If summer left behind a few things you'd rather not keep, fall can be a good time to talk about skin renewal. Colorado gives us a lot to love: sunshine, blue skies, long days outside and plenty of reasons to be outdoors. It also gives our skin a lot to deal with. By fall, [...]
Skincare isn't a beauty thing. It's a self-care thing. And guys are paying attention. For a long time, skincare was treated like something that belonged in the “beauty” category. Women had routines. Men had...soap. Thankfully, that idea is starting to feel pretty outdated. More men are paying attention to their skin, and usually, they're [...]
Your skin had a busy summer. Here’s how to get it back on track. Summer in Colorado is hard to beat. Long days outside, weekends in the mountains, patio dinners, vacations, and probably a little more sun than you intended. Your skin, however, may not be quite as enthusiastic about all of it. By [...]
Summer in Colorado means sunshine, hiking, pool days, and time outdoors—but it also brings unique challenges for your skin. Many people assume that summer skincare simply means wearing sunscreen. While SPF is essential, your skin is also affected by heat, higher UV exposure, sweat, dry mountain air, and increased outdoor activity. With a few [...]
As summer winds down and school routines begin again, it's the perfect time to reset—not just your schedule, but your skincare routine too. Colorado's dry climate, high altitude, and intense UV exposure can take a toll on your skin. Add in sports, changing weather, and busy mornings, and it's easy for healthy skincare habits [...]
One of the biggest misconceptions about cosmetic injectables is that everyone will know you've had them. The reality is quite the opposite. When injectables are performed thoughtfully and conservatively, the goal isn't to change how you look—it's to help you look refreshed, rested, and naturally confident. At Barris Laser & Skincare in Boulder, we [...]
The under-eye area is usually the first place people notice change. It is also the area most people misread. In Boulder and across Colorado, we see this all the time. People assume they suddenly need “stronger skincare” or more aggressive treatments, when what is actually happening is much simpler: the skin around the eyes [...]
In Boulder and across Colorado, summer skincare looks different than in most places. It is not humid. It is dry, high altitude, and high UV exposure. That combination creates one of the most overlooked skin challenges in dry climate skincare: constant moisture loss. At Barris, we see it every summer. Skin that feels tight [...]
July is UV Safety Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to evaluate your sun protection habits and take steps to safeguard your skin from sun damage, premature aging, and skin cancer. At Barris Laser & Skincare, we see firsthand how Colorado's climate and lifestyle can impact skin health. While spending time outdoors is [...]
Many people think skin aging begins in their 40s or 50s. In reality, collagen production starts slowing in your late 20s, long before most visible signs of aging appear. Collagen is the protein that gives skin its firmness, strength, and elasticity. As collagen levels decline, you may begin to notice fine lines, larger pores, [...]
