Skin care is not reserved for special occasions. Everyday habits that support the barrier, hydration, and protection create healthier, more resilient skin.

Clinical research shows a strong connection between stress, inflammation, and skin health. Understanding the mind skin relationship helps explain breakouts, sensitivity, and delayed healing.

The first month of hormonal changes reveals subtle but important skin signals. Journaling hydration, sensitivity, and healing patterns helps support informed skincare and medical guidance.

Representation in skincare directly impacts results. When education and routines reflect real skin differences, people experience less irritation, fewer dark spots, and more consistent long term progress.

Thirty years as a licensed esthetician specializing in melanated skin has meant breaking barriers, challenging outdated skincare norms, and advocating for inclusive, effective skin health. This reflection shares lessons learned,...

Inflammation plays a major role in acne, redness, sensitivity, and stubborn dark spots. Anti-inflammatory juicing helps support the skin from the inside out by calming internal stress and supporting healing....

After a hysterectomy, it’s common for skin to feel drier, more sensitive, or prone to breakouts and pigmentation. Hormonal shifts affect hydration, healing, and barrier strength. Learn what to expect...

Hormones influence your skin at every stage of life, from breakouts in your teens to pigmentation, dryness, and sensitivity later on. Understanding how hormonal shifts affect inflammation, healing, and barrier...

Hyperpigmentation doesn’t start with dark spots - it starts with inflammation. Learn why treating acne first is the key to fading discoloration faster and preventing new marks from forming.

Sunscreen isn’t just for summer - it’s a daily essential for healthy skin all year long. Even on cloudy days or when you’re indoors, UV exposure can trigger dark spots,...

Dark spots don’t fade overnight - but when they do start to lighten, it’s a sign that your routine is finally working with your skin instead of against it. From repairing...

Struggling with acne can be a frustrating battle, especially when it comes to finding the right moisturizer. While hydration is essential for all skin types, acne-prone skin requires extra care...