Kojic Acid is generally derived from one of several species of fungi (e.g., Aspergillus oryzae), or can be a by-product in the fermentation of malting rice. In lower concentrations Kojic Acid is generally considered safe when applied topically. This natural brightening ingredient is often substituted in place of hydroquinone. Some individuals can have a sensitivity, […]
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 […]
Reviva Labs jumped on board social media a little later than some of our competitors. But recently, we’ve been gaining ground as skin care enthusiasts – young and old – discover Reviva Labs. At Natural Products Expo West 2018 the trend continued – many of our booth visitors identified themselves as social media influencers; or […]
Exfoliation is such an important part of any skin care regimen. Surprisingly, there are many people who aren’t exfoliating – or are doing it wrong. In case you’re not sure how to exfoliate your skin or your body, here are some tips to help you exfoliate safely and effectively. Your skin will thank you for […]
Reviva Labs recently introduced an entire line of charcoal-based skin care products – the first complete charcoal regimen of its kind in the natural skin care market. So we’d like to discuss the skin care benefits of charcoal, and how Reviva is using it in its newest skin care regimen. Cleansing benefits of charcoal One […]
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 […]
When the weather gets colder, humidity levels drop, and the dry air can pull moisture from the skin. Over time, and without proper care, skin can become so dry that it can start to flake, or even to crack and bleed. In the colder, drier months, skin needs a little extra TLC. Here are some […]
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 […]
We all deal with stress: the stressors may be different for each of us (finances, health struggles, work stress), but regardless of the cause of the stress, it can affect our health in many ways. Our body’s largest organ – our skin – is negatively affected by stress, so it’s important to learn how to […]
You try so hard to take good care of your skin. You buy the best products, and research the ingredients you’re putting on your skin. But sometimes bad habits can undermine your efforts, and you may not even realize it. Some of the following habits are easy to break, and making these changes can do […]