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Why We Love Plant-Based Skincare

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  Plant-based is more than just a fad diet or lifestyle. When it comes to skincare, plant-based products come with some serious skin benefits. Think about it: plants are the original medicine. Long before western medicine, chemicals and lab-created formulations became a thing, plants were used to heal the body, inside and out. Plant-based skincare products harness the power of naturally found ingredients that pack a major punch against signs of aging, acne, discoloration and sensitive skin conditions. No wonder they’re trending.    Why plant-based skincare?  One of many perks of plant-based skincare products are knowing exactly what is powering your formula. Plants are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, naturally-occurring acids, peptides and lipids that your skin needs to function well and look beautiful. Instead of artificial ingredients or fragrances camouflaging yucky formulas, you get pure, scientifically-backed products that you enjoy using. Regular use of pla...

What Causes Discoloration and What to do About it

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 Dark spots are unwanted and stubborn to get rid of. Often referred to as hyperpigmentation, discoloration occurs when more pigment is produced in certain spots on the body. All skin types and tones can experience hyperpigmentation, but it’s more common and easily produced for some. Darker skin tones, for example, are more prone to hyperpigmentation because their skin is already producing more melanin than other skin tones. What causes discoloration? Hyperpigmentation is caused by inflammation in the skin. Some of the most common causes of inflammation are: Sun exposure Hormonal shifts Pregnancy Acne Burns or wounds   In response to inflammation, skin cells produce extra melanin (that’s the pigment that causes your skin to tan). Melanin acts as an umbrella over skin cells to protect the DNA inside from the source of the inflammation. Some discoloration is more superficial than others. Dark spots left behind by breakouts or a topical burn may be easier to reduce the appearance ...

The Importance of Skin Care - Why Skin Care is so Important

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  Believe it or not, your skin is the largest organ. Most people may not think of the skin as an organ, but it helps protect the body from external elements such as heat, cold, and harmful bacteria. That’s why it’s important to take care of your skin. Keeping the skin in tip-top shape ensures it’s doing the best it can at protecting the body. And bonus: it maintains a healthy, youthful appearance. The importance of a regimen A healthy skincare regimen is a multi-step process from makeup removal to moisturizing and applying SPF. Each step plays an important role in maintaining healthy skin. Makeup removal Think of this step as the set up to everything else that follows. Thoroughly wiping away makeup sets the stage for effective cleansing. Cleansing This underrated step is essential. Proper cleansing removes dirt, oil and buildup from the pores, and can help with skin hydration. Cleansing doesn’t have to mean stripping the skin of moisture. When done right, your skin should feel clea...

6 Ways to Transition Your Regimen to Fall

As cooler temperatures approach for fall, you may notice your skin feeling a little dry, dull or flaky. The transition from summer to fall and winter can take a toll on the skin. Cooler air holds less moisture and the water in your skin evaporates quicker, which leads to tight, dry skin and flaky patches. So, what can you do about it? Try these six skincare tips and swaps for transitioning your skin into the fall. 1. Use a hydrating cleanser. Just because you’re cleansing the skin, doesn’t mean you have to strip it of its natural oils. A well balanced and hydrating cleanser will remove dirt, oil and debris without robbing your skin of essential moisture. We recommend Cleanse Daily™ Vitamin-Infused Cleanser formulated with conditioning olive oil, rose hip seed oil and seaweed.   2. Exfoliate regularly. Exfoliation is an important step in a dry skin regimen because it assists in sloughing off dead skin cells on the surface of the skin. This not only helps your hydrating serums a...