What is a chemical peel? A chemical peel is the application of one or more agents (it’s usually an acid solution). It helps to strip away the skin’s top layers in a controlled manner. This removes a portion or all of the epidermis (it is outermost layer of the skin) and the dermis (deeper most layer of the skin). This stimulates the skin to renew and regenerate. It helps to improve and smooth the texture of the skin. Depending on the strength of these formulations. these procedures can be done in-office by a specialized dermatologist or plastic surgeon, registered nurse or a aesthetician, or by yourself at home. What are…

Facial masks are normally divided into: Sheet masks Peel-off masks Rinse-off masks, and Hydrogels What is a sheet mask? It is simply a mask in sheet form. What are sheet masks made up of? Cotton Microfiber Hydrogel Bio-cellulose Foil Charcol, and Silicone What does a Sheet mask contain? Water Active ingredients (like vitamin C) Soothing ingredients Moisturizing ingredients (like hyaluronic acid) Solvents or delivery agents (it can deliver actives deep into the skin) Preservatives, and Fragrances What does a sheet mask do? The sheet mask help to create a occlusive barrier (a physical barrier on top of the skin). This occlusive barrier can: Increase the water content of the skin,…

What is a BB cream? BB stands for “Beauty Balm” or “Blemish Balm”. It was developed in Germany for patients to help them recover from facial procedures. It helped to heal and repair the skin. It was popularized in Korea as a base primer for makeup. BB creams may contain: Anti-inflammatory Anti-acne Anti-aging, antioxidants (vitamin A, E, and C), and sun protection ingredients (like zinc oxide and titanium dioxide). Benefits of using BB creams: Is a hydrating balm (good for dry skin). It provides light to medium coverage. They can be used by people who don’t need full coverage or a heavy feel. Very light. Looks natural. Cons of using…

Taking care of the skin around your eyes can be very tricky. There are many brands out there claiming how their eye cream can perform wonders, but people still don’t see any results from these products. Let’s look into the different eye issues people have and how you can treat them with different skincare actives and medical procedures. Types of Eye Issues: How can you treat these skin issues? For Dark circles: Retinol or Vitamin A: Retinol can act as a really good antioxidant and can help with hyperpigmentation. It also helps to increase cell turnover and stimulate collagen production. Caffeine: Caffeine can improve the blood flow in the dermal…