Are You A Bumpy Baddie? All About Keratosis Pilaris
Posted by Nikki Wisher on Jan 13th 2025
We all want our skin to be smooth and supple. If you know
the delight of feeling your silky legs right after a shave or a wax, you know
exactly what I’m talking about. But if that joy is a rarity for you because of
tiny bumps on your skin, you might actually have a condition called keratosis
pilaris or KP. Don’t panic – it’s completely harmless. But getting your smooth
skin back starts with knowing what you’re dealing with, so here’s everything
y...
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Winter-Proof Your Lips: How to Beat Dryness and Chapping
Posted by Ellie Swain on Dec 9th 2024
Winter may be the season for snowfall and cozy woolen sweaters, but it’s also when your lips are most likely to feel dry, chapped, and uncomfortable. If it feels like your lips are constantly battling the cold, dry air and harsh winds, you’re not alone.
Unlike other parts of your skin, lips don’t have oil glands to protect them from moisture loss, which makes them extra vulnerable during the colder months. But fear not —...
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Does Coffee Hurt or Help Our Skin?
Posted by Ellie Swain on Dec 5th 2024
There’s nothing quite like that first sip of coffee in the morning. Whether it’s a smooth latte, a strong espresso, or a comforting cup of cappuccino, it’s a ritual many of us look forward to when we roll out of bed.
Coffee wakes us up, fuels our productivity, and, let’s be honest, makes the morning a little more bearable. But while coffee is our trusted companion in the battle against early mornings and long workdays, wh...
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Beer Baths: The Secret to Beautiful Skin or Just a Bubbly Fad?
Posted by Ellie Swain on Nov 5th 2024
Picture yourself sinking into a warm, frothy tub, the rich aroma of hops enveloping your senses. No, you’re not at a brewery tasting but indulging in a much-loved travel beauty trend: beer baths. It's a concept that might sound a bit strange at first - after all, who thinks of pouring their favorite lager into the bathwater?
But as unconventional as it may seem, this ancient practice is popular in modern wellness circles. So, do beer baths...
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What Does Salicylic Acid Do for Your Skin?
Posted by Nikki Wisher on Jun 11th 2024
When you’re shopping for skin care products, you see labels advertising that they have certain ingredients in them, like “now with retinol!” One of those ingredients you sometimes see called out on those labels is salicylic acid. Why is salicylic acid such a big deal that skin care brands will highlight it on their label? Should you be looking for products with salicylic acid?
What Is Salicylic Acid?
As you can tell from the nam...
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