‘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’s surface. It can also aggravate skin conditions such as acne, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis. Ultimately, avoiding refined sugar will help reduce inflamed skin. Also, a diet high in sugar can damage elastin and collagen in the skin, increasing fine lines and sagging skin, especially in the neck

“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 reactions or infections. Lifestyle causes a person’s body to retain fluid: Lack of adequate sleep Having a diet that is high in sodium Frequently drinking alcohol, causing dehydration Obvious treatment options would be: Cut

The word acid has the connotation of a harsh and dangerous substance; however, its 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. It is possible to avoid irritation and maximize the acid’s anti-aging effect on the skin. Even the super-sensitive can use them. Unlike scrubs, the skin is not damaged by abrasives, so an acid is a

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 to have breakouts. It is time to switch from lightweight, oil-free products to a moisturizer that will increase hydration, along with the appropriate serums. Hydration indicates the skin’s water content, while moisture indicates the skin’s

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-free skin can improve one’s self-esteem. Facials can be relaxing and reduce anxiety levels by massaging pressure points on the face that are connected to the body’s systems. Additional benefits include: Preventing oil and impurities Getting rid of