April 4 is Vitamin C Day, and while we often think of Vitamin C for immune health, it also offers many benefits for the hair, skin, and nails. ( Find a post about antioxidants in skincare here. ) Vitamin C benefits for the skin: Brightens and evens the skin tone: Vitamin C can inhibit melanin production, helping to fade brown spots and hyperpigmentation. It also brightens the skin tone, great for transitioning to spring and summer skincare. Boosts collagen production: Vitamin

In honor of National Skin Barrier Day on Thursday, March 12, we're diving deep into this mysterious term. What is the skin barrier? What does it do, and what do people mean when they say they damaged it? How can you repair your skin barrier? We'll tackle all these questions and more below! What is the skin barrier? You may know that your skin is made up of layers . According to Heathline, " The outermost layer is called the stratum corneum . Some people describe this as a 'br

In honor of Hyaluronic Acid Day on January 21, we're taking a look into this widely-used skincare ingredient. What is hyaluronic acid? How can it help your skin? What are the best ways to use it? We've got the answers to all these questions and more. What is hyaluronic acid? According to the Cleveland Clinic , hyaluronic acid is "a gooey, slippery substance that your body produces naturally." It's been found in the joints, eyes, and skin. Hyaluronic acid has many functions i

There's nothing worse than waking up with a red, irritated pimple on any day of the week, let alone when there's an important event around the corner. While there are many different causes of acne (hormones, sleep, diet, environment, etc.), we're generally talking about light breakouts here. If you have persistent acne and heavy breakouts, we recommend seeing a dermatologist. Why do you get acne? Acne happens when pores become blocked by excess oil and dead skin cells, causin

If you, like many Americans, enjoyed all the delicious Thanksgiving food you could get your hands on, but see your skin is screaming in protest, we've got you covered. Here's our guide to helping your skin bounce back after too much turkey (or pumpkin pie!), so you can get back to your Black Friday and Small Business Saturday shopping in style: Hydrate: We know--a lot of our posts begin this way, but don't underestimate the importance of drinking water. After that giant Than

You know a daily skincare routine helps your skin look and feel its best, but how do you choose from the thousands of products that are on the market? Knowing your skin type and understanding what it means are the first steps toward choosing products that are right for you. The American Academy of Dermatologists recognizes five primary skin types: oily, dry, normal, combination, and sensitive. Since each of these skin types has its own unique characteristics and needs, the pr

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