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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Reviva has always been known as a functional treatment brand. From our inception, Stephen Strassler and Judith Strassler sought out and developed products that addressed specific skin care concerns and problems. This sometimes led to very specific products designed to treat specific issues. But as Reviva grew and evolved, newer products began to broaden in […]
Bakuchiol is a potent natural ingredient sourced from the seeds of a popular herb, commonly known as babchi. Used in traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for centuries thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, bakuchiol has recently been ‘discovered’ again as an effective ingredient in facial care products. Bakuchiol’s superpower is its ability to do […]
Webinar by Reviva Labs recorded February 16, 2022 – Everyone needs a skin care pick-me up from time to time. For date nights, big events, or simply to look and feel you best. LaShada gives you some quick tips to look your best – at night and every day. It’s date night, and of course […]
The winter months can be hard on the skin. Between the cold, dry air outside and the forced heated air inside, skin can easily become dry, red, and itchy. While some people are born with dry skin, other people will become more dry during the winter due to the lack of moisture and humidity in […]
Keeping your skin hydrated is one of the simplest and most important basics of skin care. This is especially true for those of us who live and work in the Northeast during winter (Reviva Labs is in southern New Jersey). But dehydrated skin can appear anywhere and anytime for a myriad of reasons. Enter the […]
The 12 zodiac signs are all characterized by humanities’ strengths and weakness as influenced by the heavens. The zodiac is organized into four elemental signs: Air, Fire, Water, and Earth. Astrology describes a person’s general character traits and personality based on the influence of the planets, the sun, and the moon at the time of […]
Our skin’s uppermost layer, the stratum corneum, is our skin’s external barrier. It goes by many names: skin barrier, moisture barrier, acid mantle, lipid barrier, etc. Regardless of its descriptor, its function is consistent – to keep good things in and bad things out. When your skin’s barrier is damaged, or its normal functioning is […]
We receive a lot of questions regarding Reviva’s skin care products and from those seeking skin care guidance in general. But we’ve noticed an increase in a particular question: “at what age should I start a skin care routine?” As soon as possible is our answer. That is, when you start a simple skin care […]
By the time most of us reach our 20’s, our skin has calmed down from the tumultuous, and uncertain hormonal teen years. While acne may still make an unwelcome appearance from time to time, skin is typically healthy looking, even toned and, it may even glow. One of the best ways to maintain and support […]
