Peek into any professional make-up artist’s kit, and you’re bound to find a can of Avene’s iconic Thermal Spring Water, first used back in 1743. The product is popular with artists for prepping the skin before make-up application and refreshing the look once it’s complete. Not only that, but it also soothes inflammation, treats redness, and calms damaged skin. What can’t the Avenue Thermal Spring Water do? If you need further convincin...

Once you experience that first tingle from exfoliating your skin – the sign that the product is working its magic – there’s no going back. There’s no skincare product available quite like an exfoliator to smooth, brighten, and freshen your skin, whether you opt for a physical scrub or a chemical toner. But there’s too much of a good thing when it comes to exfoliation. Overindulging can leave your skin looking red, irritated,...

Our society is in an age of questioning. We’re examining our daily practices and products, asking why things are done the way they are, and investigating whether there’s a better way. This has taken place in nearly every part of our lives, and that includes skin care. From this drive to question and look for a better way, the clean beauty movement has been born.What does that term mean, exactly, and is it something you should be looking into...

It’s springtime, and as the weather gets warmer, it’s more important than ever to invest in a high-quality SPF cream. The EltaMD UV Clear SPF 46 is an oil-free formula designed not only to protect your complexion from the sun but to treat sensitive skin types prone to unwanted breakouts, rosacea, and discoloration. Lightweight and silky, the formula is perfect for wearing with makeup or alone so you can enjoy the warmer months whil...

Tell me if this sounds familiar: your skin has an uneven redness or a constant low level of irritation, and no matter what you do, it won’t go away. You’ve tried skin masks, soothing products, you name it – your skin just can’t seem to calm down. What gives? The culprit may be a factor you’ve probably never considered before: your skin’s pH balance. Let’s get a quick lesson in pH 101 (I promise it will be more interesting than your...