Blog — Skin Concerns
What is pH-balanced skincare?
Unsure about what pH-balanced skincare is and why it's important? Here's a quick skin science lesson for you.
The Miracle of Ceramides for Your Dry Skin
We know that dealing with dry skin can be tough, especially in dry climates, or during harsh winters. Here's the good news - there's a natural ingredient that can work wonders for your skin: ceramides. They're like a secret weapon against dryness, we've recently incorporated them within our Balance Moisture and Intense Moisture formulations, and we're here to tell you all about them! What are ceramides? Ceramides are natural fats that are naturally occurring within the outer layer of your skin. They help keep all the good stuff, like water, in and all the bad stuff, like pollution and UV...
Managing Acne-prone Skin
We've all been sold products that claim to instantly cure acne. Tired of it? - You're not alone. We’re not going to promise you perfect skin, but we can help you heal and support it. If your skin is feeling oily, congested and angry, here are the basics to supporting your skin through uneasy times and preventing future breakouts. What causes breakouts? Breakouts are due to too much sebum (oil) being produced by the skin. When oil gets trapped in the pores with dead skin cells, this causes infection by bacteria and creates havoc. Controlling hormonal acne Hormonal acne, breakouts...
6 Tips for Helping Dry Skin
Take your skin from dry, flaky and compromised to plump, dewy and protected. When it comes to dry skin, we know how to help, what ingredients to look for and how to factor them into your daily routine. How to tell if I have dry skin? Dry skin is a skin type, just like oily or combination skin. Dry skin is genetic and is caused by a lack of oil or lipids produced. These oils and lipids are key players in the skin’s barrier function. Without them, the skin cannot function at its best, causing the skin to become vulnerable...