Welcome to my “Bare Facts” blog series! This month, I decided to switch it up and trade in my wordier, more in-depth blog posts for articles that are shorter, digestible, and get straight to the “need to know” information. 💡
Circulation isn’t something we think of right away when we think of skincare. But this bodily function plays a major role in improving our skin health, clearing complexion, and helping us age gracefully.
Read MoreEnzymes and exfoliating acids are ingredients worth knowing about! When added to skincare items, these ingredients can help soften, smooth, and brighten your skin. However, if used too often, incorrectly, or if you don’t select the right ingredient for your skin, you could end up damaging your skin’s barrier and overall healthy functions. As always, I’m your skincare guru here to guide you on the best path! After this blog post, you’ll have a better idea of how to incorporate these ingredients into your skincare routine, and you’ll learn which types of enzymes and exfoliating acids are best for you. Maybe you’ll even leave with the takeaway that your skin doesn’t really need these ingredients at all💡
Read MoreSome of you are blessed with soft, smooth skin on your body that’s just naturally radiant. And others I know are like me, without proper attention and care, can experience bumps, breakouts, and/or skin sensitivity. Common texture issues on the body include keratosis pilaris, congestion/body breakouts, sensitized skin, and dry/flaking skin. What are the causes of these texture issues, and how can we fix them? That’s what I’m covering today!
Read MoreDeals are everywhere, but how do we know which ones to choose and which affordable skincare items will benefit or harm our skin? That’s why I’m here! As always, I’ll be your skincare guide and recommend products that I know contain beneficial ingredients and do not include harmful ingredients or those known to irritate your skin or cause breakouts.
This is my summer 2025 list of items under $20!
Before you read this blog, I do want to make a note that just because something is affordable doesn’t mean you have to purchase it. Take the time to think about if something truly fits into your skincare routine and if its ingredients target your specific skin and skincare goals. It’s important to be intentional about the skincare items you use; that is one of the keys to having healthy, clear, radiant skin.
Read MoreWhen you think of hydrating skincare products, what’s one of the first things that comes to mind? Were you thinking of a hyaluronic acid serum? Or maybe another hyaluronic acid product? That makes sense! Hyaluronic acid is a popular and well-known ingredient for skin hydration. And for good reason: it draws moisture to the skin and helps it retain that moisture.
But did you know hyaluronic acid isn’t the only ingredient that can hydrate your skin, add moisture, and help it look and feel more plump?
I’ve put together a list of hydrating ingredients that are excellent for softening, calming, and plumping your skin. Look out for these ingredients on your skincare label💧 👀
Colorado can be tough on our skin! Dry air, higher altitude, and harsher sun can cause our skin to be itchy, dehydrated, dry, weathered, and show signs of aging more quickly. Here is my esthetician skincare survival guide for this type of weather.
Read MoreFace massage is one of my favorite ways to naturally lift, sculpt, and rejuvenate the skin, and it’s way simpler to add into your routine than you might think! Facial massage can help you achieve beauty goals you may think are only possible with skincare products, injectables, or invasive treatments.
In this post, I’m sharing how to easily incorporate facial massage into your life, the real benefits behind each technique, and my personal tips (and secrets!) for making the process effective and enjoyable.
Read MoreIt’s time for one of my ingredient deep-dives! Magnesium is a mineral that has gained popularity in the wellness community over the past few years. You’ll find it in bath soaks, natural deodorants, topical products for muscle recovery, natural sleep aids, and dietary supplements. So what is this mineral exactly, and why is it so beneficial for our overall health?
Read MoreLet’s not let our workouts get in the way of clear, healthy skin! My two favorite things? Skincare and working out—so I’m totally in my element here. 💪✨
These 10 tips will help you prevent body breakouts, acne, sun damage, chafing, and more, so you can be confident in your skin no matter how sweaty life gets.
Read MoreI had an esthetician premonition the other day! Body care is soon going to take center stage and have just as much importance as our facial care does. This month, my scrub-me-secrets blog articles will have a body care theme, so perfect for summer, don’t you agree?
Whether you're team body butter, body oil, lotion, or serum (or all four!), here’s how to understand their benefits and build a routine that treats your body skin with the same love as your face.
Read MoreI know if you’re reading this blog post, then like me, you love caring for your skin. You’ve invested in quality skincare products, do your research about which trends are good or not, and either visit an esthetician regularly for treatments or consult a professional for skincare advice.
But sometimes, even with great skincare and treatments, you can damage your skin in ways that we wouldn’t notice or think about. In this blog, I’m listing 12 surprising habits that might be sabotaging the hard work you put into having healthy skin. Let’s shine a light on the sneaky stuff so your skin can truly thrive!
Read MoreWhat is summer 2025 all about? Choosing SPF products with ingredients that are safe for our skin and safe for our bodies to absorb. Now more than ever we have SPF options that are non-pore clogging, give us proper UV protection, use ingredients that are safer for our bodies to absorb, and contain ingredients that benefit our skin.
Read MoreReady for my money-saving tip? Receive regular facials! Now I know you’re thinking, facials can be expensive. How can visiting an esthetician for a luxury service every 4-6 weeks save me money? Isn’t that something that should be cut out when focusing on budgeting?
This service might seem like a “frivolous luxury,” but it is actually a premium part of our beauty and health routines. A trusted esthetician will be able to properly clean, treat, protect, and give you the best guidance about how to care for your skin. So while yes, a facial is a luxury service, visiting an expert esthetician regularly will give you long-lasting benefits and confidence, and this will have a trickle-down effect, causing you to spend way less money in other areas of your life.
Read MoreSkinimalism is minimalism + skincare. This means minimizing the amount of products you use in your skincare routine, as well as aiming to use items that contain fewer known harmful chemicals and additives. Skinimalism is about focusing on the quality of your products and the effectiveness of your skincare routine vs. the quantity of items and treatments.
Read MoreIf you’re like me, you love to gua sha and use other tools for facial massage. But sometimes, our facial tools aren’t available (like if you’re staying at a friend's house or on vacation), or maybe you feel like doing something simpler. I get it!
This hands-only facial massage is a quick and effective way to lift, sculpt, and refresh your face and neck—without any tools. In just under 15 minutes, you'll learn how to use your fingers, knuckles, and palms to stimulate circulation, reduce puffiness, and naturally lift/contour. Whether you’re looking to boost your glow before a big event or wind down before bed, this rejuvenating facial massage fits seamlessly into your skincare routine.
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