Sunscreens, Skincare & More
As someone obsessed with skin care (my bathroom counter tells all), I’m always thinking about ways to offer a better product – hence, the recent pondering on a ‘dream cream’. If I could invent the perfect skin care treatment, it would have the following characteristics: 1. Provide broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection 2. Contain a range… Read more »
When it comes to skin care we often hear about lipids. What exactly are they and what do they do? Lipids are another word for fats and are made up of ceramides and fatty acids located in the outermost layer of the skin. They contribute to the skin’s natural barrier function by forming a cushion… Read more »
You already know how much we love Anthelios sunscreens and we’re excited to tell you that we’ve just added 2 more to our online store – Anthelios Gel-Cream SPF 50 and Anthelios Tinted Ultra-Fluid Mineral 50. Anthelios XL 50+ Gel-Cream is a new product that replaces Anthelios W Gel SPF 30. Ideal for fair and sensitive skin, it… Read more »
Have you heard the news about drinkable sunscreen, the latest sun protection product on the horizon? A US skincare company has recently introduced UV protection in the form of “frequency enhanced water”, claiming to provide SPF 30 for up to 3 hours. Marketed as a UV neutralizer, this liquid boasts innovative technology that makes the… Read more »
Knowing how to choose the perfect sunscreen can be a daunting task when faced with the seemingly endless varieties available. Fortunately, we’re here to help make that experience easier. Customers call us every day, looking for something that will protect them against both UVA and UVB rays as well as a product that they will… Read more »
New from La Roche Posay: Pigmentclar Serum, an intensive dark spot correcting serum that corrects the look of dark spots, evens out the skin tone, and provides long-lasting efficacy. Widely-known for products that are paraben-free, non-comedogenic and well suited for sensitive skin, La Roche Posay has taken on a unique approach to pigmentation disorders by… Read more »
With the multitude of supplements available now, it’s difficult to know which vitamins are truly essential to maintain healthy skin and body. While I change the multivitamins and moisturizers that I use every now and again, there are four, both topical and oral, that I count on: Vitamin A: Retinoids, derivatives of vitamin A, are… Read more »
If you’re concerned about sun safety, watch out for your eyes, one of the most overlooked parts of our bodies when it comes to sun damage. Luckily, protecting our peepers from UV rays couldn’t be easier. UV radiation from the sun can be the cause of some serious problems such as cataracts, melanoma of the… Read more »
Earlier this month, Hawaii state lawmakers passed a bill that would ban the sale of sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate, chemicals that have been found to harm coral reefs. And if signed into law by Hawaii’s Governor, David Ige, sunscreens containing those ingredients will no longer be sold in stores in the state by July… Read more »