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NEWA: effective at-home radio frequency for skin
There are so many skincare devices and tools getting attention right now in the beauty space that it can be overwhelming trying to pick the right one. And because influencers are constantly reviewing new devices, you can also find yourself with multiple devices that do the same thing because FOMO and the hype made you…
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Why Harper’s Bazaar is Wrong About Hyaluronic Acid
I’ll get right into it. This article from Harper’s Bazaar titled “Are You Misusing Hyaluronic Acid?” has been making the rounds for a while and causing quite a stir, making people wonder if hyaluronic acid is bad for their skin. We’ll be looking at the article today and the accuracy of its claims. For more…
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The Truth About Blue Light and Our Skin
Some links and codes may be affiliate. They add no cost to you, the reader, but help support the author and her content. If you’re a skincare device junkie like I am, you may have noticed that the longer wavelengths like red and near infrared have been very popular lately. Blue light, while widely known…
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Microcurrent Overview + Changing My Approach
Some links and codes may be affiliate. They add no cost to you, the reader, but help support the author and her content. My recent blog posts have been very science focused with lots of terms and links to various studies. Today’s post won’t necessarily be that as it’s also an update on my microcurrent…
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Red Light Therapy and Green Tea: Debunked?
Recently, the topic of green tea before red light therapy treatments has been discussed more than ever and I’ve received a lot of questions thanks to this video from Angie of Hot and Flashy. I’ve been a fan of this combination since making the switch to high powered LED devices last Spring and thought this…
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Skin Hydration: Deep Dive
Skin hydration is a topic that is discussed often yet somehow the importance is still overlooked. We often hear that the benefits are only temporary and that at most, it offers a transient brightening or plumping effect to the skin. In this follow-up to my 3 part Instagram series on hydration, I will be taking…
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How Deep Should You Be Microneedling?
Microneedling at home has been increasing in popularity and when done safely and correctly, I’m not necessarily against it. For me, it comes down to the person and how willing they are to do their research and invest in the right equipment and supplies. However, with the recent popularity of DIY treatments at home I’ve…
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Free Radicals, Oxidative Damage, and Our Skin
Some codes and links are affiliate. They add no cost to you but do help support the author and her content. Oxidative damage isn’t just caused by UV rays and doesn’t just cause photoaging. In fact, it even plays a role in inflammatory skin disorders like acne. I think this is an important topic and…
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Favorite Skincare Devices, Tools, and Treatments
Some links and codes may be affiliate. They add no additional cost to the buyer but help support the blog and the author’s other content. I had to do it. I’m a skincare nerd at heart and I can talk skincare ingredients and skin science all day but I have a soft spot for devices,…
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Skincare for Dry and Menopausal Skin
The weather is getting colder and many of us us have been dealing with dry skin, particularly dehydration. If you’re approaching or experiencing menopause, this can be even further exacerbated. I’ll be focusing on both of these skin concerns in the following post as they tie in together nicely and so this post can be…
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