"My daily skin care regimen is consistent; I never waiver! Every morning, I cleanse in the shower and apply toner as soon as I get out. I then use a vitamin C serum, lightweight hydrator, and SPF 50. At night, I cleanse twice and apply either a retinol serum or an intense cellular repair serum. I also use a nighttime moisturizer that is formulated to…

Many images that depict mindfulness or thoughtfulness often portray gorgeous people in beautiful locations and attempt to tell the viewer to relax and create beauty in their world. Unfortunately, there are not a lot of people who have time for beautiful emptiness. These images tell viewers that they should strive for a seemingly ridiculous, impossible ideal of perfection. When the viewer falls short, they often…

Do: Consult a skin care professional. Although clients may be tempted to try the latest product that is working for their friend, they should consult a professional before trying anything new. Explain to clients that only professionals can truly analyze the skin and recommend products that will be beneficial for their skin type.

A recent study led by researchers at University of Southern California (USC) discovered that "UV radiation resistance-associated gene (UVRAG)" suppresses tumors associated with skin cancer. While this gene was discovered almost 20 years ago, the researchers at USC only lately discovered how the gene works and what it does within the human body. UVRAG is now thought to play a significant role in repairing damage…