Our 5 year Anniversary is at the end of the month and we want to celebrate all week long with you! Monday, October 23rd – Diamond Glow/Skinmedica Event Book a Diamond Glow and receive a $50 SkinMedica credit Book your appointment! Tuesday, October 24th – Bonus Treat Yourself Tuesday Alastin Expert in Homewood office from 9-12 Alastin gift with…
With all the choices, ads, and influencers out there claiming you must use their products, skincare can be overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be! Stick to the A B C’s to help build a great regimen. A – Vitamin A (retinol): Retinols are applied in the evening after cleansing your skin and can come in different variations and strengths.…
Are your bathroom shelves and drawers filled with products? Do you ever pick one up and wonder, “Is this still good?”. Keep reading to find out if you should use that cream that has been hiding in your drawer or if it is time to toss it. Sunscreen – The FDA requires that all sunscreens remain at their original strength…
If you plan a ski trip this winter make sure to protect your skin on the slopes! Skiers are at a higher risk for skin cancer because sunlight is stronger at higher elevations and rays reflect off the snow. Here are some tips to stay sun safe while skiing: Make sunscreen a part of your ski gear bag so you…
You may find that eczema flare-ups occur more often or get worse in the winter. The combination of dry air and indoor heating can dry out your skin. Eczema flares up because the skin can’t stay moist on its own. Flare-ups can also be caused by wearing too many layers of clothing, taking hot baths, or using too many blankets…
Dry, winter air can compromise the skin barrier and the skin’s ability to protect itself. Using antioxidants can help support skin that is already compromised from damaging free radicals. Free radicals are unstable atoms that can damage cells and cause illness and aging. They come from internal and external factors, such as smoke, pollution, and ultraviolet radiation from sun exposure.…