TYROSINASE INHIBITORS FOR ALL SKIN

Unwanted pigment is something that affects everyone at one point or another. Some people see it appear faster and easier than others. The general public may know pigmentation as freckles, age spots, liver spots, scarring, or uneven skin tones. Pigmentation is tough to treat and it is an ongoing process. You have to be patient when trying to combat pigmentation as you will not see results overnight.

I think we’ve all had the experience where we look in the mirror and think, “That can’t be accurate." That’s exactly where I was three days after returning home from my lake vacation. I saw my reflection and couldn’t help but notice how awful my skin looked. I had spent a week straight in the sun, sand, and water and now I was paying for it. It wasn’t that I was sunburned (I was diligent about SPF application) or that my skin was covered in freckles; but I could see the damage that spending too much time in the elements had caused to my skin. It looked rough, uneven, and my complexion was dull. I was in desperate need of some serious skin refreshing!

Acne is the dreaded four-letter word for any teen. While it can appear at any age, it typically begins around puberty and tends to intensify during adolescence. But is it an unwelcome genetic trait or are environmental factors to blame? Let's discuss whether teen acne is caused by nature or nurture.

This blog will cover two of the three main types of scars that we as Skincare Professionals encounter on a day-to-day basis. This does not cover ALL forms of scarring that can occur. 

The skin is the largest organ of the body and it’s in constant contact with pollutants, dirt, oil, debris, makeup, etc. that can clog the pores. Congested skin can be very frustrating and seems to never get better. The solution is rather simple, but it does take effort and maintenance to keep that congested skin at bay.

Acne is one of the most common and difficult skin conditions that we treat as aestheticians. When you break out, those annoying blemishes are a combination of dead skin cells, oil and bacteria. Those with oily skin have excess oil on the surface, making it the perfect breeding ground for breakouts and yet surprisingly even people with dry skin can get acne. So what is the difference between oily acne and dry acne and what is causing that to happen?

This article is not meant to be used for diagnosis or to serve as treatment. Consult your physician if you have concerns about hormone imbalances. 

Everyone agrees that acne is a frustrating condition, especially since it's so common. About 80 percent of people between the ages of 11 – 30 have experienced an acne breakout at some point. And while acne is expected during puberty, what about those who experience adult acne? Is it just a case of bad luck, or is there something else to blame?

Adult acne is typically caused by a hormonal imbalance! Let's dive into the details to find out exactly what this means and how to provide the right skincare for hormonal acne.