Author Archives: Elaine Levins

What is Skin Fasting – And Should You Be Giving Your Skin a Break

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In the pursuit of healthy and glowing skin, we often find ourselves caught up in elaborate skincare routines, using a multitude of products to address various concerns. But what if we told you that sometimes, your skin needs a break? Enter skin fasting, a trending concept that advocates for minimizing or even eliminating skincare products […]

Does Drinking Coffee Negatively Affect Your Skin?

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Coffee has become a beloved morning ritual for many people around the world. It provides that much-needed boost to kickstart the day and keep us going. While there have been numerous studies on the effects of coffee on weight, blood sugar, and internal organs, very few delve into its impact on the external body, particularly […]

Why Are Peptides Essential for Your Skin?

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Unlocking the Secrets of Peptides for Healthy Skin As the world of skincare continues to evolve, new buzzwords and ingredients emerge that promise transformative results. One such ingredient that has gained significant attention is peptides. Peptides are small chains of amino acids, the building blocks of proteins, and they have become an essential component of […]

Discover the Benefits of Using Facial Oils Regularly

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Facial oils have become a popular addition to skincare routines, offering numerous benefits for all skin types. Today, we’ll examine the advantages of including facial oils into your daily regimen and how they can transform your skin. Reviva Labs Skincare offers two exceptional facial oil products – our Bakuchiol Plus Serum and Calming Renewal Serum […]

Top Ingredients and Treatments to Remedy Stress on the Skin

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Stress can have a significant impact on our overall health, including the health and appearance of our skin. Cortisol, the hormone that spikes whenever we are stressed, can lead to skin breakouts, dryness, inflammation, and other problems. Fortunately, there are effective ingredients and treatments that can help remedy the effects of stress on the skin. […]

Topical Solutions for Keratosis Pilaris

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Keratosis Pilaris (KP) is a common, harmless skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by small, rough bumps on the skin, typically found on the outer, upper arms, thighs, buttocks, and sometimes the cheeks. KP is sometimes referred to as strawberry skin or chicken skin. Although KP is not curable, various […]

Clay Masks Vs Pore Strips – Which Is The Better Option?

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When it comes to skincare, there are numerous products and treatments available in the market. Two of the most popular options for deep cleansing and unclogging pores are clay masks and pore strips. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the benefits and drawbacks of each option, as well as discuss the primary and secondary […]

How To Reduce Skin Redness, Irritation, and Inflammation – An Easy Guide

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Redness, irritation, and inflammation are common skin concerns that affect many people, regardless of their age or skin type. These issues can be caused by a variety of factors, ranging from environmental triggers to hormonal changes. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce redness, irritation, and inflammation, and achieve a smoother, more even […]

Signs Of Over-Exfoliation and Ways to Avoid It

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Exfoliation is an important part of any skincare routine. It helps remove dead skin cells and impurities, leaving you with a brighter, smoother complexion. However, like with many things in life, too much of a good thing can be bad. Over-exfoliation can lead to a host of problems, including irritation, dryness, and even breakouts. In […]

How to Get Glowing Skin Naturally

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Everyone wants to have glowing and healthy-looking skin. However, with the many skin care products available in the market, it can be difficult to determine which one is right for you. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend a lot of money on expensive products to achieve glowing skin. In fact, there are natural ways to […]

Unlock the Skin Care Benefits of Vitamin E

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Vitamin E, or tocopherol, is an essential nutrient that plays an important role in overall skin health. Vitamin E is a potent antioxidant, a humectant, and an emollient, so it helps protect the skin from free radical damage, reduces inflammation, and keeps skin hydrated and soft. It is known for its ability to protect and […]

How Do I Use Reviva’s Antioxidant Day Crème?

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Skin care can be as simple or as complex as you’d like it to be. There are day creams, night creams, toners, cleansers, serums. Masks, exfoliants; you name it, there’s a skin care category for it. But as someone who works in the industry – and who also happens to be a skin care afficionado […]

How Do I Use Reviva’s Sea Salt Cleansing Gel?

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This is the first post in our “How Do I Use…” Series – and was the inspiration for the series overall. While I’d tried/used our Sea Salt Cleansing Gel during its development and testing phase – and I liked it a lot – there was a fair amount of time between the development phase and […]

How Do I Use…?

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We’re starting a new “thing” here at Reviva Labs with our “How Do I Use?” series. We get so many questions from our current customers and potential customers asking how certain products can be used, when they should be used, etc – so we decided to give a little more insight into each product, including […]

My Reviva Labs Skin Care Journey

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I was first introduced to Reviva Labs in 2004. At the time, my company was providing marketing and graphic design services, and we dealt directly with Reviva’s founder, Stephen Strassler. Every time someone from our office would meet with Stephen, he’d send products back for me to try. And once I started using Reviva Labs […]

The skin benefits of Azelaic Acid

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Azelaic acid occurs naturally in various grains (e.g., barley, wheat, rye, etc.) but it also occurs naturally on the skin, produced by yeast living on your epidermis. It’s known for having both anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This makes it the perfect addition to skin care intended to treat rosacea, eczema, and acne too. Azelaic acid […]

What is tranexamic acid?

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Tranexamic acid (a synthesized lysine) was originally used to treat or stop excessive blood loss during surgeries or trauma situations. It can also be taken orally to help with heavy menstrual bleeding. In the most simplistic explanation, it helps slow the breakdown of clots, in turn slowing excessive bleeding. But in the 1970s a medical […]

Elaine’s Favorite Reviva Labs Skin Care

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I first learned of Reviva when I began working with them as an outside vendor in 2004. At the time, I really didn’t have a skincare “routine.” I moisturized – and wore sunscreen when I went to the beach or the pool – but that was about it. Since my company was working with Reviva […]