When 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💧 👀

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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.

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Face 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.

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It’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?

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Let’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.

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I 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.

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I 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!

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What 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.

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Ready 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.

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What Is Skinimalism?

Skinimalism 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.

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If 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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If you know me, you know the main part of my business is my esthetic services. Most of my time is spent working with facial clients and performing face and body treatments and custom facial massage. I also take time to educate myself further on facial treatments, skincare, and facial massage.

What you might not know is that I have a passion for making skincare with purposeful ingredients, and I’ve been making skincare items for about 15 years! scrub me skin care items are made by my family and myself. I create all the recipes as well. My goal? To make high-quality skincare items with minimal ingredients derived from the earth. Here is my story behind my skincare making 🧡

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Discover 10 hydrating creams packed with peptides and antioxidants to support firm, healthy skin. These face and body picks help nourish, protect, and improve skin texture naturally. We all need to use a moisturizer, so let’s choose one with ingredients that give our skin many benefits!

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As an esthetician, I hear these questions all the time:
❓ “At what age should I start using this serum?”
❓ “How young is too young for a facial?”
❓ “Does my teen need a skincare routine?”
❓ “I just turned 30—should I be switching things up?”
❓ “I’m 50… why am I still dealing with acne?!”

In this blog, I’ll answer those questions while I walk you through what skincare products and goals to focus on at different stages of life. Of course, everyone’s skin is unique, so this isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach—but it’s a great guide to help you understand what to expect and how to care for your skin at any age!

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Your skin deserves the best care, and finding a new esthetician can feel nerve-wracking. Right now, I’m in the process of relocating my skincare studio from Chicago to Colorado, and I feel for my skincare clients because I know it can be hard to find a beauty practitioner you really connect with and feel good about spending your money with. Will your new esthetician understand your skin like your previous esthetician did? Will the facial be worth it? Will you get the same results?

The good news is that there are a few simple steps you can take to make sure your experience is smooth and beneficial. Plus, I’m sharing pro tips to keep your skin glowing between facials!

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