Advice from an Aesthetician

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Tretinoin for Acne? What No One Talks About
Tretinoin for Acne? What No One Talks About
Tretinoin is often used to treat acne, but here's something to know about Tretinoin, especially if you are someone who is acne-prone. And I know it can be considered a... Read more...
Stay Curious: A Conversation About Sunscreen, Chemicals, and Asking Questions
Stay Curious: A Conversation About Sunscreen, Chemicals, and Asking Questions
Ever since I've opened my business, I have really been putting myself out there, talking to other people, networking, and building more genuine relationships within my community. This week I... Read more...
Summer Skin Staples
Summer Skin Staples
As the weather changes, so does our skin. Summer is filled with fun! It also brings more sweat, humidity, pool days, beach days, and time spent outdoors, which can impact... Read more...
They Thought Their Skin was Dry, But Their Skin Said Otherwise
They Thought Their Skin was Dry, But Their Skin Said Otherwise
I saw this twice this week. I welcomed two guests into my space and they both came in thinking that their skin was dry, but their skin was telling me... Read more...
What's Stealing Your Glow?

What's Stealing Your Glow?

|Samantha Lake
You know those people, jobs, or relationships that leave you feeling drained? Your skin experiences something similar everyday. Free radicals are unstable molecules that are missing an electron. To become...
"I Finally Feel Like I Have a Purpose for My Routine Now."

"I Finally Feel Like I Have a Purpose for My Routine Now."

|Samantha Lake
"I finally feel like I have a purpose for my routine now."  That's what one of my guests said to me after I walked her through her homecare regimen. It's...
This Could Be Impacting Your Skin

This Could Be Impacting Your Skin

|Samantha Lake
Just like my 5th grade math teacher Mr. M always said, "order of operations matters" and he was right, even when it comes to your skincare routine.  What you use...
Dermatologist, Aesthetician, or Skin Influencer: Which One Do I Actually Need?

Dermatologist, Aesthetician, or Skin Influencer: Which One Do I Actually Need?

|Samantha Lake
Reneé Rouleau, a celebrity aesthetician over 35 years who I deeply admire says it best: "We do what dermatologists don't, and what skin influencers can't." Don't get me wrong, I...
Why What Worked For Their Skin, Didn't Work For You

Why What Worked For Their Skin, Didn't Work For You

|Samantha Lake
Have you ever wondered why a product worked for someone else's skin, but not for you?  Your skin isn't like anyone else's. The more that I've been working with skin,...