KIKI SKIN SPA BLOG
GLYCATION – The Effect Sugar has on the Skin
Tis the season for lots of Holiday sweets. We all deserve to indulge and enjoy. . . . in Moderation. A diet heavy in refined and added sugars usually results in medical issues as well as skin problems. Sugar causes your blood sugar level to surge which triggers inflammation throughout the body. Inflammation will cause breakouts on the skin surface. It can also aggravate skin conditions such as acne, eczema,
CAUSES AND REMEDIES FOR PUFFY EYES
Puffy Eyes (Periorbital Edema) refers to swelling around the eye area. The Puffiness may occur above or below the eyes and has many causes.The buildup of fluid gives the eyes the puffy appearance. Puffiness (PE) is not the same as having “bags” under the eyes, which is a natural part of aging. Instead, it is a health condition and is usually temporary. Some of these conditions are caused by allergic
NOT ALL ACIDS ARE CREATED EQUAL
The word Acid has the connotation of a harsh and dangerous substance, however, it’s association with skincare is entirely different. The acids in skincare products are from natural sources and have been for a very long time. The percentage of the acids determines the way the skin will react to them. It is important to apply the appropriate Acid in the correct way to transform your skin without a prescription.
Transitioning Your Skin from Summer to Fall
As Summer winds down, it is time to prepare your skin for the cooler temperatures. Whatever sun damage has been done should be addressed and treated with skin care products and treatments. During the Summer months the skin’s dermis thickens from heavy SPF, sweat and sun. This all gets trapped in the skin. When the season changes all of that buildup starts to surface which is why it is normal
Teen Facials
It is never too early to begin caring for your skin. The start of puberty is a good guideline to begin Teen Facials. It is the time when skin begins to change and when blackheads, bumps and acne start to appear. Teen Facials will help with those issues along with dehydration, irritation, and sunburn. Regularly-scheduled Teen Facials help to avoid picking at pimples and thus prevent scarring. Healthy, Blemish-Prone skin can