Let’s face it, having oily skin can be challenging. It can be a daily battle trying to control the constant shine, and to deal with enlarged pores, blackheads, whiteheads, pimples and the greasy texture. And, as if all that wasn’t hard enough, blemishes can trigger inflammation which causes redness and dark spots. Yikes! The good […]
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 […]
We’re lucky to be living during the ascendence of the golden age of skin care. Research is delivering new, potent ingredients seemingly every day. And consumers have a wealth of educational and informational apps and websites at their fingertips. This has given rise to the so called “skintellectuals” which we’ve always identified as savvy consumers. […]
Every so often, as we dig through old files, or clean out a filing cabinet, we uncover delightful finds from the past. As we approach our 50th year in business, it’s nice to look back, and to discover letters and emails written by Stephen and others. This post is Stephen writing about Reviva’s unique difference […]
Reviva was founded in and remains located in New Jersey. We like our state – but today we’re very proud of New Jersey too. NJ Governor Phil Murphy signed a new law, going into effect March 1, 2022, that extends the existing ban on animal testing regarding cosmetics. Cosmetics manufactured in New Jersey were already […]
The quick answer is yes, most likely. Why? Well, while skin is a barrier it is also permeable. And so as the weather gets colder and air becomes dryer, the body’s moisture is naturally lost to the surrounding environment. This moisture loss is exacerbated by the dry, forced air heating systems common in multi-season regions […]
Hyper-pigmentation isn’t a new concern, but it does seem to appear at the top of “must read” lists and it’s featured in skin care articles more frequently today. Maybe the increased concern has been caused by the growing focus on skin radiance in social media; or maybe it’s due to an increase in post-inflammation hyper-pigmentation […]
Reviva Labs has long been opposed to animal testing. We’re very proud that we have never tested on animals and that we’re passionate about working with like-minded suppliers. More importantly, we have supported industry efforts to change the hearts and minds of the U.S. and countries around the world. Cosmetics & Toiletries reported that Mexico […]
I truly love ALL the products here at Reviva Labs but after much deliberation I have been able to narrow them down to a handful of my favorites. I was first introduced to the light skin peel mild exfoliant in the early 2000s, the gentle but effective exfoliation is still the best I have used […]
Recently, while watching one of our favorite YouTube channels, Doctorly, Dr. Shah and Dr. Maxfield listed their favorite oils in the video “Overpriced Skincare – Don’t Waste Your Money on These“. Of course we were very happy to see their list of oils almost match identically with ours. We might also add Sunflower Oil to […]
Reviva Labs is proud to be an early participant in Stripe’s Climate program. Stripe’s program is donating 100% of collected contributions towards funding the development and production of carbon removal solutions. This in turn will help new solutions get off the ground – leading to a more carbon neutral world. Today, carbon removal solutions face […]
In doing background for a recent blog post “Can I use a face product on my body too” I was introduced to the concept of applying our Cream Hydratante product to my feet. WOW! It has changed how soft my feet are. Here’s what I wrote previously… A good example, our Cream Hydratante makes for […]
The quick and simple answer to this question, “can you use a face product on your body?”, is yes. While the reverse might not be true, since body products are generally “heavier,” any face product can easily be used on other body parts (mostly). Obviously, “stronger” brightening products or exfoliation items, should be used cautiously […]
Formulators have known for ages that hemp oil is beneficial to your skin. It’s a rich emollient and delivers a potent dose of essential fatty acids (EFAs). However, it wasn’t until CBD products exploded onto the market that deep clinical research began. Yes, much of this research focused on attempting to authenticate some outlandish “health […]
I only started using Reviva products a few months ago – just after being hired. Before that I never truly had a skincare routine – but I quickly started to catch on. Working in the design and marketing department it was crucial that I try all the products to familiarize myself with our brand. So, […]
