Wondering If You Need A Makeup Remover? You Do.
Because what goes on, must come off, and makeup removers do that faster and more completely than just cleansing. Why is this even important? 1) Makeup Isn’t Sleepwear Some makeup (like Skintelligent Beauty) may be safer and more skin-loving than others that contain allergens and comedogens, but all makeup has to come off at the end of the day. Sleep is when […]
How To Do A Skin Fast
At VMV Hypoallergenics, we have received less than 0.1% reports of reactions in over 30 years, and almost all of those reactions were due to us not being able to make recommendations based on the individual’s patch test results, incorrect use of the product, a cross reaction with another product, or an underlying irritation that might […]
How Is “pH” A “Thing” In Skincare, And Can It Help Eczema?
Marcie Mom from EczemaBlues.com interviews Laura, CEO of VMV Hypoallergenics, to find out more about product claims and why they’re important when choosing your skin care…particularly if you or your child have eczema. pH Q: Is pH important in skincare for eczema? What does it mean if something says that it is “pH-balanced?” A: pH-balanced is an interesting […]
Are “Non-Drying” Products Important If I Have Eczema?
Marcie Mom from EczemaBlues.com interviews Laura, CEO of VMV Hypoallergenics, to find out more about product claims and why they’re important when choosing your skin care…particularly if you or your child have eczema. Non-Drying Q: What does “Non-Drying” mean, and is it important in products for the management of eczema? A: Non-drying should mean just that: will not […]
Makeup Isn’t Sleepwear: Let Your Skin Rest & Recover
Some makeup may be safer and more skin-loving than others that contain allergens and comedogens, but ALL makeup has to come off at the end of the day. The obvious reasons, we already know: keeping makeup on overnight is keeping your entire day on overnight. For sensitive skin, increased exposure to anything can increase the risk of a […]
Allergic Family Bathes Pets in Hypoallergenic Washes!
Anna is highly allergic (she’s one of the last-stop testers for our products before we launch anything), and so are her kids. To reduce the risk of flare-ups, she makes sure that their home is as hypoallergenic as can be. This means allergy-prevention is a top priority in everything from personal care products to laundry soap, bedsheets […]
Turn Drab Into FAB With These Four Gorgeous Looks!
The cold and dark can make it hard to get back into the rhythm of a new year…or to get out of bed! What can help? Makeup tricks that are super quick but deliver maximum impact. They help you get out of the door quicker but not look like you rushed it. Powerful makeup can be a great […]
The Best Virgin Coconut Oil Should Smell Like…Nothing?
For many people, part of the allure of coconut oil is its characteristic odor, reminiscent of a tropical paradise and festive, delicious food. But as a general rule, the stronger the scent of a coconut oil, the less pure it is. This is not necessarily a bad thing: coconut oil is so good for you that even impure […]
Gentle (Beneficial!) Shaving: The Skin-Saving Shave
Skin-Saving Shaving VMV’s literal dad (husband to our founding dermatopathologist, my mother) loved to shave. It was his time for quiet contemplation and self tending. Yet it took a while for shaving to catch on at VMV because my side of the family, being Filipino and without a rich depilatory tradition, didn’t see the big deal…until my […]