BY JANENE MASCARELLA | BEAUTIFY.TIPS BY KISSUSA | 06.29.2023 PHOTO | Dani Rendina/Unsplash When it comes to enhancing our beauty, we often seek out expensive skincare products and elaborate beauty treatments. However, sometim…
Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) are cleansing ingredients (aka: 'surfactants' or 'detergents') that are found in a number of personal care products, including facial cleansers, body washes and shampoos. As detergents, t…
Many consumers are concerned about whether or not algae is sustainable. Here are the facts: Harvesting of seaweed is regulated by the EU and Canada. As in fishing, there are seasons when and how you can harvest seaweed. In fact, the harvest seasons…
Almost 70 percent of rosacea episodes are triggered by flushing and blushing caused by drugs and cosmetic ingredients, according to the National Rosacea Society. Any ingredient or product that causes stinging, itching, burning, warming, reddening or…
A few weeks ago, I mentioned that infrared light 'curdles' collagen. One savvy listener called me out on it. So here's a little more info about the ray of light we love or hate, depending on your POV: First, a little background to my statement: man…
We're celebrating National Rosacea Awareness Month in a big way this April! Every episode will offer valuable insights, from how to identify the signs (there's more than just redness) to how to avoid triggers that can set off flushing and blushing. …
Earlier this year I mentioned something called the 'washout effect'. One of our listeners asked what that means, so here goes: This phrase describes what can happen when emulsifiers penetrate into fatty lipids between cells in the skin's barrier (s…
In early December, Sephora was named in a class action lawsuit that could change the future of Clean Beauty. Come back to this space to find out what our team at Facial Conscious has learned about who's behind the lawsuit and why their case is weak …
This week's podcast guest is Dr. Mark Lees, an icon in the global professional esthetics community who is a reknowned expert in successfully treating acneic skin. While the following article was published several years ago (a tip-off might be Dr. Ma…
As we move from summer to Fall, it’s essential to take stock of your skincare and diet routine to help yourself age your healthiest best. When it comes to the skin, there are no shortcuts: beautiful skin means healthy skin, and that also usual…
Comedogenicity, or pore-clogging, occurs when a plug of cells, sebum, and air-sensitive cosmetic ingredients oxidize and harden in a pore. The top of the plug darkens forming what we call a ‘black head’ or open comedone. Usually associat…
You’ve probably heard that parabens trigger breast cancer because they mimic estrogen. It’s a commonly held belief but like many beliefs about skincare, it’s not true. So how did these ingredients, the most common (other than water…
Since microneedling actually punctures your skin, it is extremely important to take care of the treated areas in specific ways for 48-72 hours after the procedure - even if you’re performing the treatment at home. Once this time has passed, sl…
GLOWING SKIN IS NOT ALL YOU’LL GET WITH A FACIAL! You may merely enjoy the pampering and relaxation you feel when receiving a facial treatment, but many other benefits offer you and your skin health and wellness. Choosing the type of fa…
Q. Do medications react with sunlight? A. Yes. There are two primary skin reactions that can occur with UV exposure: photo-toxic and photo-allergic. Initially appearing as an exaggerated sunburn, photo-toxic reactions are believed to be caused whe…
Q: What’s the difference between chemical sunscreens and non-chemical sunscreens? You’ve said everything’s a chemical except light and electricity, so how can a sunscreen not contain chemicals? A: All sunscreens contain chemicals,…
Q: My esthetician told me to wear an SPF 30 sunscreen every day, regardless of my activities and time of year. I believe it gives double the protection as an SPF 15. Is this correct? A: Although it makes sense that an SPF 30 would offer twi…
Q: Do self-tanners offer any sun protection if they don’t contain sunscreen? A: Yes. Studies released in the late 1990s by researchers at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha indicate sunless tanning lotions that contain dihydro…
Eczema is a common problem, affecting approximately 20% of children and around 5% of adults. But did you know that up to 81% of people living with eczema also have some type of food allergy? Dr. Vicki Rapaport at Rapaport D…
