Skin Smarts

Peptides. Just Can’t Live Without Them.

They’re bit complex so we’ll break down the science behind them and what makes them tick -- what they do for our skin and body, how they work and keeping them topped up. Essentially Peptides are st...

It’s Not Your Imagination. Your Hair May be Suffering too.

Oh what a year it was -- unprecedented levels of anxiety brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, lapsed hair routines and pony tails the style of choice. So now as we look back on a year that’s unlike...

Slugging. What it’s All About

When new uses of beloved products catch-on, we’re thrilled. The one we’re talking about right now is called “slugging” – an intense moisturizing technique with an unglamourous name. But far be it f...

What Are Ceramides?

For something as important to the skin as ceramides are, they’re better known by name than by function. So, let’s start with understanding they are naturally produced by the skin. Known as lipids, ...

Dark Circles and Puffy Eyes. No One Wants Them.

Even though they’re not serious, they bother us and, we can tell you, concealer is not the answer. Before, we get into what is the answer, let’s talk a bit about what we’re dealing with. Dark Circl...

Pollution Messes with Your Hair Too!

Most of us are familiar with the danger of pollutants to the skin (if, not have a quick read here). The inflammation, pigmentation and breakouts – all unwanted – are taking a similarly nasty toll o...

Professional Peels: What They’re Really Good At

Let’s start with those impressive results. Often even after one treatment. Once the clearing away of dull surface cells starts, there’s no halting the improvement in fine lines, acne, discoloration...

Pollution. The Silent Aggressor.

It’s unlikely we feel it happening. Somewhat surprising because pollutant damage doesn’t just sit on the surface of your skin, it can actually seep deep into it. Once there, it speeds up the deteri...

It’s Official. L’ERGOTHIONEINE [EGT] is the One Antioxidant You Need.

  When you hear about an ingredient like EGT that’s celebrated cosmetically and medically, you have to pay attention. Especially if it’s as powerful as an anti-photoager as it is a natural defense-...

Another Fall-Out of the Pandemic

  If you’re finding more hair in your hair brush, on your clothes, going down the drain and everywhere you look, you’re not alone. Dermatologists tell us they are seeing an increase in patients pan...