We all know by now how essential it is to apply sunscreen in order to protect our skin from damaging UV rays. But did you also know that how you apply sunscreen is of equal importance? Make sure you reap the maximum benefits from sunscreen with quality products and proper application. When looking [...]
Posted by Audrey Kunin, MD
Category: Blog Posts, Sun Protection Tags: sensitive skin, sunscreen, UV light
Skin is the external portrait of what's going on inside our bodies, and in the case of stress, it's usually not a pretty picture. Chronic stress makes skin more sensitive and reactive, which can inflame acne, worsen psoriasis and rosacea, and trigger painful fever blisters. Plus, when you're fretti [...]
Posted by Audrey Kunin, MD
Category: Blog Posts, Stress Tags: sensitive skin, stress, rosacea, acne
You can't neglect cleansing and moisturizing your face very long before noticing it's too slick or dry. But you may skip out on the toner altogether because you think your cleanser is enough to remove all the impurities from your skin. Or maybe you simply haven't found a toner that firms your face [...]
Posted by Audrey Kunin, MD
Category: Acne, Balanced Skin, Blog Posts, Exfoliation Tags: toner, pH balanced, Litmus Test
The path to anti-aging starts on your plate. Why? Nutrients are the building blocks for healthy skin that is the picture of beauty. Sprinkle your day with these snacks, which supplement your skincare routine in turning back the clock. Vitamin A: The plant form of vitamin A, highly-pigmented "beta-ca [...]
Posted by Audrey Kunin, MD
Category: Anti-Aging, Balanced Skin, Blog Posts, Rejuvenation Tags: omega-3, vitamin c, younger skin, nutrition, vitamin A
Glycolic acid is an effective alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) typically used in anti-aging skin care, but it's also good for treating sensitive skin, acne and hyperpigmentation, especially when it is in a buffered state. Derived from natural sugar cane, glycolic acid owes its efficacy to its small molecul [...]
Posted by Audrey Kunin, MD
Category: Anti-Aging, Blog Posts Tags: aha, buffered glycolic, Litmus Test, anti-aging, glycolic acid
