Did you know that air pollution can hurt your skin’s health? That’s right!Your skin is a protective layer against harmful particles and chemicals in the air, which can produce free radicals and cause damage. This damage can result in early signs of aging and inflammation and even increase your risk of skin cancer. So, what…
It seems we are all bathing in blue light these days! That high-energy, short-wavelength light on the visible spectrum comes at us from all angles. We’ve got the usual suspect – the sun – but now we’ve got digital screens like smartphones, tablets, and computers joining the party. And let’s not forget those sneaky LED…
We’re giving it to you straight – your skin needs pores to maintain your natural oils, called sebum. Because of this, you can never get rid of them completely. Also, as we age, our skin undergoes changes that can contribute further to the appearance of larger pores. Your skin’s natural elasticity and firmness decrease, which…
Does your DNA play a role in skin eruptions? If you suffer from skin eruptions, you may have a DNA variation that makes you more susceptible. Suppose your skin’s microbiome (tiny little organisms that live on the surface of your skin) is imbalanced. In that case, you may experience skin conditions, including psoriasis, allergies, eczema, contact…
How can you combat the symptoms of premature aging? The multitude of brands and products in the ever-expanding skincare landscape is overwhelming. Seeking professional advice and treatments without KNOWING your skin biology is scary. The cost and waste of GUESSING can be VERY expensive, and making unknowledgeable choices can disrupt your skin barrier, causing irritation…
DO YOU KNOW? 2 in 5 people have a genetic variation that affects their skin’s UV defenses. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun accounts for 90% of the symptoms of early skin aging, skin damage, and skin cancer. Every time your skin is exposed to UV light, skin damage occurs. The cumulative effect…
Which one is right for YU? In our endless pursuit of healthy, youthful-looking skin, retinol has become the crowning glory ingredient. But, bakuchiol, a plant-based retinol, has become a rising star in the skincare community. And, what is a retinoid? Which one is worth the hype? Which one is safer for my skin-type? Are they safe…
YES! Ceramides are the glue (lipids or fats) that hold our skin cells together to keep our skin barrier intact and healthy. What are ceramides? Ceramides are fats or lipids that are found in skin cells. They can make up to 50% of your outer skin layer, or epidermis. Ceramides add moisture. Ceramides are important…
What if we told you that people are having surgery-free facelifts? The fabled, filter-free, photo-editing-free, late-night televised, wrinkle-erasing ingredients exist—and they’re called peptides! As skin experts, there’s no denying that peptides have to be the most magical, lesser-known anti-aging tools available today in skincare, seeing as how they defy gravity. Here is what they are,…
Have you ever bought a product because you were enticed that it contained “Vitamin C,” only to feel completely lost when you went to look for it in the ingredients list? We have five words for you—you are not alone! Similarly confusing, with magazines and talk shows dubbing it the miraculous, “holy grail,” simple, quick-fix…