7 Reasons Why You Should Get A Facial Right Now

Everyone knows that spa treatments are divinely relaxing, especially getting a facial. Everyone should also know that these treatments are beneficial for your skin. But why is this, exactly and why should we get one? Keep the largest organ (the skin) healthy with a facial! Read ahead for some of the myriad reasons to get a facial.

7 Reasons Why You Should Get A Facial Right Now

1. Skin Tips From A Professional

We may think we know our skin like the back of our hand. But if we go to an expert for a facial, then we’ll learn more. The reason is that they see your skin without filters or makeup. So they get an insider’s perspective on exactly what’s going on with your skin, for better or for worse. It also gives them an idea of which skin products to recommend.

This is not necessarily the case if you wander into any beauty counter at a department store. It’s difficult to assess one’s skin when wearing makeup.

2. Improved Circulation

Our skin’s health is greatly affected when our blood circulation slows. This process is heightened as we age, which is the reason for wrinkles and age spots. How to slow this process? Steam and facial massages from a professional increase blood circulation which leads to new nutrients being introduced into the skin. More youthful skin is achievable with a facial.

3. Hydration

This is extremely essential for a youthful glow. No matter your age or how oily or dry your skin is, hydration is an important reason to get a facial. Our skin cells depend on water to survive. Dehydrated, dry and flaky skin has even less oil as time goes on. With oily skin, then the more dehydrated your skin, the more oily it gets. This is why regular facials are of paramount importance.

4. Clears Up Blackheads & Clogged Pores

These unsightly and unwelcome guests can affect your confidence and dull your skin. Exfoliating can help, but for a far more effective treatment, get a facial. An esthetician makes sure to properly prepare your skin and uses very effective methods of unclogging pores and blackheads. This is also done without harming your skin. Home exfoliation, when not done properly may cause damage to your skin.

5. Diagnose Skin Problems

Don’t have the flawless skin you desire? Your esthetician can help! Highly experienced in all types of skin conditions, these experts know of great treatments. The next time you get a facial, you’ll be doing your skin a favor by getting some professional advice and treatment. Get your skin looking it’s best!

6. Powerful Exfoliation

As stated previously, home exfoliation is often too harsh. It can leave your skin dry and peeling. An esthetician has the magic touch for your skin. They can perform a deep exfoliation without damaging your skin. This professional skill is usually done with a few different methods including ultrasound exfoliating, bio abrasion, enzymes or acids. Depending on your skin type, the method will change.

7. Relieves Stress

Ahhhh. This is typically the top reason someone would get a facial. It’s the dreamiest spa treatment. It leaves you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated, like a new woman. What’s not to love? It has all the elements of a relaxing day. Soft music playing, a soft and comfortable bed, warm lighting, and a face massage. (Sometimes a neck and shoulder massage too!) If this isn’t reason enough to start getting a regular facial, I suggest rereading this blog.

Enjoy!

Hommes Cleansing Gel

Washing your face daily, is easily one best first steps you can take to starting a skincare routine. Give Hommes new Cleansing Gel a try, we are sure you will love it.

A cleansing gel that effectively eliminates dirt and excess oil for clean, shave-ready skin. 
Designed for the modern man, the creamy lather gently cleanses and preps the skin for a comfortable shave, while cucumber extract awakens the senses. 
Refresh and invigorate skin with Lumière de Vie Hommes Cleansing Gel.

Benefits

• Cleanses skin and eliminates dirt and excess oil
• Preps skin for a comfortable shave
• Ideal to use as a shaving gel for smoother skin
• Cucumber extract invigorates the senses

Learn More Here

Hommes Mens Hydrating Aloe Cream

Men listen up,  Ladies love a man with smooth soft skin.

Our new Lumiere De Vie Hommes Hydrating Aloe Cream, an ultra-light, hydrating cream that smooths even the toughest skin. Formulated to deeply moisturize and help maintain elasticity, the aloe-packed cream reduces the appearance of redness caused by shaving, while hyaluronic acid improves dry skin. Sooth and condition skin with Lumière de Vie Hommes Hydrating Aloe Cream.

