Jun
30
2012

How To Use A Face Mask

Step-by-Step Guide To Great Results

I am a big fan of facial masks—I own four different ones for different skincare concerns.

Most people do not see the best results these great skincare products can offer simply because they use them incorrectly. Highly misunderstood, and often overlooked, facial masks can really make a difference in the over all health of the skin.

Here is my step by step guide to using masks:

 One mask is not enough.  

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Jun
15
2012

How To Wash Your Face

Less Effort; More Results

Bar none the most important part of a skin care regime is cleansing. Yes I know the cosmetics companies would have you think it is moisturizing but there is no single step, more important to maintaining the over health of the skin than cleansing.

Most people use a cleanser that is not well suited for skin and still many more people (even those with a well-formulated cleanser) use them incorrectly thus denying themselves of any real benefit.

Here is my step by step guide to proper washing of the skin:

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Apr
17
2012

Fighting Adult Acne

Beauty BUSTED: Top 3 Tips To Clear Skin

A recent study, published by the American Dermatologist Association, had some very staggering statistics about adult acne.

Among the many findings of the study one point stood out with me:

45% of women, aged 21-30, have some form of active acne.

It used to be that acne was a teenage skin condition yet more and more adult women are now suffering from breakout on a regular basis.  

Another interesting statistic, from the study:

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May
08
2011

Review Of The TANDA Zap

An Affordable Treatment For Acne

A few years ago I was introduced to the TANDA Clear system, which is the first and only Health Canada approved home care light system to treat acne breakouts. TANDA utilizes the same type of light dermatologists have used for years to treat acne breakout. Being an acne sufferer myself I am always looking for ways to really keep my skin blemish free.

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