skincare

Skincare 101; discover essential products, treatments, dos and don'ts to promote clear and healthy skin.

How Ellovi Sets New Standards For The Skincare Industry
“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.” - Mahatma Gandhi No matter what your skin type, it is fair to say that skincare finds its way onto the priority list in many of our daily lives one way or another and choosing a product that’s affordable yet healthy for your skin is a near endless battle. While browsing the market, some may find themselves making a mental note of what they’re looking for; a hydrating formula, sustainable, travel-friendly and not being tested on animals may come to mind. Some eight years ago, Ellovi was born in the kitchen of its founder and CEO, Kelly Winterhalter, as she too struggled to find a skincare product that didn’t adhere to eyebrow-raising industry standards with ingredients that are often as harmful on the skin as they are to pronounce. Handmade in California, Ellovi offers the globally famous, all-over moisturizer known as Butter and a collection of Lip Butters that push the boundaries beyond that of the skincare industry’s norm.
By Angela Rose6 years ago in Blush
Eclectic Mommy
Lorraine Read, founder of Eclectic Mommy, was born and raised in Trinidad. She credits her West-Indian heritage for molding her into an earthy person with a holistic belief that Nature will provide all we need.
By Melissa Bill6 years ago in Blush
Acne Myths
If you suffer from stubborn… Wait I sound like every acne commercial ever made haha. I don’t know about you but I made 2020 the year I become acne free. I have a lot of dark spots left on my face from me picking and what do those dark spots start as, of course, a pimple. I literally have a new pimple every day from BIG to small and of course I just have to pick at it. I’m in my 20’s and it’s just not cute for me or has it ever been. Before anyone drags me by my ponytail, acne is nature and nothing to be ashamed of. It’s not that I’m embarrassed by acne or my appearance, actually, I had become so comfortable with acne that I stopped fighting it with remedies, soaps, doctor prescriptions, recommendations, and more. I even stopped wearing makeup for it. It was no point in covering my true self or “catfishing” a guy with makeup when I knew what was under it all. I just did not care I tried it all and it all failed me. Well some did work but it was never a prevent solution. It took my four year old niece to come up to me and point out a pimple for me to say okay I need to start caring again. I know silly me for letting a kid make me feel bad but no, she helped me realize I was just living with it and letting my face be taken over by pimples and dark spots.
By kLb6 years ago in Blush
Does Dermarolling really work?
Hold on to your best Borat "wow wow wee wa's" because I'm going to give you my month long dermarolling experiment in detail. Here is me and what I would love to look like without layers and layers of makeup. The below image is a product of excellent makeup and 100 selfies to try and find the right angle to hide my biggest cystic spots, and is essentially, a big fat lie.
By Billie Gold 6 years ago in Blush
Clean. Honest. Thoughtful. Meet Plainville Homestead
It’s well after midnight and most residents in the small town of Plainville, Massachusetts are asleep. Not Pam Phinney, though.
By Rebecca Daneault6 years ago in Blush
How to Needle your Way to Flawless Skin through Microneedling
Microneedling is a new skin treatment getting popular these days. It is a minimally invasive therapy that prick needles into the skin, causing the creation of fresh collagen by ‘controlled injuring.’
By Jennifer Corson6 years ago in Blush
The Best Treatments for Self-Quarantine Skincare Routine!
Working remotely, meeting colleagues only through video chat and spending way more time at home than during the whole last decade is the new norm these days. Many don’t let this opportunity pass and go hard on skincare, rigorously trying new routines and products to come out of quarantine with a better skin. Apart from applying multiple layers of creams and serums, there are some treatments that may enhance the skin almost like a visit to aesthetician would: and Dr.Numb is sharing their best tips on how to perform these treatments properly.
By Tyler McKinsey6 years ago in Blush
The Ugly Truth About Skin Whitening and its Embedded Racism
When I was just 10 years old, I used the skin whitening facial cream ‘Fair and Lovely’ with the hope that I would finally be beautiful when my skin was lighter. By high school, I was convinced that boys would never like me because I was too dark. Whilst most girls were busy worrying about being too fat, I was worried about the colour of skin I was born in. What a waste of time.
By AV6 years ago in Blush
Luvanya Beauty
Growing up, and even past my teenage years, I never had to worry about my skin. It was clear, soft, supple, and although I had a baby face until I was 19, I was relatively happy with the way my skin looked and felt. I thought that, since I hadn't dealt with skin issues or acne while going through puberty or my teenage years, I was in the clear. Oh, no. In my early 20s, my skin started to freak out. I started seeing small bumps and acne and random redness on my skin; I had never dealt with any of that. I was just used to throwing on a light moisturizer every day as my skincare "routine." I had to start looking for something to remedy my skin. For years, I tried different brands and products, but they only seemed to worsen the situation. Back in January, I went to an event for artists/actors/singers, and left with a gift bag. In it was the Luvanya Exfoliating Elixir. Changed my life! Let me tell you all the reasons why Luvanya is incredible, and what sets it apart from other products.
By Shefali 6 years ago in Blush
Small Business Saturday
The Coronavirus-COVID 19 pandemic has many of us in the snap of a Stay Home Order as a precaution for our health and safety. To stop spreading the virus, the (CDC) or the Centers for Disease Control, affirmed all Americans adhere to Social Distancing, Quarantine, and Isolation. Social Distancing includes staying 6 feet away from each other; Quarantine involves someone who may have encountered Covid19 stay away from others, and Isolation separating the sick from healthy. Therefore, with this pandemic, the downfall has caused many small businesses to close.
By Ramelle Carter Blog6 years ago in Blush
An honest skin care advice
Living with a bad skin isn’t easy. Everytime you look in the mirror, the first thing you notice are those acne and marks that are making your life difficult. You always try to cover them up with makeup, but sometimes it doesn't work and you end up looking worse than before. You also know that the others may not notice them or they don't care at all, but you still feel uncomfortable with your own skin.
By Livja A.6 years ago in Blush
8 Maintenance Tips for Sensitive Skin
Sensitive skin is inherently frustrating to maintain and even more so when makeup is involved. Regardless of whether your skin is dry, oily, or combination, there are a few essential practices and tools that can often make the difference between battling with your sensitive skin and being at peace with your face.
By Alexis Eileen6 years ago in Blush