For as much time as most of us spend on our facial skin (critiquing it, finding ways to make it look younger, investing time in it each day with our skincare routines), we all but ignore our skin everywhere else. That is, we ignore it until a problem pops up that we can’t overlook. For all too many of us, that problem is body acne.You’ve probably heard the term “bacne,” but truth be told, pimples can pop up anywhere on your body, and they’re neve...

Caring for your skin is essential, yet many do not know where to begin. The sound of a skin care routine sounds far-fetched, and the idea of putting one together seems impossible. But it does not have to be so complicated. A good starting point is determining where you could use the most healing, softening, or firming. Some individuals’ skin care routines feature numerous products, from body polishes to facial toners, lip masks, and antioxid...

It’s peak summertime which means it’s the perfect time of year for strappy sundresses, short-sleeved tops, and lounging out on the beach in your favorite bathing suit. While you may not have the time to stretch out in the sun for hours to develop a natural glowing tan, thankfully, faking it is easier than ever. Plus, spending too much time tanning in the sun doesn’t do our skin any favors in the long run (hello, premature aging!)No longer d...

July isn’t just a month to celebrate the US’s Independence Day or to spend our weekends at barbecues and parties with friends. As fun as those events may be, July is also Sulfate-Free Month at Skin Elite: a time when we raise awareness about sulfate-free products and their benefits.You’ve probably heard the term “sulfate-free” everywhere, from shampoo commercials to, well, skin care blogs. But what are sulfates and why might you want to nix them...

When browsing for beauty products, you may notice that some brands champion themselves as ‘sulfate-free’. But what exactly does sulfate-free mean, and is it important that we buy products without sulfates? If you’re unsure of the term and what it means, keep reading to learn what sulfates are, how they work, if we should avoid them, and so much more. What are Sulfates? The big question is – what exactly are sulfates? Sulfate...