Skin

Body Lotions Vs. Facial Moisturizers:

There are a few reasons why there are moisturizers for your body, and ones for your face… Each are formulated specifically for different areas. Facial moisturizers, body, feet, and hands… All have different ingredients and properties. The skin on your face is very different from the skin on your body. A huge reason why you… Continue reading Body Lotions Vs. Facial Moisturizers:

Skin

Salicylic Acid simplified.

Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid and is widely used as treatment for mild to moderate acne, as well as in aiding in the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles. It is primarily an exfoliant and helps the skin slough off dead skin cells. Salicylic Acid also has anti-inflammatory properties, and has the ability… Continue reading Salicylic Acid simplified.

Makeup · Skin

DIY

Eye makeup remover – 1 Cup of Water 1 1/2 Tablespoons of baby shampoo (tearless!!!) 1/8 baby oil Put together in small container and shake well. Apply to cotton ball/eye round, wipe eyes then proceed to cleanse your face after and make sure all is washed off. *Must be shaken before each use to mix… Continue reading DIY

Makeup · Skin

Beauty/Skin Care Tip:

When looking at the ingredients in a product, it is important to remember that the amount of each ingredient goes in decreasing order. The ingredient listed first is the most abundant, then less and less from there on. For example: In this Wet N Wild Palette – the most abundant ingredient is Talc, as you… Continue reading Beauty/Skin Care Tip:

Skin

How To Determine Your Skin Type:

The first step in putting together an effective skin care regiment is determining your skin type! There are 4 different skin types; dry/sensitive, normal, combination, and oily. Dry skin is very common – does not retain moisture well. Because of the lack of oil, skin can be flaky and have dry patches. Typically skin will feel… Continue reading How To Determine Your Skin Type: