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How to get a healthy tan

Posted by monica cendejas on Oct 29, 2012 1:46:00 PM

What is it about a summer tan that we love so much?  It is actually quite interesting where the popularity of tanning began.

The history

Tanning is a fairly recent trend in our society.  Throughout history, tanned skin has not been considered as universally desired as it is today.  Historically, pale skin indicated high social status.  If you had a tan, it meant you worked outdoors as a manual laborer, while pale skin showed that you could afford to stay out of the sun and spend time and money on your physical appearance. 

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Topics: aging skin, glowing skin, sun damage, SPF

Out with the old...in with the new: Tips on skin health for summer

Posted by Brittany O'Brien on Aug 6, 2012 10:45:00 AM

We’'ve all heard the saying when the seasons change and spring approaches “time for spring cleaning!” You proceed to clean everything out whether it be your wardrobe or nick knacks around the house that have seen better days...but what about your skincare products? We’'ve all done it... kept all the little sample products of creams, cleansers, toners, masks, that are all outdated or have never been touched!

 Well you know what I say? Out with the old, in with the new! Summer is here and is in full effect. Ask yourself … do I have a good sunscreen and skincare regiment? Everyone should have the “basics” as I like to call it to their daily skincare regimen, what are these you ask?  I like to keep it simple and less congested with my skincare ritual. I am a firm believer in having 4 products on hand ALWAYS.

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Topics: skincare, skin health, aging skin, glowing skin, sun damage, antioxidants, SPF

5 things you should know about sun protection

Posted by monica cendejas on May 10, 2012 3:30:00 PM

In honor of May as skin cancer awareness month, here is a list of important things to know about sun protection.  Take a look at what you are using daily as well as what you use for a beach or park outing and compare it to the list below.  How does your sun protection measure up?

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Topics: skincare, skin health, aging skin, sun damage, SPF

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