Keep up with the latest in skin care trends, wellness news and what’s new in our store. Enjoy reading!
Myths about sunscreen are everywhere and it’s time to set them straight. Here are a few we hear all the time. 1. Waterproof Sunscreens Although the term is prohibited by both the FDA and Health Canada, you can still find sunscreens labelled as “waterproof”. Here’s our first myth about sunscreen: there’s no such thing… Read more »
Avène Ultra-Light Fluid SPF 50+ is the newest addition to the PhaMix family. Offering up ultra broad spectrum daily sun protection, it’s ideal for normal to combination sensitive skin. Plus, its light texture allows penetration in 3 seconds and leaves an invisible, non-shiny finish on the skin. Its formula is also water resistant (40 minutes),… Read more »
Choosing a kids sunscreen isn’t all that different from choosing one for yourself. However, there are a few things that may be different when finding one to protect children’s delicate skin. Prevention of sun damage should start early and, in addition to using your Sun Smarts, regular sunscreen use is a big part of it…. Read more »
After months of research, tweaking and fine tuning, Apothekari’s natural deodorant sprays are now available. Get ready to smell fresh and feel clean all day long! What Makes Them So Special? Sharmani (a pharmacist and the founder of Apothekari) was frustrated by the lack of truly safe and effective natural deodorants. Ready to give up,… Read more »
If you’re reading this, you already know the importance of wearing a well-formulated, broad-spectrum sunscreen every day of the year. But beyond sunscreen, did you know that the essentials for healthy skin are as easy as one, two, three? The best part is that these three essentials work together as a team to protect, prevent… Read more »
Anthelios UVMune 400 Invisible Fluid SPF 50+, the sunscreen that many of you have been waiting for is finally here! Made with a new exclusive sun filter, Mexoryl 400, we’re excited to share it with you! When Anthelios introduced UVMune 400 Hydrating Cream last month, we knew the Invisible Fluid wouldn’t be far behind. And… Read more »
Anthelios UVMune 400 may be a mouthful to say, but as the new and improved version of the much-loved Anthelios Hydrating Cream SPF 50+, this could be the new sunscreen your skin needs! How Does Anthelios UVMune 400 Work? Although it’s got a new name and additional sun filters, Anthelios UVMune 400 Hydrating Cream SPF… Read more »
The importance of winter skin care may be hitting us right now, after the rush of the holidays and the excitement of a new year starts to wear off. If a warm tropical vacation isn’t in your near future, then you (and so many of us!) are probably in for another few months of cold,… Read more »
As another year comes to a close, we’d like to thank you for your support and kind words over the past twelve months. From the entire team here at PhaMix, we’re sending our warmest wishes out to you, with hopes for a bright and shiny 2022. Happy New Year!
Eye creams: essential or optional? We’ve heard all the reasons for, and reasons against. If you’ve been on the fence about adding an eye cream to your daily routine, you’ll want to read this post: we’ve got 3 reasons why you need one. Clearly, we’ve chosen our side! The Skin Around Your Eyes is Different… Read more »
Adding a face oil to your routine at this time of year should be a no-brainer. With plummeting temperatures and cranked up heaters sucking moisture straight from your skin, a face oil can help to minimize the damage, leaving you with the glowing skin you’re after. Still on the fence about it? Here are 3… Read more »
Sunscreen in the fall may not come as naturally to the mind as in the summer, but do we still need it? Of course! Wearing sunscreen in the fall protects our skin against the UVA rays that contribute to premature aging and genetic damage of skin cells. Unlike the UVB rays that are more prevalent… Read more »
Summer skin can really take a beating after months of sunshine, heat and humidity. Thankfully, bringing your skin back to prime condition takes no more than 3 easy steps. We promise! It all goes back to our mantra: Protect, Repair, Reverse. 3 Easy Summer Skin Care Steps 1. Protect As tempting as it is to… Read more »
Is it time for a reminder on how to apply sunscreen correctly? With summer in full swing, we think so! Not only will using sunscreen help protect against vacation-ruining sunburn, it can lower the risk of developing skin cancer, prevent wrinkles, dark spots and other signs of premature aging. Firstly, choose something that is at… Read more »
While we always prefer sunscreen over moisturizer, we understand why you may reach for a skin care product that does double duty— we’re also big fans of simple skin care routines with fewer products. But at some point during the late spring and early summer, it’s important to choose sunscreen over moisturizer with SPF. We… Read more »