Why You Should Change Your Skincare Routine with the Seasons
Your skin’s needs change with the seasons, and adjusting your skincare routine and protocols accordingly can make a significant difference in its health and appearance. As fall arrives, focus on repairing summer’s damage, providing extra hydration, and preparing your skin for the colder months ahead. By making these adjustments, you’ll keep your skin glowing and resilient all year round.
Unveiling A Beauty Secret: The Incredible Benefits Of Niacinamide
When it comes to achieving a radiant, healthy complexion, finding the right skincare ingredients is crucial. One ingredient that I am obsessed with and has gained significant attention in recent years (for good reason) is niacinamide. Renowned for its remarkable skincare benefits, niacinamide has become a coveted gem in the beauty industry. In this article, we'll delve into the fantastic benefits of niacinamide and how it elevates the effectiveness of your skincare routine, specifically within the Apple Organics skincare line.
For the Love of BHA’s
Here's one topic I really love talking about, and I can get quite long-winded when I get on a roll. So I am going to try my best to stick with the short explanation 😜
BHA’s, aka Beta Hydroxy Acid, is an oil-loving acid. BHA is preferred for oily, acne-prone skin as well as for treating blackheads and whiteheads. BHA’s can get through the oil that clogs pores and helps to normalize the lining of the pore that contributes to acne. We'll touch on more later…
Seriously, this is such a fun topic and once you understand AHA’s better, it will help you when choosing what skincare and ingredients are right for you. You know what they say: the more you know...!
For the Love of AHA’s
Here's one topic I really love talking about, and I can get quite long-winded when I get on a roll. So I am going to try my best to stick with the short explanation 😜
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA's) are acids derived from natural substances such as sugarcane, milk, and grapes, just to name a few. We'll touch on more later…
Seriously, this is such a fun topic and once you understand AHA’s better, it will help you when choosing what skincare and ingredients are right for you. You know what they say: the more you know...!
Properly Layering Skincare Products
Today’s blog post is all about properly layering your skincare products.
Did you know that skincare products need to be applied in a specific order? Yup!
Some of the most common questions we get from clients purchasing products is “which should I use first?” Or “how do I incorporate this into my home routine with products I already use?”
It goes without saying that you should start with your cleanser. Other products cannot penetrate to the underlying layers of skin if they cannot even stay on the surface due to oils, makeup, environmental pollutants, etc. If you do a double cleanse, you want to start with the oil-based one first to loosen all the makeup and oil from your skin. Follow this up with a gel cleanser that will then get to everything the previous cleanser missed.
Want the rest of the steps? Keep reading and we’ll break it down for you, step by step!
Skincare Myth-Busting
Cucumber on the eyes? Toothpaste on pimples? The cucumber can definitely be cooling and pleasant and the pimple may dry out and shrink, but there are no miracle cures that help in the long run.
We’re bombarded with conflicting information every single day and we understand that it can be difficult to distinguish between what is true or false. Here we bust some of the most common skin care myths!
To Gua Sha Or Not To Gua Sha. Is That Even A Question?
What's with this popular buzzword: Gua Sha?
Well, a Gua Sha is a flat tool made of semi-precious stone, jade or rose quartz, that is used to massage the face. Even though the Gua Sha face tool has recently gone mainstream, it is a lot older than you think. This modern-day face scraping technique is based on a traditional Chinese healing practice known as Gua Sha. "Gua" means to stroke or press, and "Sha" refers to redness.
According to early practitioners, the redness that is obtained through scraping encourages the skin to heal itself. While the modern-day Gua Sha practice is less intense, it will still leave you with a well-sculpted face along with other remarkable results!
So what exactly are the benefits of this flat, otherwise unremarkable little stone? Keep reading!
Our Favorite Chia Pudding Recipes
The term “small yet mighty” is definitely what comes to mind whenever we think about the little guy that makes up today’s topic: THE CHIA SEED!
Healthy Hair + Scalp
All healthy hair begins with your scalp. Think of your scalp as if it’s the soil of a garden. Poor soil quality (scalp) will directly affect the well being of the plants (hair) growing in it.
Natural Collagen Induction Therapy
Known as being one of the hottest MedSpa treatments around, Natural Collagen Induction Therapy also known as it's more frequently used name, Microneedling, is here to stay...and for good reason!