Category Archives: Clean Beauty

Tranexamic acid goes mainstream according to Skin Inc Magazine

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A recent article by Skin Inc “The Rising Trend of Tranexamic Acid in Skin Care” is music to Reviva’s ears, since we debuted our Multi-Factor Brightening Crème in September of 2021. The article references several studies, regarding tranexamic acid, a synthetic derivative of the amino acid lysine, and how it can help improve discolored skin […]

What is a functional treatment skincare brand?

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For the majority of Reviva’s history the skin care we’ve created has focused on functional treatments. So, what does that mean? Stephen Strassler began as a licensed esthetician and this led him to develop Reviva’s skin care products that focused on treating specific skin conditions. Each product was developed to be functional in its application […]

What are Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs)?

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BHA stands for ‘Beta Hydroxy Acid’, which is one of the most common ingredients in skincare products, especially for those prone to oily or acne prone skin. BHA (e.g., salicylic acid and beta hydroxybutyrate) are used because they’re less irritating than Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs). The most common BHAs is salicylic acid. Salicylic acid is […]

Is Exfoliation Right For Me?

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The world of skincare has drastically evolved in recent years, but some techniques remain tried and true. One of our favorite methods for maintaining smooth skin is exfoliation. Although this term has exploded in recent years, Reviva’s founder Stephen Strassler actually introduced this technique to America in 1973. As new skin cells form, old cells […]

Skin care gift ideas for the dads and dudes in your life

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When we think skin care, we typically envision women. Men are simply not expected to be mindful of their skin and most don’t consider skin care important. In fact, in a 2020 survey, it was discovered that 33% of men don’t wash their face every day. And 63% of men do not regularly use a […]

How to Get Summer Skin Year-Round

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Every season, we’re forced to update our skincare routines to account for changes in weather. In winter, we often suffer from dehydrated skin, flaky patches, and tightness. In spring, our eyes suffer from puffiness and dark circles, and exposure to the sun leads us to sunburnt, irritated skin. Of course, skincare struggles vary season to […]

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 […]

Living out here in La La land

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Living in LA county, where youth and beauty reign supreme, finding the best skin care is easy if you know where to look. For over 49 years, Reviva Labs has been addressing skin care concerns with the most efficacious formulas available. As an employee, and one of our loyal customers, I have come to expect […]

Best Skin Care for Your 40s

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Skin goes through some major changes during your 40s.  It’s the decade when the signs of aging really become apparent. There’s a reason for that.  Skin’s major building blocks, collagen and elastin, have decreased production causing a noticeable loss of firmness to the skin.  The lines around the mouth and eyes are more pronounced.  Past […]

How does skin change as we age?

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Our skin comprises one-sixth of our overall body weight1 and is our largest organ. It is not merely a barrier between us and the environment. It is integral in regulating our body temperature, maintaining hydration, performing sensory functions, aiding circulation, and yes, it is a component of our external immune system. Keeping it healthy and […]

Reviva’s Eye Complex Firming Crème wins Organic Spa Magazine’s top eye cream 2022

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Reviva Labs’ Eye Complex Firming Crème has been recognized again as a top eye cream in 2022 by Organic Spa Magazine. This simple yet potent eye cream helps to hydrate, nourish, and firm and tone the eye area as various botanical extracts help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the delicate eye […]

Why Reviva believes we can do better than phenoxyethanol

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Skin care products need to be preserved to keep them safe for use while sitting on the shelf before being sold and during use afterwards. You can read more about this in our other blog “Preservatives in cosmetics why do we need them?” In the not-too-distant past, parabens were the preservative of choice, for most […]

Best Skin Care for Your 30s 

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Let’s be honest, once you hit your thirties, your skin just doesn’t look the same anymore.  This is the decade when the first signs of aging start to appear, seemingly overnight.  Whether its fine lines around the eyes or dull and uneven skin tone, skin in your thirties has definitely changed.  Some of these changes […]

How does firming skin care work?

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There are many factors that help skin appear firmer or reduce skin slackening. But before we examine what can alleviate sagging skin, we must understand what provides structure to the skin. The two most relevant skin elements are collagen and elastin. Elastin provides skin’s springiness – its elasticity. While collagen forms the scaffolding for your […]

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 […]

Reduce, Reuse, Reviva

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Although Earth Day is great way to encourage being environmentally friendly, protecting our planet should not be limited to one day a year. At Reviva, we want everyone to reduce, reuse, and recycle every day! To get you in the tree-hugging spirit, we created a TikTok that features simple ways to reuse our packaging in […]

The 3 Holy-Grail Ingredients You Should Be Using

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Keeping up on the latest skincare trends can be daunting.  Its seems as though every six months a slew of new ingredients are heralded on social media as the latest and greatest for maintaining your skin’s health. It can be hard to know which of these trending ingredients is the real deal and which will […]

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 […]

What’s the difference between a serum, gel, cream, or lotion?

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Selecting the type of skin care product is a combination of personal preference and the results you’re looking to achieve. Broadly, skin care comes in only a few forms: serums, creams, gels, and lotions. Recently, balms or sticks, or oils have also risen in popularity. Ultimately the difference comes down to molecular density, viscosity, formulation […]

Saving bunnies with cruelty free skin care since our founding

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Webinar by Reviva Labs recorded April 13, 2022 – What do all those symbols mean? And what exactly is cruelty free? Learn how Reviva has always worked to make life better for our furry friends. Reviva Labs has been committed to using cruelty-free ingredients and methods since our founding in 1973. We’ve always believed that […]