Let’s get really specific today and focus on a specific area of the face that very commonly has issues. Our cheeks! For so many people, the cheek area of the face can get red, sensitive, & have small bumps, or break out without warning. So if this is happening to your skin, don’t feel alone because it’s super common.
Read MoreThink about the results we ideally want from a facial. What are some words that come to mind? Clear skin, healthy skin, glowing face, soft skin? All of these are things that come to mind for me when I think about regular facial visits to your trusted esthetician. I think I can speak for all of us when I say we hope to leave a facial feeling amazing about our renewed skin. Unfortunately, a positive facial experience isn’t something that happens for everyone; sometimes you can leave a facial feeling bummed that your skin didn’t get the care/treatment you had wanted or hoped for. I’m giving you my best tips and esthetician info for getting the best facial possible and finding an esthetician that can be your teammate for achieving better skin!
Read MoreDuring this season a lot of us are looking for ways to feel nourished and hydrated instead of uncomfortable and dry. Scrub me has a 3 step process to make defeating dry skin easy!
Read MoreIn recent years so many of us have become more aware of what ingredients are in the skincare we buy and what ingredients we should be avoiding. Fragrance or perfume is up at the top of the list of ingredients to avoid in skincare, especially facial care. But, sometimes I see some confusion about the difference between fragrance and essential oil and what’s good or bad for your skin. Let’s break it down!
Read MoreDry skin lacks the proper oils and barrier health that keeps it soft, smooth, and healthy feeling. With the proper care, you can help the skin on your face and body retain moisture all year round! Here are my best tips and product suggestions for dry skin.
Read MoreAbout a decade ago I only thought of facial massage as a method for relaxation; I soon began to learn through esthetics training and research that facial massage could detoxify, lift, contour, and bring new life into our skin. I’ve been obsessed with various kinds of facial massage for years but it wasn’t until about two years ago that I became aware of gua sha. The more I read about facial gua sha and looked at these amazing before and after photos of people that have received treatments I knew I had to learn more about it.
Read MoreCurrent global situations have us all spending a lot more time at home for the month of March. Doing things that are both relaxing and productive seems like the best way to stay sane and contribute to our overall wellness. I think a great way to do that is to dedicate some extra time to make your at-home skincare routine the best it can be! I’m breaking this blog post up into sections depending on skin type so I can really get specific on what types of products are best for you specifically. Let’s get started!
Read MoreToday, with the new COVID-19 pandemic I thought it would be a great time to republish this blog all about how to best take care of the skin on your hands. I focused on why our hands can get off-balance from a lot of washing and my best tips to keep the skin soft and healthy.
Read MoreI thought a blog answering some of the questions I get asked most as an esthetician would be a perfect way to wrap up 2019. Getting to answer your skin and product questions is probably one of the favorite parts of my job. You can truly never ask me too many skincare related questions, and if I don’t know the answer I will go do my research and find it for you. Knowing how your skin functions and what treatments & products are best to treat it is a really important part of maintaining healthy, radiant skin.
Read MoreWhile the main goal of skin care is to make sure our skin is in its healthiest state it’s also important to a lot of us to keep our skin looking youthful. Sagging and lines tend to make our skin a bit dull or tired-looking; we want our faces to look fresh, firm, and bright! Today we are teaching you our philosophy on anti-aging. For our anti-aging methods, we avoid injectables like botox/fillers and focus more on maintaining the health of the lymphatic system, skin tissues, collagen, & elastin. We also have some product tips on what we’ve found best to preserve your youthful-looking skin.
Read MoreCrow’s feet, forehead wrinkles, necklines, jowling, aging...make it stop! Aging is something that, unfortunately, we cannot stop from happening. While we cannot fully stop this process there are a lot of things we can do to slow it down. We can prevent deep lines, wrinkles, jowls, and stay looking younger longer! Having a great skincare routine at home is just one piece to the puzzle.
Read MoreA great sunless tan can make you feel amazing! A healthy, sun-kissed glow that leaves others thinking “is that a real tan?” is what we’re trying to achieve when applying a tanning solution. An ideal sunless tan should look even all over, be a color that compliments your skin tone, have a pleasant smell, and last at least 5 days. Over the years we’ve gained a ton of knowledge on the topic of sunless tans and we’re ready to share our tips. Get ready to glow!
Read MoreSkincare is IN and we’re totally excited about that! With so many treatment options, new skincare products, and facial videos out there it can be hard to decipher what’s best for you. We are firm believers that receiving periodic facial treatments from a well trained esthetician is a big part of keeping skin healthy and radiant. Seeking help from a skin care professional can sometimes be intimidating if you don't know exactly what to expect. Luckily, our founder is a well-seasoned esthetician and provided us with a step by step guide to ensure you receive the most out of your skin care treatment.
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