Unsure if a product is right for you? Get a sample size. Going on a trip pack-light kind of trip? Snag a travel size.   SkinMedix sample and travel sizes are the best way to discover new skincare and beauty products. Sample top products from high-end brands before you splurge on the big bottle. We […]

Natural color change over time happens, but your Vitamin C should arrive a fresh light hue. “I’ve bought Vitamin C Serum a few times in the past year and a half. The first time I bought it, I noticed the color was a yellowish brown. The next time I purchased from the same brand, the serum […]

Believe it when your mother tells you, “Less is more!” Sometimes. If I open my bathroom vanity mirror right now, I can pull at least four products from its shelves with non-specific instructions on how much product to apply.    Apply liberally… Apply a moderate amount… Apply a substantial amount… Apply a small amount…   […]

What is it and why do we do it? Maybe you’ve seen it in your favorite beauty and skincare store, or at the Derm. If you’re like me, when you picked up the small needle-pricked roller attached to a handle you had visions of self-flagellating 14th-century nuns. “Huh,” I muttered, slowly shaking my head. “This […]

1. Masks are powerfully concentrated. Masks are able to contain higher levels of key ingredients because chemists do not have to be concerned with how blendable a product is that is rinsed off after a few minutes – or thrown away, if you use a sheet mask. Sheet masks, like SK-II Facial Treatment Mask, are single-use […]

Mistakes. They happen to the best of us! I hate the be the bearer of bad news, but chances are we’re all making a mistake or two with our skincare. Far be it from me to add yet another step into your well-situated regimen or to contradict the routine you’ve finally nailed down, but for […]

The epitome of sleepovers and slumber parties, but facial masks are more than just a reason to channel Jenna Rink while sliding Cheetos between our lips and binge-watching romantic comedies.      Like anything else when it comes to skincare, a facial mask product can do more harm than good, so discerning consumers beware. Faulty […]

There’s a fine line between smooth and rubbed raw. Millions get it wrong every day. Never fear, we’ve got your guidelines here.    We have exfoliating gloves, cleansers, and scrubs…but are they all created equal? Experts say, No. Exfoliating is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of your skin, a natural […]

Exfoliating regularly leaves your skin with a smooth, healthy finish. Here are some tips for choosing the best exfoliator for your skin type. Normal Skin Glycolic acid is one of the most effective exfoliators and is great for normal skin types. It can also be slightly irritating, so moisturize after to prevent inflammation. Look for […]

And how to get the benefits of seawater all year long. My skin always feels good when I’m going to the beach 1-2 times per week, even if only for an hour at a time. Using good sunscreen, I notice that my blemishes clear up, and my skin feels alive. I’ve always wondered why. Now, […]