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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

Did you know that Salon Patrice carries essential oils? We offer 100% pure essential oils in rollers and can make custom blends. But first, what are essential oils? What are essential oils? Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts that capture the plant's scent and/or flavor (think peppermint, lavender, and lemon). They're often used in aromatherapy, perfumes, for cooking, and for health benefits such as stress relief, sleep, and relaxation. The first important t

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

We've done posts about why it's important to get manicures and pedicures , and even scalp facials . It's about time we talked about why it's important to invest in a facial! We offer many different customized facial services ( find them all here ) at Salon Patrice, so we're here to share why you should get a facial: But first: What is a facial? Facials are noninvasive treatments that deeply cleanse, exfoliate, extract (in the case of blackheads or acne), treat problem areas

We've talked recently about hair care myths and nail myths , so now it's time to bust those skincare myths! There is a lot of misinformation floating around on the internet, so we're here to guide you toward making the best, healthiest choices for your skin. Here are the top skincare myths we're busting: You don't need sunscreen on cloudy days: Definitely a myth. The fact is that UV rays can penetrate clouds, and up to 80% of UV rays can reach your skin on cloudy days. On c

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

Guys, you have skin too, and it's important to take care of it! It doesn't need to be complicated, but a simple morning and evening...

Last week, we talked about the health benefits of CBD oil . This week, we're talking about the beauty benefits of CBD and everything it...

Summer Skincare Tips Memorial Day is the unofficial kickoff to the summer season. Now that the holiday has come and gone, make sure your...

What is a high-frequency treatment, and how can it help me? Salon Patrice offers high-frequency treatments as an add-on for both our...