Powering up your cellular energy. Every cell in your body is powered by hundreds of thousands of organelles, known as mitochondria. Mitochondrial activity leads to the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which gives every cell within your body the energy to perform. Nitric oxide (NO), a potent vasodilator, is also released and acts as an […]
The Deep Sea Peel by CosMedix is a potent peel to dramatically improve the condition of your skin. What makes this peel so special is the unique blend of peeling agents and the high level of botanical extracts to support the normal function and structure of the skin. Is the Deep Sea Peel right for […]
What is rosacea? Rosacea is a chronic inflammatory disease and is a medical condition. The cause of rosacea is not known. But if you have it, then you know it can be a challenge to treat and manage. Whatever the underlying cause for rosacea, one thing we do know is, extremes in temperature aggravate it […]
You’ve looked after your skin—the advice on how to keep your skin looking younger has paid off. You’ve been diligent with your skincare, and even though you’ve had the occasional lapse, you always wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen. You’re proud of your efforts, and you look pretty good for your age. But then there’s your neck. […]
The feeling of oily and dehydrated skin can be uncomfortable, and in the summer months, it can feel even more so. Your skin looks shiny, and if you’re wearing makeup, it can feel heavy on the skin and most of the time, it feels greasy. You can’t wait to wash it all away at the […]
Adolescence or teenagehood would be so much more fun if it weren’t for those pesky pimples. For most, it’s a confidence crush, no matter how mild the breakout might be. As a parent, it’s tempting to brush it aside as something that will pass, but we know how stressful it can be if we think […]
Hormonal acne describes adult onset female acne related to fluctuations or imbalances in your reproductive hormones. And, it can be frustrating, especially if you were troubled by acne as a teenager or young adult. Just when you thought it was safe to put away your favourite blemish spot gel, you’re back scouring the internet for […]
We all age in different ways or find particular areas that concern us that we’d like to improve. What bothers me could be something you don’t think twice about, and your favourite active skincare products provide enough support for now. Or, you have a concern and think your only option is surgery, such as sagging […]
Hyper-pigmentation is a common term indicating the uneven distribution of pigment and visibly shows up as dark spots and blotchy brown patches of pigment. And while blotchy patches of pigmentation are not harmful, it can be a source of concern when it shows up on the face, neck and chest. Tackling pigmentation can become confusing […]
Sometimes it feels like you wake one morning and notice sagging skin that didn’t seem to be there the last time you looked. It’s as if the elasticity around your mouth and jawline is suddenly a little slacker. Of course, we try to shrug this sagging skin off as just our imagination. Still, it’s not […]