December Dry Skin
Hello Beautiful! Welcome back to those cold, dry winter months… Need some tips to keep your skin glowing, soft, and hydrated this winter? Keep reading to find out more.
Exfoliate, exfoliate, exfoliate: This is so important! Exfoliation will remove dead skin cells which allows skincare products that you put on your skin to penetrate and hydrate the skin. I recommend using a gentle exfoliator one to two times per week. This will help you keep your beautiful, glowing skin throughout these cold months. Read all about how to create your own sugar scrub to help with this step.
Use Moisturizer: As the air gets drier, so do your skin and lips. Switching to a heavier moisturizer is the key to locking in moisture and treating your skin right. I have some great options to help lock in moisture this season. Check them out here.
If all else fails, come see me! We offer a few different facials targeting hydration and will help you see instant results. We’ve narrowed it down for you here:
This treatment includes a double cleanse, dermaplaning, a light enzyme peel, a facial massage and nano infusion with a complex blend of rejuvenating oils that awaken your skin cells. Your skin will drink up this amazing elixir, showing off a beautiful, youthful glow! This is a great treatment for dry skin. Book here!
The Hydrofacial is great for normal, oily, aging skin types. This is a powerful facial that will give results! Removes dead skin cells and extracts impurities while simultaneously cleansing, exfoliating and delivering antioxidants and hydrators into your skin. This treatment comes with a gentle peel, customized mask, serum and moisturizer for your skin type. Your skin will feel super clean and glow! A soothing massage to the scalp, shoulders and decollete included. Note: This is not for sensitive, rosacea or acneic skin. Book here!
A safe and simple, non-invasive method to exfoliate the skin, removing all dead skin cells and ridding the face of vellus hair (peach fuzz) Bonus! This service comes with a customized mask or a leave-on exfoliator depending on your skin type and/or need. Book here!
My new Hydro Jelly masks are an add-on to any service. I have many different ones targeting different types of skin. They are super hydrating and make such a difference! They're perfect for Winter and dry skin. Once you arrive, we can talk about what you want to accomplish in the session and I will customize your service to give you the Hydro Jelly mask that will help.
The winter months can wreak havoc on our skin, but now we know how to protect it! We’re happy to answer any concerns you may have about your skin and remember a consultation is always free. Happy hydrating!
XOXO,
Tana Marie
How to Take Care of Your Skin in the Summer
Hello Beautiful! It’s already a month into the summer and we’re coming out of quarantine, so I thought I would put together a quick guide on the best ways to take care of your skin during the summertime.
Summertime Skin Tips
Exfoliate your body. I put together a blog on DIY sugar scrubs which you can use to do this. Exfoliating is great for your glow. Get rid of dead skin cells once a week for glowy skin.
Use your SPF! Don’t forget your SPF 30 wherever you go. Add an extra 3 seconds to your morning skincare routine. It’s so easy ;)
Consider a natural look. Makeup can clog pores and using less makeup in your daily look can help your skin breathe.
Water is a must. Drinking at least 8 glasses of water a day is a must. Remember to drink at least once every 30 minutes to rid your body of toxins and combat dehydration.
Moisturize your skin. Hydrate your body with your favorite summer scented lotion after exfoliation to get that summer glow.
Refresh your skin with a toner. Using a good toner can help you clean out clogged pores. The t-zone of your face has the largest concentration of clogged pores, so focus on that.
Invest in a Vitamin C Serum. Vitamin C is great year-round, but it’s extremely important in the summer because it can help with collagen production. Layer a few drops on your skin between cleansing and moisturizer.
Stay in the shade. Wear sun-protective clothing, wide-brim hats and sunglasses in the sun. You don’t always need to wear long-sleeve shirts, but protecting yourself from the sun is extremely important.
Your skin is important and knowing how to take care of it during different seasons is important too. I hope this guide to taking care of your skin in the summer is helpful and easy to follow. Enjoy!
XOXO,
Tana Marie
5 Skincare Myths Debunked
Hello Beautiful!
2020 sure has been a year for DIY projects, including skincare. With the rise of TikTok and it’s infamous 15-60 second skincare tutorials there has been some information left out. I’m here to help walk you through some of those skincare myths and give you the best advice to achieve the same great benefits, the correct way.
I don’t need sunscreen… What? Of course you do! It doesn’t matter if it’s going to be sunny, cloudy, rainy, or snowy. You NEED your SPF. Make sure you use at least SPF 30. Lucky for you, I know where you can get some great moisturizer with SPF. Click here to shop.
I’m too young to use eye serums and creams. You can never be too young to use eye serums and creams. The skin around your eyes is thin and delicate and it also sees the most makeup coverage which means more scrubbing, rubbing, and cleansing to get it clean. The first signs of aging come at different times for different people, but you can start giving the skin around your eyes some extra attention no matter how old you are. Click here to find an eye cream or serum that’s right for you!
An exfoliant is an important step in my morning and nightly skincare routine. While consistent exfoliation is important for your skin, doing it nightly or every morning, every day can be harmful. When you exfoliate, you remove dead skin cells, and it can give you an amazing glow, but if you do it twice a day or even once a day, you can expose your skin to environmental toxins and the sun. Not to mention, your skin will be red and more sensitive. Exfoliate 2-3 times per week and only apply light pressure. That way, you won’t over-exfoliate.
Coconut oil is a good facial moisturizer. No! Did you know that coconut oil actually clogs pores and can lead to pimples? When applied as a moisturizer, it acts like a plastic film, sitting on top of your skin and not allowing it to breathe. Bacteria and dead cells will stay in your pores longer and lead to clogged pores and breakouts. Ah, scary! It’s okay, just start using a real moisturizer instead. Click here to shop for a few different options.
My pores can open and close, get bigger and smaller. Your pores cannot open or close because they’re not controlled by muscles. Slight warmth can help bring oils out of clogged pores, but switching between extreme temperatures won’t open or close your pores. You can keep your pores clean and unclogged by regularly cleansing and moisturizing.
There you have it! Five 2020 skincare myths debunked. I hope I helped you ramp up your DIY skincare routines in the best way. If you have any questions, just message me on Facebook, or book an appointment to get your skincare journey started.
XOXO,
Tana Marie