Sunscreens, Skincare & More
I’ve been taking a lot of flack of late about my tweets regarding the use of sunscreen every day. When we think of sunscreen, most individuals associate its use with preventing sunburn so its probably not surprising that I’m being called to task for suggesting its use year round. However, what many people don’t realize… Read more »
I’m excited to announce that Dr Hauschka Skin Care is now in stock and available for purchase online. Choose from a range of organic moisturizers, cleansers and treatments, all designed to work in harmony with skin. About Dr Hauschka Skin Care Dr Hauschka is a premium skin care line formulated to the highest standards. Using… Read more »
When it comes to personal care products, there are as many varieties as there are people. And it makes sense, choosing a formulation or even a fragrance is a very personal matter. While scents come and go, one that always seems to stay in fashion (much like lavender, I think) is vanilla. From scented candles… Read more »
I wrote about stretch marks in an earlier post, but because they cause so much grief amongst both women and men, this is one skin condition that i felt worth revisiting. If you have stretch marks, then take some comfort. Nearly 70% of women have them, with it being more likely if they’ve produced a… Read more »
The arsenal of skin care products sitting on both our bathroom counter and beside my bed never ceases to amuse and astound my husband. You have to understand my skin care obsession, which I admit, does go beyond the ordinary. In addition to those skin care products that I can’t live without, there are those… Read more »
You may know that La Roche Posay recently formulated the much loved Anthelios Lait SPF 45 into Anthelios XL SPF 45 Cream. We had many fans of Anthelios Lait so we are often asked for an alternative. Is Anthelios XL SPF 45 Cream a good replacement for Anthelios Lait SPF 45? What is the difference… Read more »
It’s pomegranate season! (and I’m excited). Am I the only one who can’t resist them? You can’t walk past a supermarket in November without being tempted – huge baskets brimming with glowing red orbs that hold the promise of sweet, sour juicy delight. For the past few weeks, every day (yes every day), I’ve been… Read more »
Question: I’m going on a winter vacation, should I pack my favorite Anthelios sunscreen or should I opt for a natural sunscreen? Because Anthelios sunscreens are one of our top selling products at PhaMix, we get questions about them all year round, not just during the summer. Answer: If you’re lucky enough to be going… Read more »
The topical administration of oats has long been recommended for its skin benefits and it is partially due to one of its constituents; oat beta glucan. While beta glucan is a component found in oats, it is also found in yeasts and other cereals. What Is Beta Glucan? Beta glucan is a group of glucose… Read more »
Also referred to as ‘keloidal scars’, keloids are skin lesions which repair beyond the size of the original cut or wound. They vary in size, shape, and location and occur commonly on the ear lobes, neck, chest, or back and usually occur after an injury or surgery. What Causes Keloids? Keloids form as a result… Read more »
As cosmetic and skincare companies modify formulations in order to adjust to customer preferences, you may notice propanediol popping up more frequently in the list of ingredients of your favorite product. Also known as 1,3 propanediol, it is structurally similar to its chemical cousin propylene glycol, but its differences are making it a more popular… Read more »