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The Humane Cosmetics Act: End Animal Testing

The Humane Cosmetics Act (HCA) is a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at ending the use of animals for testing cosmetic products in the United States. The bill was initially introduced to protect animals and promote cruelty-free alternatives in the beauty and skincare industry. With the growing support for animal rights and the development of [...]

By |2025-03-21T07:06:36+00:00March 21st, 2025|International, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Men’s Aesthetic Treatments: A Rise in Men’s Cosmetics

Over the past few years, the beauty and aesthetics industry has seen a dramatic shift in the clientele seeking cosmetic treatments. What was once a predominantly female-dominated industry is now embracing male clients at a fast-growing pace. Men are increasingly seeking non-surgical aesthetic treatments, from Botox and dermal fillers to body sculpting and laser resurfacing. [...]

By |2025-03-13T16:24:34+00:00March 13th, 2025|Social Media Trends, Uncategorized|0 Comments

Blue Light Causes Harm to the Skin

As we live in an increasingly digital world, screen time has become a significant part of our daily lives. Along with the convenience of smartphones, laptops, and other electronic devices, there’s a growing concern over the potential effects of blue light exposure on our skin. While much has been discussed about how blue light affects [...]

By |2025-03-06T04:43:54+00:00March 6th, 2025|Uncategorized|0 Comments

The Rise of Full-Body Retinol: What You Need to Know

Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, has long been celebrated in skincare for its remarkable ability to enhance skin texture, promote cell turnover, and diminish signs of aging. Traditionally, its use was confined to facial treatments, but a growing trend is extending these benefits to the entire body. This comprehensive approach, known as full-body retinol [...]

By |2025-02-04T16:58:43+00:00February 4th, 2025|Skincare Products, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The Rise of Full-Body Retinol: What You Need to Know

Neurocosmetics: Connecting the Brain to Skin

Skincare has seen a wide range of innovations over the years, but one of the most intriguing development is the rise of neurocosmetics. This emerging trend is rooted in the idea that the skin is intrinsically linked and that certain ingredients in skincare products can impact neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers, in the body. Neurocosmetics offer [...]

By |2025-01-24T00:46:50+00:00January 23rd, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Neurocosmetics: Connecting the Brain to Skin

Catch Those Zzz’s: Beauty Sleep is Real

The phrase "beauty sleep" is commonly thrown around as a reason for extra sleep. However, there is validity in the saying "beauty sleep". Beauty sleep allows you to look refreshed and rejuvenated. There is also science behind how sleeping impacts the skin and your health. Appearance from Sleep Deprivation In a sleep study done in [...]

By |2025-01-15T16:06:36+00:00January 15th, 2025|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Catch Those Zzz’s: Beauty Sleep is Real

Decelerate Aging With Skin Boosters

Skin Boosters Skin boosters are injectables that enhance the skin's appearance. Treatment results include augmented skin volume and diminished wrinkle lines. With the skin naturally aging from reduced collagen production and reactive oxygen species breaking down antioxidants in the tissues, skin boosters are applied to intervene in those processes by fortifying the extracellular environment. Based [...]

By |2024-12-27T15:46:58+00:00December 27th, 2024|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Decelerate Aging With Skin Boosters

Hybrid Fillers & Aesthetic Rejuvenation

Hybrid fillers are a fascinating trend in aesthetic medicine, offering a unique combination of hyaluronic acid (HA) and collagen-stimulating agents in one treatment. By blending these two components, hybrid fillers provide both instant hydration and volume as well as longer-term skin rejuvenation. What Are Hybrid Fillers? At their core, hybrid fillers combine HA, known for [...]

By |2024-12-27T13:25:57+00:00December 12th, 2024|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Hybrid Fillers & Aesthetic Rejuvenation

The Diversity of Skin: Understanding Unique Characteristics

Skin, the body’s largest organ, is as diverse as the people it belongs to. Across ethnicities, unique physiological characteristics make each individual’s skin care needs distinct. Understanding subtle differences in skin structure and function can help us better tailor dermatologic care and product recommendations for everyone. What Makes Skin Unique Across Ethnicities? Although there is [...]

By |2024-12-05T09:29:01+00:00December 3rd, 2024|Skin Conditions, Uncategorized|Comments Off on The Diversity of Skin: Understanding Unique Characteristics

Sun Protection for Runners

It’s almost SUMMER!  You know what that means.  It’s time to think about gearing up for fall marathon training.  Chicago.  NYC.  Berlin.  Marine Corps. So, lace up your sneakers and hit the pavement.  However, please don’t forget your sunscreen.  One in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime—don’t let it be you! Who should wear Sunscreen? [...]

By |2020-05-12T05:50:38+00:00July 2nd, 2015|Uncategorized|Comments Off on Sun Protection for Runners
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