Allies of Skin

Many of you probably already know this, but your daily skincare routine has a direct impact on the way your face appears in the mirror, even if you are one of those people blessed with beautiful skin. As the body’s largest organ, our skin works hard to protect the body from harmful elements. Keeping this in mind, let’s take a look at how to care for your face and keep it clear and healthy in three simple but effective ways. Wash Your Face Our faces come into contact with dirt and environmental pollutants every day, not to mention the sweating that occurs. It would make sense then to wash your face in the morning and at night to rid your skin of impurities and prevent clogged pores, acne, and dullness. Don’t overdo it though by scrubbing too hard. Also, be sure to use a formula that doesn’t strip your skin of its natural oils. The facial cleanser you should use depends on the type of skin you have. You want to look for formulas that provide essential nutrients and ...

If the harshness of winter wasn’t kind to your skin, you aren’t alone. Fortunately, warmer days are ahead. As we transition into more sunshine-filled days, it’s a worthwhile endeavor to get those beautiful faces into tip-top shape. Get your skin spring ready with the four following tips.  Exfoliate for Excellence  Winter weather likely left its mark by giving you dry, flaky skin. If that’s indeed the case, remove those dead skin cells from the top layer of your face by gently exfoliating a couple of times a week, depending on your skin type. As summer approaches you will be shedding more dry skin, so exfoliating will help prevent your pores from getting clogged. Regular exfoliation ensures that your skin renews itself properly too. You may even want to kick off the warm season by doing a chemical peel or other dermatological treatments as needed. Brighten with Vitamin C A powerful vitamin C moisturizer or serum is well-kno...