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SPF: What's Your Magic Number?
SPF: What's Your Magic Number?
SPF seems straightforward—higher number, better protection, right? Not necessarily. When it comes to SPF, there are a lot of factors to consider other than just the number. In this blog:  What does SPF mean?  Is a higher SPF better?  SPF...
Does using vitamin C with sunscreen boost sun protection
Use This Sunscreen Hack to Boost Photoprotection
Boost Protection Against Sunburn and Photoaging You’ve heard about the importance of sun protection over and over again. From us. From your dermatologist. From your esthetician. You know that sunscreen is your first line of defense against the damaging UV...
5 Ways to Refresh Your Skin Care Routine for Spring
5 Ways to Refresh Your Skin Care Routine for Spring
So you’ve cleared out the clutter, banished the beanies, put away the boots, and started hitting the farmer’s market. Spring is officially here. But while you’ve been making adjustments to your clothes and lifestyle, have you been paying attention to...
Sunscreen Is Not Just for Summer
Sunscreen Is Not Just for Summer
What’s the most important product for protecting your skin from the signs of aging? Retinoids? Vitamin C? Peptides? Would you be surprised to learn that the number one regimen staple for ageless skin is sunscreen? You weren’t thinking about putting...
Bronze without the Breakout: How to Choose Sunscreen that Won't Clog Pores
Bronze without the Breakout: How to Choose Sunscreen that Won't Clog Pores
If acne is your skin issue, summer is your season of stress. A day in the sun means the prospect of coating your face in a gunky layer of greasy, pore-clogging SPF lotion. Maybe you’re even tempted to go without...
Summer skin
Summer Skin: How to Stay Glowing and Hydrated All Summer Long
During summer-- humidity, sweat, and increased oil production might lead you to skip moisturizers. But other factors like chlorine, sun, and water loss from sweat can make summer skin drier and irritated. Here’s your summer glow guide to help you...
The Perfect Daytime Moisturizer Includes SPF
The Perfect Daytime Moisturizer Includes SPF
  To protect from the ravages of UV and environmental damage, a daily SPF is non-negotiable. But where does it fit in your regimen and is it possible to find one that wears well under makeup and doesn’t leave your...
Is Your Sunscreen Really Protecting You?
Is Your Sunscreen Really Protecting You?
Go get your sunscreen and check the ingredients list. We’ll wait.  Does your sunscreen contain zinc oxide or titanium dioxide? Yes? Congratulations. You are not just protecting your skin from a nasty burn; you are also suppressing the formation of...