MY EXPERIENCE: Not only do I work and write for Skin NV, but I am also fortunate enough to use the actual skincare products that we sell. In my long standing career of working with cosmeceuticals and injectables, I have seen and used many, many products. Like many of you, I have found certain products […]
INJECTIONS: WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW
In this day and age, women want to look like the very best version of themselves (not overly done, plumped or pinched). How can this be achieved? For starters, make sure you are using the proper skincare. Over-the-counter products may be cheaper, but they often clog your skin and cause more damage than good because […]
REVIVE You Skin
Whether the winter months were particularly harsh on your skin, or you have been enjoying a few sun-kissed vacations, it’s probably time to do a little “Spring Cleaning” with your skincare products and your daily regimen. It’s never too late to revive your skin, and you will likely see best results with little regimen tweaks […]
Super Selfie: How To Look Pretty In Pictures
In our “selfie”powered culture, it’s even more important to know how to look fabulous in every picture you are in. Especially when you are posting that picture on 4-5 different social media sites. Admit it, we all love it when our pictures turn out well, but how can we get it near perfect every time? […]
Glycated Sugar: Why It Kills Skin
Did you know that the average American consumes about 150 pounds of sugar each year? Sugar is in more foods that you think, and it’s also quite harmful to the skin! In fact, according to Annette Tobia, PhD, “Sugar kills skin. It can turn an ivory smooth complexion into a lunar surface of wrinkled, crepey, […]
The Truth About Your Pores
What makes my pores look so big? There are a lot of factors that cause our pores to appear large. Kaisa Marshall, Medical Aesthetician and skincare expert for Skin NV, filled us in on some of the reasons why: 1. Sun damage: Where do your pores look the largest? I’m betting the areas that receive […]
Dermal Fillers: Not Just For Lines and Wrinkles Anymore
We know that dermal fillers are primarily used to fill lines and wrinkles in the face. Most fillers are made of Hyaluronic Acid, but other products like Radiesse are made of calcium hydroxylapatite in a 70% gel consisting of cellulose, glycerin and sterile water. Radiesse has also been known to stimulate the body to produce […]
31 Days To The Best You Ever
31 DAYS TO THE BEST YOU EVER! In January, we posted 31 daily beauty tips on our Facebook page; it’s never too late to start your skincare resolutions! DAY 1: Establish a regular skincare routine – stick to it! Now is the perfect time to start a good routine for your skin. Unsure where to […]
Going Below The Surface: How Do Non-Ablative Lasers Work?
In today’s cosmetic world there are a lot of new laser treatments. It can be confusing to know exactly which one is right for you and to know how each laser can benefit your skin. Non-ablative lasers, like the original Fraxel laser, have many benefits and little downtime (unlike some of the more ablative CO2 […]
Happy New Year: Be The Best YOU Ever
The New Year is a great time to start over. You didn’t exercise like you should have in 2014? You can start now. You didn’t eat the way you should have last year? No problem. It’s 2015, start a new diet! It’s that easy. The same applies to your skincare regimen. It can be hard […]