By now, you’ve heard that wearing sunscreen (even on cloudy days during the winter months) is the most effective way to protect your skin from sun damage, early-onset aging, and even skin cancer. You probably also know that you should be using a broad-spectrum formulation (meaning it protects the skin...
Whether you’re dealing with acne, wrinkles, scarring, or pigmentation issues; skin resurfacing can help your skin look smooth and youthful. It is resurfacing works by removing the upper layers of the skin to stimulate the natural healing process. This results in the growth of new segments of the skin...
Blackheads and Whiteheads are both types of clogged pores (comedones). They develop as skin pores become clogged with excess oil, dead skin cells, and other dirt or debris. Both are classified as noninflammatory acne: meaning they are inactive lesions that often do not become infected with bacteria. Also, they will not elicit an...
Cellulite is an unavoidable aspect of life. It’s estimated that nearly 80% of all women will develop some form of cellulite within their lifetime, regardless of their health history and body mass index (BMI). Fortunately, there are some ways to help prevent cellulite development or at the very least,...
It’s estimated that nearly 85% of all homes in the United States have tap water that is considered to be “hard water.” This is water that has an overly high mineral content, usually calcium or magnesium carbonates. Mineral accumulation occurs naturally as water percolates through porous layers of limestone rock...
