Great skincare starts with great ingredients. This category explores the botanicals, vitamins, peptides, acids, and antioxidants that give Reviva formulas their purpose. Since 1973, Reviva has blended nature and science to create functional treatments that target specific concerns. Here, we break down how individual ingredients work, what they pair well with, and who benefits most from them. If you like to read labels and want to know what each component does for your skin, this is your space.
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 […]
It seems like a silly question, but we’re frequently asked why we use preservatives in our skin care and cosmetics. And the simple answer is… to preserve them. Nobody wants to open their skin care to find fuzzy mold or bacteria growing. Or worse, to use skin care that looks fine only to discover it […]
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 […]
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 […]
Sometimes we here at Reviva Labs forget that it’s tough to keep all our great skin care products straight – since we have over fifty active products. So, we gathered together some quick highlights on our top selling and favorite products in order to capture their functional essence. #369 – Hyaluronic Acid Serum Retailers love […]
We’re asked this question a lot and the answer is… yes – somewhat – but also no. So let us be clear; Reviva Labs has never been – nor have we ever attempted to be – certified as a vegan skin care line. We don’t present or sell ourselves as vegan. It’s simply not one […]
I think its time to acknowledge glycolic acid as the unsung hero of skincare. It is the invisible engine that does consistent and exceptional work for our skin – no matter what kind of damage or problem we have. Plus, the benefits of using glycolic acid are almost as wide-ranging as the number of products […]
Reviva Labs has always advocated for keeping your skin care routine simple and clean. Yes, we believe in layering, but not in the 10-12 step skin care routines that have grown in popularity with the rise of K-Beauty. Instead, we are firm believers in achieving the most with the fewest products. When consumers call us […]
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 […]
Spring is my favorite season. It means saying goodbye to heavy winter coats and gloves, and saying hello to warmer, sunny days. And, if you’re like me, Spring also signals that it’s time to clean! No, I don’t mean tossing things out of the garage or basement – there are plenty other seasons to do […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
Reviva Labs has always been proud of our clean and simple formulas. Our founder, Stephen Strassler believed in crafting effective skin care with key ingredients and as little else as possible. His vision was always to keep things as pure and clean as possible. Reviva today, under CEO Judith Strassler, continues to follow this guiding […]
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 […]
It’s no secret that we at Reviva Labs are big proponents of layering skin care products to increase their effectiveness. But there’s only so much your skin can absorb in a single application. So it’s best to apply, allow to dry, then layer your next product. Layering offers the opportunity to spot treat problem areas […]
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 […]
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 […]
After meeting with Dr. Garko at Expo West 2019, Nancy joined Michael to discuss Reviva Labs’ recently debuted and upcoming products. Dr. Garko was an early recipient of our new Whipped Seaweed Soap/Scrub which was announced at Expo West and is expected to be shipping in April 2019. During the show, Nancy and Dr. Garko […]
Of course we’re big fans of all of our products. But one of the hidden gems in our anti-aging product mix is our Multi-Peptide Complex Cream. This item was one of the last items Stephen Strassler worked on and was so very excited to debut before his passing. Reviva has always been a leader in […]
