Skin barrier health is a hot topic right now – right along with the subsequent ways of addressing it. Words like skin barrier and ceramides are popular search terms on Google, causing a good deal of confusion among the average client with the number of ways to support the barrier and even more ways of compromising it. One such method of support is to place…

All skin can be subjected to inflammation. Inflammation is the body’s defense mechanism in response to negative stimuli. Professionals are trained that in a controlled setting, inflammation can be beneficial to skin. However, when this type of inflammation, known as acute inflammation, persists, it progresses into chronic inflammation resulting in inflammaging. {mprestriction ids="3,4,26,18,6,7,8,9,14,18"} INFLAMMATION Acute inflammation is induced to treat concerns such as acne, wrinkles,…

Skin is comprised of a unique ecosystem of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses. This ecosystem is referred to as the microbiome and consists of 10 to 100 trillion symbiotic cells. Oxidative stress and inflammation from either diet or environment can alter and create imbalances that can damage or harm skin. Thus, one’s skin condition is impacted by their gut health. In 1826, Jean…

It is well known that retinol is a powerhouse ingredient in the skin care world. There have been numerous clinical studies to back this up. The benefits are huge; it minimizes acne, brightens skin, boosts collagen, and is great for reducing fine lines and wrinkles. Regardless of the strength, it will always speed up the cellular turnover process allowing cells to behave in a more…