Benefits

• Draws and seals in moisture for daily hydration
• Soothes irritated skin post-shave
• Normalizes the skin for a comfortable feel
• Improves elasticity and smoothness for younger-looking skin

Learn More Here

Lumiere de Vie Conditioning Beard Elixir

Men take your beard to the next level with our new    Lumiere de Vie Conditioning Beard Elixir.

A lightweight oil that conditions and smooths facial hair for a softer, more manageable beard. The nourishing blend of fruit and nut oils work to tame coarse beard hairs and prevent breakage for a healthy, silky-looking beard that starts at the root. 

• Smooths the beard for a polished appearance
• Enhances manageability when styling the beard
• Helps prevent hair breakage
• Improves shine and gives beard a silky texture
• Suitable for all skin types

Learn More Here

Lumière de Vie® Hommes Advanced Skin Care for the Modern Man!

Advanced Skin Care for the Modern Man starts with Lumiere de Vie Hommes – a brand featuring classic products with proven results. Uniquely formulated with high-quality, effective ingredients that penetrate even the toughest skin, this distinctive line works to combat uneven texture, dryness, and fatigued skin. Elevate your skincare with fresh, innovative formulas designed for every man. You’re tough, but your skin doesn’t have to be.

Lumière de Vie Hommes Cleansing Gel

A cleansing gel that effectively eliminates dirt and excess oil for clean, shave-ready skin. Designed for the modern man, the creamy lather gently cleanses and preps the skin for a comfortable shave, while cucumber extract awakens the senses. Refresh and invigorate skin with Lumière de Vie Hommes Cleansing Gel.

• Cleanses skin and eliminates dirt and excess oil
• Preps skin for a comfortable shave
• Ideal to use as a shaving gel for smoother skin
• Cucumber extract invigorates the senses

Lumière de Vie Hommes Hydrating Aloe Cream

An ultra-light, hydrating cream that smooths even the toughest skin. Formulated to deeply moisturize and help maintain elasticity, the aloe-packed cream reduces the appearance of redness caused by shaving, while hyaluronic acid improves dry skin. Sooth and condition skin with Lumière de Vie Hommes Hydrating Aloe Cream.

• Draws and seals in moisture for daily hydrating
• Soothes irritated skin post-shave
• Normalizes the skin for a comfortable feel
• Improves elasticity and smoothness for younger-looking skin

Lumière de Vie Hommes Conditioning Beard Elixir

A lightweight oil that conditions and smooths facial hair for a softer, more manageable beard. The nourishing blend of fruit and nut oils work to tame coarse beard hairs and prevent breakage for a healthy, silky-looking beard that starts at the root. Tame and condition facial hair with Lumière de Vie Hommes Conditioning Beard Elixir.

• Smooths the beard for a polished appearance
• Enhances manageability when styling the beard
• Helps prevent hair breakage
• Improves shine and gives beard a silky texture
• Suitable for all skin types

Learn More Here

4 New Exciting products from Royal Spa®

Check out these four exciting new products from Royal Spa.

Royal Spa® Foaming Brown Sugar Body Scrub

Take the time to coat yourself with this delicious, soothing scrub made from brown sugar. Treat yourself to the caramel hues and a sugary scent of an enriched formula that features the exfoliating elements of brown sugar crystals and walnut shell powder, and moisture-preserving humectants. After a long day, replenish your skin’s softness with the Royal Spa Foaming Brown Sugar Body Scrub.

Benefits

• Brown sugar crystals gently polish away dull, rough skin
• Walnut shell powder exfoliates to soften skin
• Foaming action cleanses the skin of dirt and impurities
• Leaves skin looking smooth and refreshed
• Pleasant, subtle scent of brown sugar

Royal Spa® Moisturizing Brown Sugar Body Lotion

Condition your skin with an ultra-nourishing lotion formulated with brown sugar, nature’s moisturizer.  Your skin is left feeling soft and smooth to touch, with a sweet scent that lingers throughout the day. Treat your skin to luxury with the Royal Spa Moisturizing Brown Sugar Body Lotion.

Benefits

• Moisturizes the body for smoother-feeling skin
• Conditions to relieve dry skin
• Leaves skin delicately scented with brown sugar

Royal Spa® Nourishing Brown Sugar Bath & Shower Gel

Bathe your skin in the sweet scent of brown sugar with this foaming shower gel. Infused with mica, this caramelized body cleanser leaves skin feeling soft and conditioned throughout the day. Refresh your skin with the Royal Spa Nourishing Brown Sugar Bath & Shower Gel.

