Lately it seems like the beauty community is abuzz with the benefits and wonders of facial oils. But are they really that good for your skin? And could moisturizers be better? It turns out both oils and moisturizers have pros and cons and hopefully after reading this post you will know which is right [...] More →
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Which is better for acne-prone skin: face oil or moisturizer?
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Before and After { Melanie }
Slideshow of Results (Multiple Images) Desktop: Click on the arrows to see all the slides; Mobile: Swipe through to see all the slides Melanie says: How long have you been using moss? 1-3 months. What products do you use? moss: Illumina, Potentci (the Dream Team!) What's your typical morning routine? My typical skincare routine is that I [...] More → -
Before and After { Brittany }
Slideshow of Results (Multiple Images) Desktop: Click on the arrows to see all the slides; Mobile: Swipe through to see all the slides Brittany says: How long have you been using moss? 12+ months. What products do you use? moss: Revele, Illumina, Potentci, Aurum What's your typical morning routine? Lemon Thyme Hydrosol, Potentci, Suncreen What's your [...] More → -
Before and After { Nicole C. }
Slideshow of Results (Multiple Images) Desktop: Click on the arrows to see all the slides; Mobile: Swipe through to see all the slides Nicole says: How long have you been using moss? 3-6 months. What products do you use? moss: Beurre Céleste, Revele, Illumina, Potentci, Aurum, Zen Physic AMBAR: Daily Antioxidant Primer, Soothing Moisture Fluid, and Micellar [...] More → -
What is the pH of an Oil Cleanser?
Oil Cleanser pH does not exist! As education about skin health is growing, we are becoming more aware of things like skin barrier health, skin microbiome, and skin pH as variables that we have a certain degree of control over and as components integral to optimizing skin health. A question I get asked often is what is [...] More → -
Review Round Up!
So excited to see moss and AMBAR being reviewed! It takes a huge amount of effort to test products consistently, then offer a well written review – often accompanied by photography that looks extremely professional! So when we get reviews, are are grateful to the max and know this, bloggers, we love and appreciate you …
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How to apply a spot treatment correctly
Believe it or not, there is a little bit of science and art to applying a spot treatment so you get the maximum efficacy out of it. Here’s how to apply a spot treatment correctly and a little bit of background on WHY you do it like this. I …
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Fall Skincare 2017 Rituals and Recipes
The needs of your skin most definitely change with the seasons and the transition seasons (Spring and Fall) are often the bumpiest waves to ride. I’m sharing the journey I’ve been on so far personally, in hopes of inspiring you. Late Summer During the later stages of my pregnancy (Early Summer), my skin got dry …
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The Strategy Behind a Holy Grail Spot Treatment
Non-drying Most people think spot treatments are supposed to work by “drying out” the pimple, and in fact, most spot treatments DO take this approach. They are packed with clays, or talc or alcohol or high percentages of benzoyl peroxide. In fact, one of the most iconic spot treatments literally calls itself a “drying lotion” …
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Autumn is Prime-Time For Exfoliation: Seasonal Exfoliation Hacks
Fall is the best time to exfoliate When we exfoliate in Autumn, we are typically accomplishing a few things. The summer sun may have left its mark on our skin, and a gentle exfoliation regimen may help fade hyperpigmentation. UV light also decreases the skin’s natural desquamation process, so we might be ending the season …
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How to exfoliate your skin from WITHIN (and WITHOUT using skincare)
Exfoliation can be a great assist to aging or acneic skin. As skin ages, cellular turnover slows, so skin can begin to look dull and rough. A natural process that takes two weeks for babies takes three to four weeks for teens. Once past your teens, your skin renews itself about every 30 to 40 …
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How to use facial oils correctly
Facial oils are deeply nourishing but can cause subtle inflammation and dehydration if used incorrectly. How to use facial oils correctly? Here are best practices. I love putting oil on my face so much. But a lot of people recoil at the thought of putting oil on their face or have tried it and had [...] More →