What is SPF? Sun Protection Factor or SPF remains a crucial ingredient in sunscreens. SPF protects your skin from ultraviolet (UV) light damage. Two types of UV damage to the skin exist. These two types of UV are UVA and UVB. The goal of SPF products remains to protect your skin from UVA and UVB [...]
It’s that time of year again: the days are getting longer, the sun is getting stronger. But before you head out to catch some rays, don’t forget about the importance of using sunscreen, an absolute must-have when it comes to aiding in the prevention of cancer and aging. Hopefully, you’ve already been using it as [...]
Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives that come in a variety of oral and topical medications. While some may be purchased over-the-counter, more powerful versions are available from your dermatologist or aesthetician. These powerful ingredients have been around since 1971, and have since been used to address a variety of skincare concerns, from photoaging to acne. [...]
It can be an extraordinary inconvenient to have to shave your body on a daily or weekly basis. It’s something countless individuals around the world readily accept, however. If you’re fed up with dull shaving of body hair, however, positive news is on hand for you. Laser hair removal is an aesthetic procedure that’s been [...]
How to Obtain a Radiant Complexion Life is a splendid journey of celebrations and obstacles that reflects in the contours and lines of your face. The achievements and challenges you experience at work, home, and in your relationships can have a lasting effect on the quality of your skin. If you are undergoing too much [...]
Many women have some form of pigmentation on their skin, especially on their faces. This can typically results in the formation of dark spots that can vary in size from minor spotting to patches that vary in size and shape. These dark spots or patches are what is called hyperpigmentation. While it is especially common [...]
While getting some sun can give you a nice golden tan and infuse your body with much needed vitamin D, too much sun exposure can harm your skin. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can significantly increase your risks of developing skin cancer. However, taking a few safety precautions can help you better protect yourself. [...]
The skin is highly susceptible to various internal and external factors that often affect its appearance and vivacity. For example, most skin types are particularly prone to damage caused by the sun or germs. Further, skin and stress are highly interactive factors in regards to skin. Emotional and mental stresses have a significant impact [...]