Category Archives: Skin Care

Skin Care covers the broader conversations shaping your daily routine. From cleansing and exfoliation to hydration, firming, and brightening, these posts connect skin concerns with practical solutions. We often frame discussions around the functional approach of Prepare, Prevent, Correct, and Enhance. Whether you’re addressing dryness, uneven tone, or early signs of aging, this category brings together education and application so you can build a routine that fits your life.

What do Matrixyl™, Adipofill’in™, Progeline™, Syn®-ake all have in common? They’re all in our Multi-Peptide Complex

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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 […]

Kojic Acid for skin brightening

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Kojic Acid is generally derived from one of several species of fungi (e.g., Aspergillus oryzae), or can be a by-product in the fermentation of malting rice. In lower concentrations Kojic Acid is generally considered safe when applied topically. This natural brightening ingredient is often substituted in place of hydroquinone. Some individuals can have a sensitivity, […]

There’s beauty in imperfection

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In Japan, they celebrate the beauty of transience and imperfection. This tradition is called wabi-sabi. It stems from Buddhist teachings and helps to keep “perspective” on what should really matter in life. By appreciating and even celebrating things that are not perfect or that are temporary you’re better able to focus on the world and […]

Reviva Labs’ booth was buzzing with social media interest

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Reviva Labs jumped on board social media a little later than some of our competitors. But recently, we’ve been gaining ground as skin care enthusiasts – young and old – discover Reviva Labs. At Natural Products Expo West 2018 the trend continued – many of our booth visitors identified themselves as social media influencers; or […]

Charcoal as part of a natural skin care routine

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Reviva Labs recently introduced an entire line of charcoal-based skin care products – the first complete charcoal regimen of its kind in the natural skin care market. So we’d like to discuss the skin care benefits of charcoal, and how Reviva is using it in its newest skin care regimen. Cleansing benefits of charcoal One […]

Any time is a great time to start taking better care of your skin

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You might be the type of person who’s had a skin care regimen since you were a teenager. Or you might be the type of person who washes your face with soap and calls it a day. Either way, there is room for improvement in your skin care regimen – and as with any type […]

Change up your skin care routine for fall

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Finding a good skin care routine can be difficult, so once you find great products that work great together, it can be tempting to stick with them for as long as possible. Unfortunately, there are many reasons to reevaluate and modify your skin care routine – and a season change is one of those times […]

Travel plans? Make sure your plans include great skin care

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Whether you’re taking a family vacation, or an exotic once-in-a-lifetime trip, there are a few things you need to prepare for ahead of time. Most have to do with the logistics of the vacation itself (itinerary, packing, etc.), but some time needs to be allocated for self care. Travel, while usually about relaxing and making […]

Why you never want your skin to be “squeaky clean”

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I remember in my teenage years, when my skin was oily, and I had a few blemishes: I always felt like I had to get my skin completely clean. I didn’t want to feel any trace of what I perceived as “oil” on my skin. To that end, I used astringent pads repeatedly after washing […]

How important is it to use skin care products from the same brand?

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Skin care can be confusing. There are so many different brands and lines available, and finding the right products for your skin can be challenging. So, for many of us, once we find a product or two from a specific brand we like, we tend to focus on other products from that same brand or […]

How long should it take a new skin care product to work for your skin?

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We live in a pretty impatient world. We have so much at our fingertips, it can be difficult to accept that some things may take more time than we’d like. Skin care is no different. While I believe everyone reading this would love to put on a skin care treatment tonight, and wake up with […]

Do you have dry skin? Or is it dehydrated?

Dry skin? Or Dehydrated Skin?

If your skin feels dry or flaky, you probably think you have dry skin – and you’ll be tempted to treat your skin with products formulated for dry skin. Believe it or not, while your skin may look and/or feel dry, it likely doesn’t meet the true definition of “dry skin.” Dry skin is essentially […]

What you need to know about combination skin

Caring for Combination Skin

First of all: what is combination skin? Loosely defined, combination skin has both oily areas and dry patches; typically the oily areas are in the “T-zone” – or the forehead, nose, and chin. Many of us have what we’d classify as combination skin, but it can be difficult to settle on a skin care routine […]