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Even after getting that coveted eight hours of sleep, do you still find yourself awakening to dark-under eye circles and puffiness? Puffy eyes can be caused by a variety of reasons, such as lack of sleep, allergies, and aging. Learn some simple ways on what can be done to smooth and de-puff eye bags for good.   What causes Under Eye Bags? As we age, under-eye bags appear due to the loss of natural volume under the eyes, resulting in puffy eye pockets. Below the skin surface, there are layers consisting of muscle, connective tissue, ligaments, and fat that all...

Dehydrated skin lacks water. Water is essential to the human body as it makes up 50-70 percent of body weight. Water is necessary for body functions from regulating your internal temperature, lubriating joints and providing a healthy complexion.  A loss of elasticity can occur if the outermost layer of the skin does not contain enough water, leading to a dull, rough and hydrated complexion. This summer we want to keep your complexion looking plump, smooth and with a natural glow.  A good indication of hydrated skin is when you pinch it, it settles back into place immediately. Dry skin can...

Starting a daily skin-care routine at any age will help to slow down the signs of aging. Confused on where to begin? Follow these guidelines to help maintain a youthful radiant complexion at any age. 20-30s  The 20’s is not too young to get proactive with your skincare routine to prevent premature aging. And even if you feel like you are playing catchup in your 30s when your skin starts to show sings of aging, you’ll be thankful for creating these healthy lifetime habits: Wear at least 30 SPF sunscreen everyday. It can help conserve your skin’s collagen production. Start...

Add a skincare fask mask to your beauty routine to get that instant glow!

Peptides are powerful little allies in the skincare arena.  Peptides are the building blocks of the skin. Also known as polypeptides, they are known for their ability to smooth, plump, and firm skin.  Polypeptides, naturally occur in the skin, and are amino acids that make up certain proteins needed by the skin, such as collagen, elastin and keratin. Adding peptides topically can help boost the production of these proteins and reinforce the skin’s repair barrier function. Peptides signal your skin to enter repair mode and produce more collagen and elastin—two proteins responsible for keeping skin smooth and firm. Collagen is...