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Peptides are a bit of a buzzword or buzz-ingredient these days, but what are they? In honor of National Peptide Day on August 8, we're bringing you a guide to peptides! Let's break down what this ingredient is and how it can help your beauty routine. What are peptides? A peptide is a short chain of two to 100 amino acids linked by chemical bonds. Think of them as smaller, simpler versions of protein. They act as vital cellular messengers in the body, regulating hormones, immu

You've probably heard us talk about exfoliation before. Maybe you exfoliate your face and body regularly, or just get a facial once in a while. Maybe you've never exfoliated at all! This week, we're shedding some light on why it's important to shed that dead skin on your face and body. What is exfoliation? But first: What is exfoliation? Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from your skin's surface, whether through chemical or physical exfoliation. Chemical

July 8 is National Love Your Skin Day, and at Salon Patrice, we're all about helping you love your skin, whether it's through a custom facial, helping you find skincare products to create your best routine, or assisting with a makeup application for an event. While loving your skin should happen year-round, this day is a great time to evaluate your routine and give your skin a little extra TLC. Here are our tips to celebrate Love Your Skin Day: Evaluate your routine: Your ski

In honor of Clean Beauty Day on June 4, we're tackling the big questions surrounding this term. What is clean beauty? How do I find "clean" products, and what should I look for? We'll do our best to tackle what the term means, and what it means for you. What is clean beauty? The reason there is so much confusion around "clean beauty" is because there is no one definition in the industry. Some people think of clean beauty as products without the harmful ingredients banned in t

We know there are tons of nutrients in milk, but have you ever thought about tapping into them for your skin? Milk baths have actually been used since ancient times to boost the health and appearance of the skin. So why think about milk? According to the Cleveland Clinic, the average consumer spends approximately $1,000 on skincare and beauty products per year. Many consumers are also searching for transparency in ingredients, suffer from sensitivity, or are looking for more

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

Now that the weather is warming up and we're getting more sunshine each day, it's time to start thinking about transitioning your winter skincare to spring. During fall and winter, we focus on getting skin the extra hydration it needs. During the spring and summer, there is more moisture in the air, so your skin won't dry out as quickly. However, some skin conditions don't fare as well in the spring and summer, such as excess oil, hyperpigmentation, and sun sensitivity. Here'

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