What Was Meant To Help You May Hurt You—Ease Up On The Topical Steroids
It’s a cruel irony: steroids intended to calm extreme itching and inflammation may cause them… …and other, more serious problems. Topical steroids can be necessary and incredibly effective at easing the itch and inflammation of very bad flare-ups or allergic reactions. But use with caution. Some steroids are top allergens (Corticosteroids were the American Contact […]
Your Makeup Brushes Could Be Causing Your Acne Or Sensitive Skin…Clean (& Choose!) Them Carefully: 30-Day Healthy Skin Challenge
Why? Anything that touches your skin daily can hurt, or help, your skin. Makeup brushes come into direct contact with your skin regularly. They should get a good cleaning to prevent triggering an infection. Makeup brushes pick up minute traces of moisture, sweat and bacteria, and transfer them back and forth between product and skin. […]
How To Cleanse Your Skin? Think Goldilocks…Not Too Little, Not Too Much
In all things cleansing, aim for: just right. Cleansing skin is a daily must for basic hygiene. But you can definitely do it wrong. Some of the basics to keep in mind: Over cleansing can dry out the skin. Why this is awful for already-dry skin is obvious. But it can also impede effective acne therapy […]
Drink Lots Of Water: 30-Day Healthy Skin Challenge
Your body needs water. Your skin needs water. Drink water. It really is that important. While water alone can’t keep skin healthy — enough sleep, good nutrition, plus a good skincare regimen that includes proper cleansing, a moisturizer to prevent water loss (you’re seeing how important it is to prevent water loss, yes?) and strengthen the […]
Wash Your Face Before Going To Bed
…unless you want dirt and bacteria to build up at night. You brush your teeth at the end of the day because they’ve been exposed to food and bacteria. Now ask yourself: what has your skin been exposed to? Most of your skin spent the day protected from the elements (and general grossness) under clothing. But your […]
Sunscreen Isn’t Just For Summer (And Your Laptop Could Be Causing Your Dark Spots)
Sunscreen isn’t a summer thing. It’s as daily a must as brushing your teeth: both help you look great and prevent serious damage! You’re not out frolicking in the sun? It’s important to remember that sun damage is cumulative — every bit of exposure adds up. Your skin doesn’t “reset” when you’re back in the […]
Your Vitamins Or Meds Could Be Causing Your Skin Problems
Your Medication Is Important, But Could Be Affecting Your Skin A surprising variety of medications can cause acne, hyperpigmentation, and even skin sensitivity. Some vitamins and drugs known to be… …Acnegenic: T3 and T4 hormone supplements Vitamin B12 (alone or in multivitamins) Certain hair growth supplements Some neurologic medications and anti-depressants …Photosensitizers (can make skin […]
Clear Your Acne, Rashes, Darkening & Dryness With…Toothpaste?
The strangest things could be causing your skin problems… Like a deeper dental cleaning…but far, far more pleasant. …like toothpaste! If you have chronically chapped, flaking, or darkened lips; or acne, rashes, or hyperpigmentations on the jawline, or around the mouth and chin, you may have peri-oral dermatitis. Common culprits include fluorides, flavors, dyes, preservatives […]
Wedding-Perfect Skin: 10 BRIDE Ideas To Prep Your Skin For The Big Day!
Planning your skin as well as your wedding? My, what a BRIDE idea! Fact: Many brides give themselves about a year to book venues, find the perfect dress and plan the reception. Fact: This year of planning will have its (warning: understatement alert) moments of stress. Fact: Stress is a reliable trigger of myriad skin problems, from rosacea and eczema flare-ups, to […]