Caffeine and Your Skin
Caffeine, “America’s most used drug”, works on skin in the three primary ways: as an antioxidant (fighting future signs of aging), a diuretic (making the skin temporarily appear smoother), and…
Product Review: La Mer Eye Concentrate
La Mer Eye Concentrate is amongst the newest products of the season. Concentrated with hematite, white algae, and the company’s signature Miracle BrothTM, LaMer Eye Concentrate claims to reduce…
Product Review: Olay Definity Eye Illuminator
Olay Definite Eye Illuminator claims to be a two-in-one sucker punch for the treatment for the delicate undereye region, acting as both a moisturizer and a concealer. Available in the…
Spotlight On: Alpha Hydroxy Acids
Alpha hydroxy acid products are the jeans of the skincare world: they have been used for years, but they’re not going anywhere anytime soon. And for good reason: According to…
Can Excess Sugar AGE Your Skin?
Picture: Advanced glycation endproduct pathway. Source: Nature. As you age, not only does collagen production decrease, but collagen itself changes, becoming tough, stiffened, and inflexible. According to DeGrey, advanced glycation…
Sirtuins and Skin Anti-Aging
Collagen provides the skin with durability and resilience. As collagen production decreases with age, the skin tends to lose firmness and elasticity. Currently, methods used to stimulate collagen production are…