News — Dry Skin

Do you ever have a glass of wine or a beer, then the next day you notice that your skin looks a bit dry or dull--you are not alone! Even if you are not a big drinker, alcohol can have a fairly dramatic impact on your skin. Whomp! Whomp! Even if you are drinking a little bit, drinking alcohol can cause dry skin, dark circles, flushing and lowered elasticity. For those who drink more can suffer from a number of skin conditions.  So exactly what does alcohol do to the skin? 1. Dehydrates SkinRadiant, glowing skin requires proper hydration. Drinking...

For the past few years, Hyaluronic Acid has developed a bit of celebrity status in the skincare world, especially natural skincare! So what exactly is hyaluronic acid, and why is it getting so much attention? Despite its rather clinical sounding name, hyaluronic acid is exceptionally gentle and hydrating for your skin. If we had to nail down just one reason why women love it so much, it is because it hydrates the skin very well. Hydrated skin is plump, radiant skin that glows, which is typically what women want from their skincare products.  The most attractive feature of Hyaluronic Acid is that it can hold a thousand times its...

One of the main complaints most women have about their skin as they age is that it begins to feel and dry. Dry skin also has a tendency to look a bit dull.  This can be your face, but also your shins, knees, elbows, arms!  While this may not bug you during the winter months, suited up with warm, chunky sweaters, it can be a bit of a pain as you try on your summer clothes!   So why does our skin become dry? As we age, our bodies create fewer natural oils, and our skin cells slow down their renewal...