren’t sure what to do about it. Below are top five signs of sensitive skin, as well as our best tips for addressing each issue so you can proactively take care of your […]
