by Shalana Crawford | Nov 17, 2020 | Acne, Anti-Aging, Esthetician Education, Lifestyle & Nutrition
Your hormone levels are CONSTANTLY changing. Between moodiness, irritability, hot flashes and crying for no damn reason, it is crystal clear that hormones are to blame for these behavior changes but did you know that hormonal fluctuations are also affecting your daily...
by Shalana Crawford | Mar 4, 2020 | Acne, Anti-Aging
Glycolic acid is an extremely effective exfoliant and it is used in skincare for it’s amazing skin renewal benefits! Glycolic acid belongs to a group of acids called alpha hydroxy acids. Alpha hydroxy acids are plant & animal-derived acids and they work by...
by Shalana Crawford | Jan 29, 2019 | Acne, Anti-Aging, Lifestyle & Nutrition
Hormones are chemical messengers that are responsible for controlling and coordinating activities throughout the body. Hormones are important for sexual & reproductive function, growth, hunger and stress. If you’ve dealt with any form of hormonal...
by Shalana Crawford | Jan 14, 2019 | Acne
Acne scarring results from inflammed acne lesions that are in the dermal layer (deeper) of the skin. The follicle enlarges due to bacteria, dead skin cells and excess oil. This material swells the pore and it eventually ruptures causing it to spill over into the...
by Shalana Crawford | Jan 6, 2019 | Acne, Anti-Aging, Lifestyle & Nutrition
While everyone is on the “do right” kick, I would like to speak to you all about stress and the effect it has on your body. In this fast-paced world, we are constantly moving….working, nurturing, shuttling kids around and trying to maintain. Few of...
by Shalana Crawford | Sep 27, 2018 | Acne, Anti-Aging
Enzymes are used in skincare as a way to gently exfoliate & soften the skin. Regular exfoliation is important because it decreases the likelihood of clogged pores and it also leaves the skin radiant & hydrated. The surface layer of the skin is comprised of...