Advice from an Aesthetician

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Why Do I Keep Breaking Out? Understanding How Acne Forms
Why Do I Keep Breaking Out? Understanding How Acne Forms
So what is acne really and how does acne form?  Acne is a genetic condition of the pore. And if you are someone who is acne-prone, your dead skin cells are... Read more...
How Long Before My Wedding Should I Start Facials and Professional Skincare?
How Long Before My Wedding Should I Start Facials and Professional Skincare?
If you're reading this, congratulations to the future Mrs.! How cool is it that you literally get to have a huge party celebrating you and the person you love, with... Read more...
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Breastfeeding-Safe Skincare
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Breastfeeding-Safe Skincare
If you're reading this, congratulations!  Whether you're expecting or currently breastfeeding, this is such a special season of life. Half of my clients right now are pregnant or breastfeeding, which... Read more...
Why is My Vitamin C Irritating My Skin?
Why is My Vitamin C Irritating My Skin?
Vitamin C is one of the most talked about skincare ingredients, and for a good reason. It helps protect your skin from pollution, UV rays, and other environmental stressors that... Read more...
Is Sitting By the Bonfire Making My Acne Worse?
Is Sitting By the Bonfire Making My Acne Worse?
Your Fourth of July bonfire might be heating up more than just your golden-toasted or burnt marshmallow. If you are acne-prone, sitting around the bonfire doesn't mean that you are... Read more...
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 Skincare Essentials for Healthy Skin
Summer Skincare Essentials for Healthy Skin
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...
What Does Vitamin C Do for Your Skin?
What Does Vitamin C Do for Your Skin?
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... Read more...
Is Your Skin Dry or Dehydrated? Here's How to Tell
Is Your Skin Dry or Dehydrated? Here's How to Tell
I saw this twice this week. They thought their skin was dry, but their skin said otherwise. I welcomed two guests into my space and they both came in thinking... Read more...
Why Your Skincare Routine Needs a True Purpose
Why Your Skincare Routine Needs a True Purpose
"I finally feel like I have a purpose for my skincare routine now."  That's what one of my guests said to me after I walked her through her homecare regimen.... Read more...
The Order to Apply Your Skincare Products
The Order to Apply Your Skincare Products
This could be impacting your skincare routine. Just like my 5th grade math teacher Mr. M always said, "order of operations matters" and he was right, even when it comes... Read more...
Dermatologist, Aesthetician, or Skin Influencer: Which One Do I Actually Need?
Dermatologist, Aesthetician, or Skin Influencer: Which One Do I Actually Need?
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... Read more...
Why Someone Else's Skincare Routine Isn't Working for You
Why Someone Else's Skincare Routine Isn't Working for You
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,... Read more...