I am so excited to feature this new pigment, Alek. Named after supermodel Alek Wek, this Pigment is designed for darker skinned clients who need a pigment darker than Naomi, is NOT black, but ALMOST black. If you don't already know, I am uber passionate about the representation and inclusion of women and men of all … Continue reading New Pigment Alert!
All month long I've been celebrating my first annual Christmas in July & it's been so much fun! Each morning I post these call to action alerts on instagram and my followers and clients get to choose the winner. It's really exciting tallying up the votes and giving gifts, and I'd like to send a … Continue reading Christmas in July 2017
Lately I have been breaking out and after I took a look at my life, I realized I was most likely to blame. Culprits: 1. Cell Phone-I take it with me EVERYWHERE and don't disinfect it as much as I should. 2. Brushes. I normally wash my makeup brushes ever other week, but summer has … Continue reading
Hello friends! Time to have a coming to Jesus meeting. We need to talk Sun Screen. I don't care how much you pay for your skin care, how often you apply it, how great it makes your skin feel instantly or over time or how many facials you get. The sun will undoubtedly undo every … Continue reading
My love affair with Retinol is crucial. When I run out I feel a bit of a panic. When I get a new tube I feel like I can breathe again because she's back in my life and will make all my scary skin issues go away. Reliable & trustworthy. We go way back and … Continue reading Retinol & Acne
A client asked me recently what is the difference between a TCA peel and Jessner Peel? The difference is: TCA Peels are good for the following: Aging Skin Wrinkles Hyperpigmentation Dehydration Acne Dry Skin Sun damage and Post inflammatory Hyperpigmentation on the body. Rough, flaky skin on the bottom of feet that make wearing sandals … Continue reading TCA vs JESSNER Peels & Acne
Lipids are CRUCIAL to the function of our skin. Our skins' acid mantle/barrier function needs lipids to trap water in inside the depths of our skin so that it is hydrated, supple, and healthy. Simple mistakes such as sun bathing/tanning to get rid of acne, over washing skin, using acids that are either too strong … Continue reading Acne & Lipids
Cleansers can throw off the pH Balance of your skin and contribute to breakouts & acne! Let me explain... We all have something called an Acid Mantle or a Lipid Barrier. It allows our skin to stay hydrated & creates a barrier against bacteria. When it breaks down, your pH levels change and your skin … Continue reading Acne & pH Balanced Skin
You should know something about me: I sit for hours and watch skin care and makeup tutorials. As a kid my favorite thing to do was watch my Mom, Grandma, and Aunts get ready for the day or for a girls night out. I was fascinated. I really don't know why but I just love … Continue reading Food For Thought
My Mom is all about buying skin care on Amazon these days. She bought a peel (behind my back without consulting me), she bought extractors (for my treatment room-very sweet of her), and I'm sure she bought a rash of things that I have forgotten at the moment. Mom is very generous and shared her … Continue reading Tony Moly Shiny Skin Soap Egg Pore
