A sure sign of winter is dry skin – and that’s where La Roche Posay can help. We stock the full range of the well priced and effective La Roche Posay skin care line at PhaMix. A top selling brand, it’s loved by customers and skin care professionals alike for its ability to handle a… Read more »
Gary Mason’s recent article in the Globe and Mail – Boomers, Stop Ruining Facebook For Your Kids was an interesting read. My kids are still between childhood and the teen years and they like (or at least seem to like) having me around – most of the time. They aren’t yet on Facebook but I know… Read more »
La Roche Posay Mela D, La Roche Posay Mela D Serum and La Roche Posay Mela D Hands are kojic acid formulations designed to tackle skin discolorations associated with hyperpigmentation. Mela D is designed to even out skin tone and correct age spots which are often related to repeated unprotected sun exposure. Age spots often appear… Read more »
It’s the time of year when scaly skin may rear its ugly head. A skin condition known as ichthyosis vulgaris, scaly skin is most commonly found on the arms and legs. Ichthyosis vulgaris is a name is derived from the Greek word meaning “fish.” It seems that there is a genetic tendency towards scaly skin…. Read more »
Michelle Obama and Walmart’s latest alliance to help improve the eating habits of Americans is certainly getting lots of news time. From headlines in top newspapers to making rounds on the blogosphere, this odd partnership may end up being good for the nation. Whether you’re sceptical or not, (and it’s hard not to be) the… Read more »
When it comes to skin care, are you getting your money’s worth? There are those who subscribe to the philosophy that if something costs more, it must be better. But as with most things in life, this isn’t necessarily true. Marketers spend an awful lot of time creating packages, coming up with a name and… Read more »
Many customers return for a repeat purchase of our top selling Wild Rose Herbal Detox. In addition to a sound skin care program, a detox may be a great way to kick start great skin for 2011. Healthy skin requires a combination of good nutrition, exercise and lifestyle habits along with skin care products that… Read more »
Ionithermie is a novel spa treatment promoted as a cheek lift, but not for the ones on your face. The gluteal equivalent of 800 squats, the Ionithermie Cheek Lift is being highly sought after at The Spa at Formby Hall, just outside Liverpool. Claiming to help smooth away cellulite dimples, rejuvenate a saggy behind and… Read more »
You wouldn’t expect the topic of sunscreens (whether or not with highly ranked sun filters Mexoryl SX or Mexoryl XL) to be high on anyone’s list in the dead of winter. However, keep in mind that although you probably won’t suffer from a sunburn in January (not in the Pacific Northwest, at least), that your… Read more »
If you care about your skin, you’ll be interested to learn what industry insiders are predicting will be the top 5 skin care trends for 2011. Here they are: Trend 1: Science Impacts Beauty. Lots of companies invest in research and product development. Look for products containing the following ingredients: Stem cells. Keep in mind… Read more »
Lakota Joint Care is a natural formulation designed to help manage the symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and back pain. Discuss with your physician to see if Lakota Joint Care might make a good alternative to a prescription medication. This medicine helps to: Relieve arthritis and joint pain Reduce inflammation in the joints Rebuild healthy… Read more »
Derived from the bark of the white oak tree, oak extract is a dietary supplement with applications in skin care. Oak bark contains a range of vitamins and minerals including calcium, manganese, selenium, iron, sulphur, Vitamins A, B and C. Oak extract derived from the bark has been used to relieve certain ailments including optimizing… Read more »
Dark armpits are more common than you may suspect and if you have them, they can be embarrassing. Here are 5 top tips to combat them: Exfoliate. The darkness may be caused by an excess of dead skin cells that may be trapped in the tiny folds in your armpits. Use an exfoliating product to… Read more »
Body brushing or dry brushing is a technique advocated by natural health care experts for a myriad of benefits. These include: Detoxification Exfoliation Cellulite removal Strengthening the immune system Tightening skin Toning muscles amongst other things. Does it have any merit? The concept of body brushing has been around for centuries where it has been… Read more »
When it comes to alcohol in skin care products, is it good or bad for your skin? You may instinctively assume that alcohol applied topically is bad for skin. And that’s not surprising, given that when consumed in excess that alcohol causes dehydration. What you may not know is that there are different types of… Read more »