Everyone is so busy these days it’s sometimes easy to forget the basics and neglect our skin. I’m here to help with some skin care 101. This time I’m talking about washing your face – why, how and when. Oh and my advice is for both women and men. [More]

Have you ever wondered what your skin looks like to the sun? I know it sounds funny but with special high-tech cameras you can see what your skin looks like under ultraviolet light (UV). It can be worrisome or it can be amazing. The difference? Sunscreen! [More]

I have a distinct memory from childhood of getting a bad sunburn and my dad rushing out to get an aloe plant. The burn hurt but I remember feeling much better when he broke open the plant and applied this gel like substance to my skin. Since then I’ve always been fond of this super plant which is part of why it’s a key ingredient in our products. Here’s the full scoop on this wonderful plant… [More]

Suncare is not just a U.S. issue; it’s a global concern. That’s why we love sharing studies from around the world. This week a great finding comes from our friends in Norway. They analyzed using higher SPF vs. lower SPF and the effects on melanoma risk. [More]

This week we are getting to the bottom of the age-old debate: “Is makeup with SPF enough?” with a quick and easy guide for all your questions around this subject. Now you’ll always know the truth. [More]

I turned the heater on this week for the first time in months. On the good side it made my place all warm and cozy but it also made my skin feel dry. It got me thinking, now is definitely a good time to think about how to change up my skin care for the colder months. [More]

One of my favorite teas to drink when I have cold is chamomile. It always calms and soothes my nerves. It's also one of the key ingredients in our Organic Purifying Facial Cleanser and Organic Revitalizing Night Cream. Let's take a closer look at this helpful ingredient. [More]

As a suncare company we love reading new research. One of the most interesting studies we've seen recently concluded that using an SPF 15 or greater sunscreen has the potential to reduce melanoma by 18% according to the Journal of Clinical Oncology. For something so easy to do, just slap on sunblock as part of your daily routine, we think that's pretty great. [More]

About a month ago we shared a story about a skin cancer public service announcement (PSA) that the cast of The Big Bang Theory did for a young fan that passed from the disease. You can find the inspiring story here. The PSA was shot in support of the Claire Marie Foundation, the namesake organization started by the mother of the young fan to honor her death and raise awareness of adolescent skin cancer. About a week ago the Claire Marie Foundation teamed up with actress and model Molly Sims for another outstanding PSA. [More]

Hope you all made the most of this summer with lots of beach time, pool cool-downs and outdoor fun. I'm also hoping you used plenty of sunblock and practiced good sun protection. If for some reason you didn't and were overexposed to the sun – look out for these signs to stay safe and healthy. [More]