It's Back-To-School time and you know what that means: stress! Although we all get stressed out, the effects of stress on skin is especially evident in teens. Turns out that stress acts as a catalyst to breakouts by making skin glands pump out more oil. If that oil sits on skin and skin is not cleansed [...]
Having a skincare routine is like having a closet filled with clothes – the basics don't change much and are always in rotation, but a few items are worn less or more depending on the season. With that in mind, if you have exfoliation as part of your summer skincare routine (which you should!) it's important to [...]
Summer is the time when most people take off on vacation. But have you ever spent a long time in an airplane only to finally arrive at your destination with acne and/or dry skin? And have you ever wondered why that is? Turns out that the environment in an airplane's cabin is extremely dry because [...]
Ahhhh, Summer! The time of the year when our calendars fill with bbqs, beach vacations, hikes, picnics, gardening, etc. As much as we love these activities, all that time spent outside without sunscreen has its consequences, including aging skin and a higher chance of getting skin cancer. And while it seems everyone knows the risks of [...]
You're committed to your yoga practice and say Namaste to your mat on more days than not during the week. And while you can see your body getting stronger, is your skin starting to freak out? Sticky mats and sweaty classes can no doubt wreak havoc on skin, so how about getting as serious about [...]
With the opening of the outdoor pools, the last days of Boulder Valley schools, and the upcoming Creek Fest on the 28th, Summer feels as if it's upon us already. And while your heart and mind may be ready for the hot, Summer days ahead, is your skin? As Summer creeps up, don't be caught [...]
Sunscreen should be the last step of your skincare regimen before you head out into the world, that is if you want to protect your skin from developing skin cancer or prevent premature wrinkles. Your best defense against both is to wear sunscreen, especially at our exposure at altitude. As a fair-skinned person, I [...]
Did you know that the Boulder County Farmer's Market is rated as one of the best farmer's market in the country?! One visit and you can see why- vendors line up 13th Street selling the freshest produce and food items, all locally grown/made. But the next time you head out to the farmer's market, keep [...]
There's something about Spring that makes us want to clear things out, from the garage to the closet. But what about that medicine cabinet? How old are the products you're currently applying to your skin? Do you know? The expiration date of skincare products vary depending on the type of product you're applying. Below are some [...]
We get it, sometimes coming in to get a facial or other skincare treatment isn't as easy as you thought in today's fast-paced world. But don't fret- the good news is that even when you don't necessarily have the time or money to invest in your skin, there are three foolproof ways you can fake [...]
