Keep Safe and Protected in the Sun

Mother spreading sunscreen on her daughter's face

With summer fast approaching it’s important to start thinking about sun protection and safety.

With summer fast approaching it's important to start thinking about sun protection and safety. Excessive sun exposure can cause sunburn, skin damage, skin cancer, cataracts, and heat stroke. These are just some of the reasons why it's so important to take precautions when spending time in the sun. That and you don't want to end up with an embarrassing tan line somewhere it shouldn't be. Time of day: The sun's rays are most powerful during the hours from 11 am to 4 pm. It is best if you can ... Continue Reading

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Winter Skin Rx

winter beauty

Keep winter skin from getting dry and flaky with these five simple tips.

Dry, heated indoor temperatures and cold outdoor air can wreak havoc on your skin. Add in rigorous hand washing and antibacterial cleansers (it is flu season after all) and you’ve got yourself a moisture emergency.  Even if you live in a climate with a mild winter, your skin care routine still needs to be switched up. Brush up. Dry air means parched skin. Help minimize flakiness and encourage cell turnover by exfoliating at least twice a week. If your skin is oily, you can use a mild ... Continue Reading

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