Incorporating facial gua sha massage into your skincare routine at home can be so beneficial for anti-aging, treating puffiness, and overall skin radiance. Using your gua sha stone/tool correctly is key to getting the best results from your at-home facial massage treatments. Let’s go over the most important gua sha basics so you can get started! At the end of this blog post, there is a video that will go over all of these tips.
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 MoreWelcome to a walk-through of a facial at my skincare studio! One of the most important things I have learned throughout my 10+ years working as an esthetician is that in order to get the best results from a facial treatment the facial must be detailed and customized to your personal skin care needs. Even the most basic facial can be fine-tuned and customized to address any current problems or concerns in the skin and help rejuvenate it with the correct products.
Read MoreHave you ever felt like you needed to get your skin in check, and fast? We’ve all been there! Sometimes it’s an event that seems to have arrived too soon, an impromptu photoshoot/professional photo, or a last-minute invite to something that leaves us looking for ways to get our skin at its most radiant so we are ready to be seen and photographed. These are a few esthetic facial treatments that can help improve your skin the week of or even the day of your photos or event.
Read MoreYou may have the perfect products in your skincare routine but if you don’t apply them in the right order or at the right times you aren’t getting the most benefit! Here I’m going over all the details of the correct order to layer your skincare and what products to use AM and PM. I also linked some helpful blog posts at the end for those that still need some guidance for their at-home skincare routine. Enjoy!
Read MoreGiving skincare advice is one of my favorite things to do as an esthetician. When I ask my clients what their #1 skincare goal is so many say “A clear complexion!”. Here are some of my top tips that apply to every skin type for a clear, radiant complexion.
Read MoreBlue light and HEV light rays emitting from our phones, computers, and tablets are degrading the health of both our skin and eyes. Here is a list of 7 products that help shield our skin and/or eyes from these damaging light rays. Read to find out which products are my favorite and which blue light blocking glasses are most helpful.
Read MoreWith an influx of products and accessories to block the blue light rays that emit from these devices, it’s obvious that there is some damage being done from spending so much time in front of our screens. Being an esthetician and concerned about the health of my own skin as well as my clients’ I set out to research how this extra screen time is affecting our skin.
Read MoreAt-home facial steaming a few times a month has great benefits for your skin and relaxation benefits as well. There are a few different skin steaming machines you can purchase online, one of which I mention in my “Esthetician Recommended Facial Tools” blog post. BUT, did you know you most likely already have everything you need at home for a spa-like facial steam session?
Read MoreEveryone is talking about their best way of getting immediately glowing and hydrated skin, a Hydrafacial! From my own skin treatment experience, some research, and listening to others’ testimonials I do agree that a Hydrafacial is a great way to get a fresh face + hydrated glow BUT I have a special facial treatment protocol that in my opinion gives even better results.
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 MoreThis year holiday celebrations, friendly hangouts, work meetings, and even first dates have gone virtual! These skin and makeup tips will have you looking bright, fresh, and radiant so when you pop onto your video chat you’ll look your absolute best.
Read MoreSome look great rocking facial hair but others (like myself) would rather our faces be hair-free! Facial hair removal is a common and popular service at spas and med-spas, some people opt to do their own hair removal at home. I’m going to go over all the different options there are if you’re wanting to remove unwanted hair on your face or neck.
Read MoreIf you haven't already noticed, scrub me™ loves bar soap! We make our soaps with rich oils and plant-based ingredients that help skin be at its healthiest. There are lots of options out on the market and unless you're a skincare expert it's hard to tell what's best for you. Not all soaps are created equal.
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