Author Archives: Kate Sanders

Hidden gems among our natural skin care products

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Everyone at Reviva has their favorite products. The ones they use every day and night without fail. From our Multi-peptide Complex to Under Eye Dark Circle Serum there’s a lot to cherish. But even still, there are some hidden gems within our product line that often go over looked, by staff and consumer alike. Reviva’s […]

Do you really need a specific eye treatment product?

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There is increasing disagreement among skin professionals, such as estheticians and dermatologists and influential skin care aficionados, regarding the overall need for eye area treatments. Some argue that there’s little difference between your general moisturizer or facial treatment and an eye product so why spend extra for eye treatments. Others suggest that skin is ski,n […]

Collagen lays the foundation for healthy looking skin

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Collagen is the main structural protein comprising an enormous percentage of our bodies. It’s found in skin, tendons, ligaments, organs, bone, and more. Twenty-nine types of collagen have been identified, but collagen types one through five are the most abundant. And for our discussion, we’ll be concerned with type one which is found in the […]

Argireline is the anti-aging peptide equivalent of the fountain of youth

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Argireline®, Lipotec’s trade name for acetyl hexapeptide-3 and acetyl hexapeptide-8, is a synthetic anti-wrinkle cosmeceutical ingredient that mimics the effect of botulinum toxin injections – but with less immediate intensity. This man-made peptide fragment penetrates the skin and interrupts the nuerotransmitter process (SNARE complex disruption) of facial muscles reducing their activation. By inhibiting muscle movement […]

Too much screen time translates into excessive skin exposure to blue light

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Today, everyone understands that protecting your skin from harmful UV rays when you’re outside is very important. Not only to stave off skin cancer but to also prevent premature aging of the skin. Most skin care fans will apply sun protection before venturing outside. But there’s a hidden danger – blue light exposure A recent […]

Face masks, irritations, acne, and skin care

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COVID-19 has caused so many changes in our daily lives it’s hard to know where to start. But one of the most common questions our team has been receiving is: how can I help my skin’s irritation due to wearing a face mask all day? Face masks are a sensible and effective precaution to counter […]

“Off label” uses for our natural skin care products

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Usually, we’re a bit finicky about how people use our products, since we spend a lot of time creating, testing, and finalizing formulas. But we realize, how we suggest products are used isn’t the only way they can be used. We’ve gathered some interesting stories regarding extended uses of our skin care. Elastin Collagen Skin […]

Under Eye Dark Circles and Puffiness – the causes and treatments

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We’ve all looked in the mirror after a night out partying, when we’re sick, after long hours of studying or working late only to have our reflection looking back with those dreaded, puffy, dark under eye bags. You know, the dark puffy eye bags that make us look tired and sickly. Or maybe its the […]

The good the bad and the ugly of alcohol in skin care.

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There are many types of alcohol, some good, some bad, and some ugly. But for the most part, alcohols in skin care get a bad rep’ when it’s really not deserved. First, we have to understand a little bit about chemistry. Most of us are familiar with ethanol (ethyl alcohol) since it’s the alcohol we […]

Niacinamide a super antioxidant for skin care

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Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 that has been used by dermatologists to treat a plethora of skin conditions. Niacin and its derivative molecules niacinamide and nicotinamide are precursors to two important biochemical molecules: nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+/NADH) and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADP+). These beneficial molecules help skin cells repair damage and function […]

Consistency is important in your skin care routine

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For skin care and beauty fans it’s a wonderful time to be alive. The internet holds a wealth of information on ingredients and trendy new products. And any new formula or brand is only a click and next-day delivery away. Skin care from around the world is ready for trying – tempting K-Beauty, J-Beauty, and […]

Skin Care Tip: Apply our Hydrating Mask before showering

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Our latest Calming & Cooling Hydrating Mask combines Kaolin and Bentonite clays along with soothing, nourishing ingredients, hyaluronic acid, and essential oils to provide a detoxifying, delightful facial treatment. Unlike other dual clay masks – you won’t be clamoring for moisturizers after use – as most users feel their skin is refreshed and hydrated after […]

Our hydrating line is loaded with hyaluronic acid

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It seems everywhere you turn today regarding skin care, the hottest or “newest” ingredient being promoted is hyaluronic acid. We’re happy the industry has caught on to this powerful skin care ingredient – we’ve been promoting it and using it in our products for decades. “In 1986, Reviva Labs was the first skin care company […]

We’re not fans of refrigerating skin care products; here’s why.

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There’s been a spike in folks online and offline recommending you keep your skin care products refrigerated. The reasons for doing this vary. Some suggest it keeps opened products fresher longer. Others suggest it improves the calming effect. And still others hint that it helps with absorption. The reality is these concepts are mostly all […]

There’s beauty in imperfection

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In Japan, they celebrate the beauty of transience and imperfection. This tradition is called wabi-sabi. It stems from Buddhist teachings and helps to keep “perspective” on what should really matter in life. By appreciating and even celebrating things that are not perfect or that are temporary you’re better able to focus on the world and […]

Any time is a great time to start taking better care of your skin

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You might be the type of person who’s had a skin care regimen since you were a teenager. Or you might be the type of person who washes your face with soap and calls it a day. Either way, there is room for improvement in your skin care regimen – and as with any type […]

Change up your skin care routine for fall

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Finding a good skin care routine can be difficult, so once you find great products that work great together, it can be tempting to stick with them for as long as possible. Unfortunately, there are many reasons to reevaluate and modify your skin care routine – and a season change is one of those times […]