It’s been said that “the eyes are the window to the soul.” Unfortunately, the eyes (more specifically, the skin around the eyes) also hold the tell-tale signs of aging. Dark circles, sagging skin, and crows feet are just a few of the effects of aging on the eye area. Why is the eye area so […]
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) are a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA), and play a critical role in skin function and appearance, but the human body is unable to synthesize these EFAs on its own. Instead, we have to get our EFAs from external sources: Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids are commonly known to be […]
It’s fun to go through beauty stores and visit department store cosmetic counters to check out the luxury beauty brands with their expensive packaging and price tags to match. Most of us – regardless of budget – have checked out these upscale brands on occasion, only to realize they’re out of our reach. Don’t pay […]
Whether we want to admit it or not, most of us have concerns about aging. Not only do we want to feel healthy and vigorous, but we want to look that way too. That’s why anti-aging skin care is so sought after. “Facelift in a jar” We all know that there is no topical treatment […]
The benefits of glycolic acid have been touted in the skin care industry for years, with good reason. Glycolic acid works as a superb exfoliant, uncovering healthier, brighter skin, and allowing other skin care products and ingredients to penetrate and absorb into the skin more effectively. What is glycolic acid? Glycolic Acid is an AHA […]
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring polysaccharide found in the body, particularly in the skin, where it helps to retain moisture and keep the skin plump and hydrated. When used in skincare products, it can help to improve the overall appearance and health of the skin by attracting and retaining moisture, reducing the appearance of […]
The quick answer is yes. Our Nasolabial Fold + Multi-Peptide Cream has proven wonderfully effective at minimizing the appearance of nasal lines and deep wrinkles – and even helping to lift and tighten sagging jowls. But we’ll examine other treatments too. Cosmetic Surgery Surgical correction or elimination of nasolabial folds is an option. Slackened, sagging […]
Our skin is composed of the epidermis (the layer we can see), and the dermis (the inner layer), as well as a protective layer of fat underneath the dermis. The epidermis is made up of layers of cells, which are constantly dividing to form new cells. As new cells form, they move up toward the […]
If you’re a woman who wears makeup and you’re washing your face with just soap and water, your skin is not really getting clean. And no matter who you are or what skin type you have, if you live in a city or spend time near auto traffic, soap and water simply aren’t enough to […]
In 1937, Dr. Albert Szent-Györgyi from Hungary won the Nobel Prize in Medicine for his isolation of Vitamin C. In the course of his research of Vitamin C, he discovered various bioflavonoids, including flavanone, known as Vitamin P. During his research, he found that rutin and citrus bioflavonoids (Vitamin P) plus hesperidin (another bioflavonoid) have […]
