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Amazing Skin is more than just genetics! In my blog we explore the science of skin, and the artistry of creating the natural products to keep it in the best condition possible.
Is Your Acne Treatment Making Your Skin Worse?
Posted by R'Chel Plank on 12/10/2022 to
Skin Care
Because oil is created by the skin, an entire industry has risen blaming any and all skin oil for every malady of the skin - especially acne. However in most cases there is a lifestyle component. For Example: Acne is not the result of oily skin. Most times it is a hormonal condition driven by androgen combining with surface bacteria and fatty acids that are naturally occurring that create pimples and blemishes. This is why most acne cases are typically a condition of teens, in women about a week before menstruation, and person's under stressful situations.
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Milia, and KP, and burns...oh my! What's Up with Those Bumps?
Posted by R'Chel Plank on 12/10/2022 to
Skin Care
Milia are small dome shaped bumps of keratin. They can occur in all ethnicities, genders, and ages of people. The majority of the time they are not painful, though they can make up for that in annoyance factor. Sometimes friction from rough clothing or bedding can cause them to appear red and irritated.
Astringents and Toner...(and a geek out about phenols)...
Posted by R'Chel Plank on 12/10/2022 to
Skin Care
Toners and astringents can be confusing. They do mostly the same thing: serve as a final cleansing step, reduce the appearance of pore size, and reduce redness. The biggest difference between toners and astringents is subtle. Toners hydrate, nourish, and balance pH levels while astringents also serve to remove skin oil.
Hydration, Hydration, Hydration!
Posted by R'Chel Plank on 12/10/2022 to
Skin Care
Humectant products are designed to hydrate at a cellular level, and they're anything but basic. A great payload of nourishment can accompany the hydration and that can be a good thing when that nourishment is organic and natural. Beware of sending a big slurry of synthetics into the deeper levels of your skin...
Elixirs , Eye Creams, and Moisturizer
Posted by R'Chel Plank on 12/10/2022 to
Skin Care
Natural Elixirs and Natural Moisturizers are formulated to address and repair damage (aka prevent fine lines and wrinkles), provide additional hydration, and to do some deep healing overnight - to help you with that ageless look.