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 […]
Our skin is our body’s largest organ. Its sole purpose is to keep bad things out and good things inside. It’s a barrier between our inner selves and the outside world. And while our skin has evolved over the millennia to be very good, today’s world is rife with new types of pollution that the […]
Webinar by Reviva Labs recorded March 16, 2022 – Healthy looking, glowing skin doesn’t require the luck of the Irish. You simply need to commit to some common skin care basics. LaShada helps you learn the ins and outs of Prepare, Prevent, Correct, Enhance for a radiant complexion all year long. From the beginning, our […]
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 […]
In the dynamic realm of skincare, innovation drives the quest for the perfect complexion. Amidst a plethora of ingredients promising rejuvenation and transformation, one compound has emerged as particularly noteworthy: Adipofill’in. This ingredient encapsulates the cutting-edge of cosmetic science, offering a unique approach to skin health and beauty. This blog post aims to shed light […]
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 […]
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 […]
