Category Archives: Reviva Labs

This is the heart of the brand. The Reviva Labs category shares our story, milestones, and mission to create skincare that functionally improves lives. From a refrigerator full of early formulas in 1973 to a growing national presence today, the journey has always centered on results, integrity, and affordability. Here, you’ll find updates, behind-the-scenes insights, and the values that guide every decision we make.

Focus on preventing rather than correcting skin damage with your skin care‍

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Everyone wants smooth, clear skin—as soon as possible. Today’s consumers are much more aware of the importance of skin care and more inclined to invest in a product that will give them the results they desire. Therefore, the market is now saturated with innovative anti-aging products. But how do you choose? It’s important to acknowledge […]

Before and after Halloween makeup skin care tips – October 2022 Webinar by Reviva

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Webinar by Reviva Labs recorded October 12, 2022 – If you’ll be joining all the boos and ghouls this year – we want to help keep your skin looking great. We’ll offer some guidance on how to prepare your skin to help makeup look great while also working to prevent problems it may cause. And […]

5 Simple Steps to Take to Ensure Your Skin is Looking Great Everyday‍

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You don’t need to be a beauty vlogger or Instagram star to have great skin. You just need to follow some simple steps and precautions that will help you keep your skin looking its best every day. After all, what we do today impacts the way we look tomorrow. Keeping that in mind, here are […]

Does Drinking Water Help Your Skin?

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Everyone knows that the secret to beautiful skin is drinking lots of water, right? Well, sort of. While staying hydrated certainly can have a positive effect on your skin, there are many differing opinions on whether drinking water alone will help to improve its appearance. In this article we’ll look at all things hydrating and […]

What is a Closed Comedone and How to Prevent Them

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Closed comedones, commonly known as a “closed pimple” or “non-blackhead blemish”, i.e., a “whitehead” covered by skin, is an acne lesion that appears as a small, hard bump on the skin. They appear mostly on the face and neck but can also appear in other areas of the body. They are more common among those […]

The Importance of Using Skincare on Your Neck and Décolleté‍

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Your neck and décolleté (pronounced “dec-ah-low-tee”) are often overlooked when it comes to selfcare and skincare application. Everyone seems to concentrate on their face. They apply serums and cream abundantly and diligently slather on sunscreen to safeguard their face. However, they don’t worry about these neglected areas as much. But your neck and décolleté are […]

Skin Care: What is the Role of Allantoin?

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Allantoin is an active hydrating and anti-inflammatory ingredient. It’s effective at boosting the moisture level of the skin, keeping it supple and hydrated, and reducing inflammation and preventing redness caused by acne and other skin conditions. Allantoin’s anti-irritant properties explain why it’s widely used in hydrating products and in products aimed at sensitive skin. Allantoin […]

Why I Use a Clay Mask Every Week (and you should too) – A Detailed Review of the Benefits‍

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In the world of beauty, it seems like new trends pop up every day. Everyone wants to look their best, and with so many options out there, there’s an abundance of advice on how to achieve that result. However, not all advice is created equal. Some tips are based, while others may be more fiction […]

The Value of a Skin Care Consultation‍

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Looking great is not just about genetics or the latest products. It’s also about knowing how to use them most effectively. A skincare consultation with a dermatologist or other skin care specialist can help you get the most out of your skin care products by tailoring them to your needs, revealing potential problems you might […]

Getting your skin ready for back to school – September 2022 Webinar by Reviva

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Webinar by Reviva Labs recorded September 14, 2022 – Back to school brings lots of changes. Fall weather; adjusting schedules can lead to sleep deprivation; and anxiety and stress can kick-off blemishes. Discover some tips for combating all these challenges and head back into class already educated – about skin care. Transitioning from the lazy […]

5 Fall Skincare Tips From The Experts

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It’s that time of year again: the leaves are falling, there’s a nip in the air, and your skin has let rip with an eruption of pimples and dry spots. Yep, it’s that time when skincare gets serious – and a little complicated. But fear not! By following some simple tips to manage your complexion […]

Retinol Alternatives Are On the Rise according to Nikki Brown of StyleCaster.com

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On August 17, 2022, Nikki Brown, wrote a terrific article on Stylecaster.com titled “Retinol Alternatives Are On the Rise Thanks to These Top-Sellers” and after reading it and sharing it in our office – it started a vivacious discussion. The most boisterous aggrievement was astonishment at how Reviva’s Bakuchiol Plus Serum didn’t make the list. […]

Five newest ingredients that should be in your skin care routine – webinar

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Webinar by Reviva Labs recorded August 17, 2022 – Trends come and go in skin care but the truly standout ingredients have staying power. We’ll key you into what the hot new ingredients are and which ones we think are going to become the next “holy grail” ingredients. In skin care, trends come and go […]

Unlocking the Secrets of SYN®-AKE: The Revolutionary Peptide for Skin Care

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In recent years, the beauty and skincare industry has witnessed the rise of innovative ingredients that promise to transform skin health and appearance. Among these, peptides have garnered significant attention for their ability to mimic the body’s natural processes to repair and rejuvenate the skin. SYN®-AKE, a synthetic peptide, stands out as a groundbreaking ingredient, […]

Quick Tips for Everyday Great Skin!

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Everyone wants great skin. But it’s not always easy to have it. Between work, school, family, and friends, it’s easy to get caught up in the daily grind and forget about yourself. That’s why it can be so challenging to keep up with your skin care routine. It just doesn’t happen by accident. You have […]

A simple one step skin treatment for men of all ages – but especially senior gentlemen

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While attitudes are shifting most men are still willfully ignorant when it comes to caring for their skin. They may even mock the multi-step skin care regimen of their significant others – while simultaneously complimenting how well their skin looks. But getting the typical guy to follow even a simple 1-2-3 step routine is often […]

What is Congested Skin?

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Congested skin is a term used to describe skin that looks dull, feels rough and bumpy and that has visible white and blackheads on the cheeks, T-zone and forehead.  The cause of congested skin and “run of the mill” acne are very similar; pores become clogged with sebum and a build-up of dead skin cells, […]

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 […]

Summer skin care is more than just sunscreen

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Webinar by Reviva Labs recorded July 13, 2022 – Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen may be all you hear during the summertime. But we’ll talk about what else is important for keeping your skin looking and feeling its best as humidity rises and we all do more outdoors. And yeah, we’ll probably mention sunscreen too. Long daylight […]

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 […]