C the Glow
Grab that OJ and read on! Vitamin C, also known as L-ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in some foods but also added in some cases. We can’t make our own vitamin C (unlike many animals that can), so it’s an essential component of our diet. Dietary sources of vitamin C […]
Rosy Glow Gone Rogue?
Do your cheeks look like you have blush on year-round? Do you flush easily, or have you started to get acne bumps and redness into your 30s, 40s, and 50s? Do your eyes sting or look red all the time, like you’ve been up all night reading my blogs? You are not alone—many people can’t […]
Hypochlorous Acid: The Unsung Hero of Skincare
Hypochlorous acid…Sounds kind of scary right? True. It doesn’t have an enticing name or positive vibe when you first hear it, but it’s a gem in my skincare routine. So, what is it, exactly? Well, it’s a mild acid with antimicrobial properties that played a significant role in World War I and II as an […]
Zits Happen: But is it in Your Greens or Genes?
Acne. Zits. Pimples. Pizza face. We know it all too well. Acne is the most common skin condition and affects around 50 million people in the United States. Some of us struggled with acne during our teenage years, some of us didn’t get it until after we turned 30 and some of us have dealt […]
To Tone or Not to Tone
Toners are not mandatory in a skincare regimen, but they can help remove any dirt, oil, or makeup left behind after cleansing. So why do toners even exist? Well historically, toners were used on the skin to restore the pH after cleansing. The pH balance of your skin is important for skin health. Oily skin […]
Skin Rubbing You the Wrong Way?
No one wants to talk about it, but the rub is real! Call it what you want—chub rub, friction rub, thigh fire, jogger’s nipple, but the reality is chafing is real and one of the most frustrating skin conditions to experience. Often people are embarrassed to ask about chafing because it occurs in sensitive areas […]
Do You Need a Whole Body Deoderant?
Do you need a whole-body deodorant (WBD)? The simple answer is “No.” You don’t need a WBD, but if you are concerned about body odor (BO), it can be a great option to make you smell more like spring flowers and not like you just ran a marathon. Sweating is a normal bodily function and […]
Does Natural Mean It’s Better?
We automatically get that warm fuzzy feeling when we think of the word natural. Natural things come from the earth, so they must be good, right? Actually, no! If you think about it, poison ivy is about as natural as it comes, and you wouldn’t want to rub that all over your face. Now, think […]
Nourish Your Skin From the Inside Out
I am a fervent believer that we are what we eat. And our skin is no exception. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love indulging in a bowl of ice cream or yes, making a midnight run to TB. I’m human like anyone else. However, I love how empowering it is to sip a Matcha […]
Eating Your Way to Better Skin
What happens when you’re 26 and hear the words “you have melanoma”? Leah Adams never expected a cancer diagnosis