Labor Day is the day for rest and relaxation and who needs it the most? It’s you! After all, it’s the day where we thank our American work force. This Labor Day catch up with time exclusive for 'You', celebrate ‘You’, and feel great about yourself. Read More...
The How, What, and Why of Moles
Moles are round or oval overgrowths of the skin’s pigment cells called melanocytes. Moles are mostly benign growths and can be present from birth or develop over a period of time till almost 40 years of age. Moles are very common and can be red, pink, brown or tan in color and either flat or [...] Read More...
Does Sugar Make Your Skin Age?
Cupcakes, cookies, ice cream, and macaroons! I have worked really hard to control my sugar cravings. The promise of a slim waistline has only been a temporary motivator as I see myself fall prey to sweet temptations more often that I would like. But, the shocker recently came when I found out that excess refined [...] Read More...
Skincare And Summer Travel
I love summer…but then again, who doesn’t? It’s a time for soaking up the sun, showing off your tan and the heart sends the mercury rising. I find travelling during the summer a whole lot more fun too…no bulky clothes, woolen sweaters or heavy shoes to carry. And you never have to worry about being [...] Read More...
Soaps To Avoid
Every time I head to the department store or drug store, I am overwhelmed by the number of cosmetic products that have flooded the market today. There are so many options available that making a choice seems like an impossible decision. Take soap, for example. Which one am I supposed to buy? The pretty pink [...] Read More...
Propylene Glycol – The Truth Revealed
Amongst a number of commonly misunderstood ingredients, Propylene Glycol has its rightful place. As a cosmetic cop, I decided to investigate and find out more just to be doubly sure and rest my over-active mind. After all, like in a good murder mystery, isn’t it common for a perfectly innocent victim to be suspected of [...] Read More...
Formaldehyde in Skin Care Products
Today, there is a greater awareness of how we can be better to the environment and also, better to our skin. Consumers are not only aware of what is good for them, but also know which products to avoid. But, there is one cunning ingredient that has found its way into our skin care products. [...] Read More...
Do Hormones Impact My Skin?
For as long as I can remember, I have been blaming hormones for almost all the bad things in my life. If I fought with my boyfriend, I would blame my hormones. If I felt bloated, I would blame my hormones. If I have been feeling crappy in general, I’ve thought “it must be my [...] Read More...
What Are Calluses?
Did you know that wearing a shoe that doesn’t fit right can be one of the primary reasons for painful calluses? Calluses are annoying and painful but are a way for the skin to protect itself. Strange as it may sound, calluses occur primarily when you are putting undue amounts of pressure on a specific [...] Read More...
I Have Oily Skin – Do I Need A Toner?
At some point in our lives, people like me, living with oily skin, have envied people who enjoy normal skin. While we fight blemishes, blackheads, acne, goopy make up, and a face that doesn’t stop shining (and not for the right reasons!), the other group seems to go about life comfortably in their so-called perfect [...] Read More...