Sunscreens, Skincare & More
It’s no secret that I’m a fan of multi-tasking skin care products. However, when it comes to BB and CC creams, I must confess that I have yet to jump on that bandwagon. There is no disputing the popularity of these creams. Yet, after trying countless versions, the perfect BB cream continues to be elusive… Read more »
Although there are no miracles when it comes to anti-aging skin care, the popularity of fractional laser skin resurfacing (Fraxel), indicates that the search is still on. For those who are looking for a non-invasive procedure with minimum downtime, fractional laser skin resurfacing may be the rejuvenation technique for you. Fraxel is a procedure which… Read more »
Applying topical treatments is one of the best ways to ensure that your skin gets what it needs to stay healthy but you can also eat your way to great skin. Diet plays a big role in how we feel and also how we look. No matter how many creams and serums we use, good… Read more »
Mineral oil is an ingredient in skin care products that has been widely used for many years. It can also be listed as paraffinum liquidum, liquid paraffin or white oil. And although studies have found it to be safe and problem-free for most individuals, it continues to have a bad reputation. Here are three myths… Read more »
It’s not news to us that sun exposure ages the skin, but a recent study shows just how quickly this damage happens: just two days. Researchers from the University of Michigan exposed volunteers to the equivalent of two hours of sunlight over a period of two days and discovered in that short span of time,… Read more »
Blackheads, more scientifically known as open comedones, are a common skin condition that appear as small, dark spots on the skin. Although they may look like specks of dirt, blackheads have nothing to do with your skin’s level of cleanliness. They’re actually a combination of excess oil and dead skin cells that have been trapped… Read more »
New from Cliniderm: Nutricomfort Soothing Body Balm & Nutricomfort Gentle Body Wash. And now available at PhaMix! Just in time for winter, Cliniderm has introduced two new irritant-free products to cleanse and soothe our dry, itchy skin. Long known for their focus on gentle skin care for us “sensitive” types, Cliniderm has come through once… Read more »
The start of a brand new year is the perfect time to look ahead at what industry experts predict as the biggest skin care trends for 2014: 1. Saving time. For the time-deprived (and who isn’t?), using our nightly downtime to rejuvenate the skin makes complete sense. While you may not always have an hour… Read more »
Thank you for choosing PhaMix as your skin care and wellness store. Best Wishes for 2014!
When we know and recognize the role that skin care ingredients play in topical treatments, we can make the informed decisions on what will work best for our current skin care needs. For many of us, that starts with learning how to read and navigate through the often long and confusing list of ingredients found… Read more »