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Do you have maskne? Ya know, that annoying break out that happens with extended mask wearing? If you are getting pimples, or clogged pores in the area where your mask is, you are not alone. As you are probably aware, acne can pop up (sorry for the pun) with friction, bacteria, sebum and heat which are all going to happen under a face mask. 

There are things you can do to manage maskne while still staying safe with your mask.

Your mom was right. She knew her stuff when she told you to wear gloves when you wash dishes. I get it. Gloves can be annoying and kinda make us look like a 50s housewife, but trust me when I say it's totally worth it. 

If you wash dishes with ungloved hands, you are also washing off the natural oils, (aka protection). Harsh soaps and hot water can cause major issues in time with dry skin, rashes, dermatitis, and irritation. And keep in mind that a lot of us have been using tons of hand sanitizer due to the plague and all, which is harsh and very drying for the skin. 

Today I want to talk about irritated skin. I'm seeing it my facial chair weekly. So many things cause irritation but sometimes it is the smallest change that makes a huge difference.Let's take fragrance, for example.I had a client in my chair last week who told me that no matter what she uses on her face, make-up or skincare, her eyes get irritated and tear up, making it impossible for her to wear make-up or treat her skin with creams or serums. That sounds frustrating. I suggested that maybe she is allergic to the fragrance that is in so many cosmetics...

I’m about to say something that I don’t think you will hear from many other beauty industry professionals.  Ok, here goes. We all have more important things to do than worrying about what we look like.Ok, I said it and I believe it 100%. So, what does that mean?It means that our looks are not who we are and we should spend the majority of our time on other things. But does that mean we can just ignore ourselves and just never look in the mirror? Um…not exactly. Even though we are much more than our looks, we almost all...

Does summer make you itchy? Well, it can!  For some people, Summer Heat = Heat Rash. Heat rash looks like small clusters of red bumps or blisters which may sting or be filled with pus. Heat rash usually goes away in a day or two but to speed it along and alleviate the symptoms, cool the affected area, dry the skin and let it be exposed to air. Then apply one my favorite products, Hush Hydrate. To prevent heat rash, wear breathable clothing made of natural fabrics (like cotton, etc.) and keep skin dry. Avoid tight fitting clothing. Issues can arise...