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Beauty Sleep: What Your Skin Does While You Snooze

Beauty Sleep: What Your Skin Does While You Snooze

Posted by Ellie Swain on Jan 13th 2023

We’ve all rolled out of bed in the morning, running low on sleep, and have noticed our skin looking far less than perfect. A good night’s sleep is essential to waking up alert and full of energy, but if you get enough quality pillow time, will you also wake up with better skin? Various health benefits come from getting enough sleep, and it turns out there really is a reason why people call it ‘beauty sleep’. Getting enough sleep is...
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What is Lactic Acid, and How Does It Benefit The Skin?

What is Lactic Acid, and How Does It Benefit The Skin?

Posted by Ellie Swain on Dec 23rd 2022

Back in Ancient Egyptian times, Cleopatra would soak in milk for softer, smoother skin while unknowingly reaping the benefits of the exfoliating acid present in sour milk – lactic acid. While applying spoiled milk to your skin to soften fine lines and tackle blemishes sounds a bit unbelievable, that’s pretty much what lactic acid does. We’re not suggesting you splash rotten milk onto your face nightly, though, so don’t worry. But you...
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Glycolic Acid, Explained: Everything You Need To Know

Glycolic Acid, Explained: Everything You Need To Know

Posted by Nikki Wisher on Dec 20th 2022

What is it that separates a good skin care product from a bad one? Why do some products seem to magically glow up your skin like Cinderella’s fairy godmother while others just fall flat (or worse, spark breakouts or other issues)? It comes down to the ingredients, of course, but how do you know which ingredients will make a product work for your skin?While the best ingredients will vary from person to person based on skin type and skin needs...
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Beauty Rituals From Around The World To Try At Home

Beauty Rituals From Around The World To Try At Home

Posted by Ellie Swain on Dec 17th 2022

From beer baths in Germany to sugar scrubs in Egypt, it can be fascinating to learn about how communities around the world practice their beauty routines. Over time, some beauty practices have become popular here in the US and elsewhere. Let’s get to know the beauty ingredients, skincare secrets, and other cosmetic rituals that are practiced around the world - maybe they’ll give you some inspiration too. Shea Butter in Uganda...
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Halloween Skin Care Tips for Wicked Good Skin

Halloween Skin Care Tips for Wicked Good Skin

Posted by Nikki Wisher on Oct 20th 2022

The season of haunts and horrors is upon us, and you probably have your entire costume dreamed up in your head, down to the last terrifying detail. Or maybe you’re more of the “wing it” type. Either way, no one wants to wake up the day after a great Halloween party with a bone-chilling breakout or some frightful inflammation. And that, fellow Halloween revelers, is why we’re here. Enjoying Halloween while keeping your beautiful skin...
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