How to look after your skin during the festive season

The festive season is filled with food for the soul, but it can take a toll on your skin. Here are some common concerns at this time of the year, and how to prevent and treat them. via GIPHY But between the icy cold weather, indoor heating, and going overboard on food and merriment, our… Read more »

The Effects of Menopause on Your Skin and Hair

Menopause can lead to changes in your skin and hair. Here are the most common ones and how to treat them. Menopause is one of life’s many eventualities that all women will go through at some stage. It is diagnosed when a woman has gone a year without menstruating and has no other biological or… Read more »

Switch up your skincare routine this fall

With fall comes cold, crisp air, and indoor heating – both of which can be bad for your skin. Here are skincare changes to make this season for skin that is clear and comfortable. The leaves are turning warm shades of red, orange, and brown and the smell of pumpkin spice latte is in the… Read more »

How to keep your skin cool and comfortable during a heatwave

Is your skin feeling hot and bothered this summer? Here’s how to keep it comfortable during a heatwave. Everyone enjoys the warm days and balmy nights of summertime. A 2004 study by the University of Michigan even indicated that just 30 minutes outside in pleasant weather can elevate your mood. However, this year various parts… Read more »

The Skin Stress Connection

Skin stress. Is there a connection? Are you feeling tired, overwhelmed, short on time? Have you noticed dark circles or bags under your eyes? Maybe a new rash, some hair loss, or perhaps it feels as though your psoriasis is always flaring? Heed your body’s warnings. There is a powerful connection between your skin and… Read more »

How Birth Control Affects the Skin

If you’re a teenager or a woman in perimenopause, you’re likely dealing with a host of symptoms related to fluctuating hormones. You might have sought help from your doctor or been prescribed birth control to improve acne, PMS symptoms, and other health concerns. Or maybe you’ve used birth control for years to prevent pregnancy. But… Read more »

How to Protect Skin from Winter Conditions

Winter skin conditions are problematic for many, especially those with eczema and psoriasis. The cold, dry air robs the skin of moisture, and shorter days can cause flare-ups and plaques to worsen due to less time in the sun. While many people enjoy hitting the ski slopes or pick-up games of pond hockey in winter,… Read more »

5 Skin Care Resolutions For The New Year

Skin Care Resolutions For The New Year If 2020 taught us anything, it’s that less is more, there is beauty in simplicity, and video calls don’t mask our flaws. In an era of airbrushing and photo apps, authenticity always wins. Sometimes you have to go back to the basics of self-care. The same goes for… Read more »