Dirty air is a crisis. 90% of the world lives in air that’s pollution. But in the US, half the population are at an increased health risk of air pollution. In 2017 + 2018, there were 15% more days with unhealthy air in America than there were from 2013‐2016. In fact, in 2017 + 2018, there were 140 times when the US air pollution reached a very unhealthy and hazardous air quality index. And did you know that air pollution levels can vary up to 8x within just one block? Our env

Everyone needs to moisturize their skin regardless of skin type, but choosing the right formula is crucial. Some people gravitate towards cheap drugstore moisturizers, but do they really cut it? Keep reading to learn why all skin types need to moisturize and the difference between a drugstore moisturizer and a professional formula. Why do you need to moisturize? The number one reason you need to moisturize your skin is to prevent dehydration. When skin is dehydrated, it's lac

"Why is my face so oily lately?" you ask yourself, examining your reflection in the mirror. It doesn’t make sense - you follow a skin care routine, exfoliate regularly and constantly research new products that target oily skin. Unfortunately, excess oil doesn't just happen to those with genetically oily skin - virtually anyone can experience an oily face in the form of breakthrough shine throughout the day. You can eliminate your oily skin permanently as long as you continual

Blemish Extractors: How to use a blackhead extractor The answer to how to use a blemish extractor is simple: Don’t use one. “While it may be tempting, please leave extractions to the experts!” – Laura Kania, Licensed Esthetician, Snips SpaSalon Blemish extractors (sometimes called ‘blackhead extractors’, ‘whitehead extractors’ or ‘metal extractors’) are tools with metal loops that squeeze the skin to extract impactions. Some versions even include a pointed lance to pierce and

Have you ever asked yourself “Why is my skin so oily?” or wondered how to get rid of oily skin? You’re not alone. There’s an epidemic of oily skin currently happening from coast to coast. Think it can’t happen to you? It can! Excess oil doesn’t just happen to those with genetically oily skin – virtually anyone can experience an oily face in the form of breakthrough shine and excess oil throughout the day. In fact, in a recent poll: 76% of people said they experience occasiona