Skin Care Insider

Do you know how AGEs affect your skin? No, I’m not talking about how your skincare needs can vary from decade to decade. I’m talking about advanced glycation end products, or AGEs for short. It’s rare that an acronym so perfectly describes a scientific term. AGEs really do make your skin look older! So it’s important to understand what they are and how to avoid them if you want your skin to look its best, no matter how old you are. Read More

The skincare world has a few superstars. Vitamin C is one you hear me rave about often. Vitamin A, particularly in the form of retinol, is another. It can be remarkably effective. But some people have a hard time tolerating it. It can irritate skin and make it more sensitive to the sun. But there are other options that are similar but gentler and still effective.  Read More

If you’re like me, you prefer natural products. Labels that boast “free of artificial flavors and dyes” are selling points. And you definitely try to stay away from chemicals. I’m sure you’d never expect to see me recommending products that contain a chemical dye. But believe it or not, that’s exactly what I’m about to do. Here’s why. Read More