Skin health is the main focus of many aestheticians. The skin is the largest elimination organ of the body. The skin is intimately involved in the body’s ability to self-heal by eliminating what the body does not want or need. Skin is not an isolated entity from the rest of the body, but rather one part of the whole synergistic organism. Skin health comes from…

Who doesn’t want to roll back the years, especially when it comes to the appearance of the skin? A centuries-old solution is found in gua sha, a time-tested treatment incorporating jade gua sha boards and traditional Chinese acupuncture points connected by meridian lines. Sharing that spotlight is the double jade stone roller, a very Instagrammable trend that is gaining popularity as an additional tool to…

Sensitized skin is not a skin type. It is skin that is triggered by internal and external factors, such as medications, sun exposure, diets, weather, and certain chemicals. Some skin care products may be too harsh to the skin. SKIN SENSITIVITY Exposure to stress, over-exfoliation, alcohol, smoking, a client’s lifestyle can cause skin sensitivity. This common condition is caused by a damaged barrier function that…

You always hear about the mind and body connection. But, what about the skin and gut connection?If an individual constantly eats a diet lacking in nutrients, they will suffer the consequences of inflammation.Skin is a person’s largest organ. It is made up of many, tiny living microorganisms that fight off harmful bacteria and keep the body’s bacteria balanced.This is the same for the gut.In order…