UV damage is the number one age accelerator and the leading cause of skin cancer. So, of course, you're wearing sunscreen and limiting exposure. But is there more you can do? Let's talk antioxidants: specifically, vitamins C and E. While...
Table of contents Simple is better Daily: Weekly: Get Monthly Facials Plan Ahead Avoid trying new products in the month before the wedding. Don’t overdo. De-stress. Don’t forget hands and feet. Give your lips some love. Breathe. You’re getting married!...
Table of contents Glycolic Acid or Retinoids? What is Glycolic Acid? What is Retinoid? Using Glycolic Acid and Retinoid Together Recommendation: Glycolic Acid or Retinoids? A lot of people are confused about which is better for keeping skin bright and...
In the hierarchy of retinoids, there is a lot of confusion about where each molecule ranks. Two, in particular, often get interchanged: retinyl palmitate (common in non-prescription skincare formulas) and retinyl propionate (the patented vitamin A in Vivant formulas). They...
Cleopatra. The wives of Roman Emperors Claudius I and Nero. Napoleon’s sister. King François I of France. Elizabeth of Bavaria. England’s Queen Elizabeth I. All big fans of the milk bath in their day. This extravagance wasn’t simply an attempt...
Table of content Using the wrong type Starting too strong Mistaking acclimation for reaction Thinking you can’t pair vitamin A with acids Starting too late Vivant's Retinol (Vitamin A) Serums Retinoids are vitamin A molecules renowned for their skin benefits,...
Rosacea affects more than 14 million people, flaring up with irritating redness and bumps for weeks or months at a time. But despite decades of research, the root cause of rosacea remains difficult to pin down. While there are plenty...
Since the body is 65% water, it seems like skin would be covered in terms of moisture. But a variety of factors—dry air, chemicals, harsh products, UV, age—cause the skin to lose water daily, making a hydrator essential for most...
Skincare products have their star players, the tried and true like retinol, peptides, AHAs, and vitamin C. But alongside those key actives, there are a host of lesser-known players that are deserving of your attention. Some are headliners, others supporting...
If you’re just discovering mandelic acid and wondering how to incorporate this multi-tasking ingredient into your regimen, a toner with mandelic acid is a perfect place to start. Few ingredients are as versatile or tick as many boxes as mandelic...
You might think of peptides as a luxury skincare ingredient, but these essential cell-signaling agents are at the core of cellular health. As the bonds that link amino acids together into chains to form protein, peptides are the building blocks...
Table of contents Gently Resurfaces Clears and Prevents Breakouts Brightens Repairs Photodamaged Skin Who Should Use Mandelic Acid? Benefits of Mandelic Acid Recommended Products What do you do when you want potency, but you don’t want anything too aggressive? You...