Benefits

• Nourishing lather cleanses the body
• Does not dry out skin like bar soap
• Leaves skin delicately scented with brown sugar

Royal Spa® Scalp Revival Scrub

Give your shampoo a break and let this unique scrub cleanse and balance your scalp. Formulated with salt granules, this exfoliating formula soothes the scalp by helping to eliminate product buildup and dead skin. Revitalize your scalp with Royal Spa Scalp Revival Scrub.

Benefits

• Revitalizing scrub cleanses to balance the scalp
• Salt granules exfoliate to remove product buildup and dead skin
• Leaves the scalp feeling smoother

Skincare Beyond The Face

We talk about taking care of the skin on your face quite often, but today we are diving into total body skincare. Read on to see which things you are already doing right, and what you can add into your daily routine.

5 Body Skincare Tips

1. Exfoliate. You probably already know to exfoliate your face 2-3 times a week, but did you know that exfoliating your entire body is important. We suggest using a body scrub to gently remove dead skin, leaving your skin fresh and soft after you shower.
2. Keeping your skin moisturized is key. We recommend moisturizing your entire body after you shower, your pores are open and ready to take in all of that moisture and nutrients.
3. Your hands can easily show your age so make sure you are taking good care of them. Be sure to moisturize them throughout the day, along with using a cuticle oil in the evening.
4. Layer on the sunscreen. Even on cloudy days, you need to wear sunscreen to protect your skin. See our blog post here to learn all about how to find the right sunscreen for you.
5. Many of us suffer from facial acne, but body acne is also a problem for many. We suggest using an acne body cleanser which will help kill acne-causing bacteria.

AUTHOR

Sarah Slusher

How to pick the right sunscreen to protect your skin

Spending time in the sun is a must in the summer. But it also means your skin is exposed to harmful UV rays that can lead to premature skin aging, painful sunburns, and even skin cancer. That can all be prevented with a good sunscreen, but which one to choose? There are a lot of options out there, so don’t get duped! Read our sunscreen guide to get the facts on what’s most important in a sunscreen.

Pick the right SPF

This can vary based on your skin type, SPF 30 is the most commonly recommended. SPF 15 blocks 93% of UVB rays, SPF 30 blocks 97% of UVB rays and SPF 50 blocks 98% of UVB rays. So, the difference between 30 and 50 is about 1 percent. We highly recommend you pick at least SPF 30. SPF 50 is great for those days you spend the entire day out in the sun.

How often should you apply your sunscreen

Reapply your sunscreen every 2 hours for the best protection. Even if your skin isn’t burning, you could be at risk from harmful UV rays after that period.

How much sunscreen should I use?

A good rule of thumb is to use 1 teaspoon for each body part. A teaspoon for your face and neck, arm, leg, chest, and back.

Does SPF block all types of harmful UV rays?

SPF protects against ultraviolet B rays, which is what causes sunburn. But it may not protect against ultraviolet A rays, which can cause skin cancer and premature aging of the skin. If you want to be sure you’re protected against both types of UV rays, look for a sunscreen that’s labeled “broad-spectrum.”

Shop our Cellular Laboratories® De-Aging Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+

Cellular Laboratories De-Aging Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ contains multiple sunscreen active ingredients which lessen the skin’s vulnerability to the sun and protect against the signs of aging caused by the sun. Shield yourself from the harsh rays of the sun with Cellular Laboratories De-Aging Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ that works to keep your youthful and vibrant appearance intact.

AUTHOR

Sarah Slusher

Why Use Toner?

Do you use a toner as part of your daily skincare routine? If not you might want to continue reading to find out what a toner could do for your skin.

Why Use Toner?

Toner is an important step in your skincare regimen that you may be missing. Toner softens and hydrates your skin, making it more receptive to other skincare products. It should be used after cleansing and before moisturizer or other skincare products. Using a good toner that is right for your skin is extremely important, as it can help your skin’s specific problem areas.

Benefits of Toner

• Helps to reduce the appearance of rough, dry skin, leaving it looking softer and smoother
• Supports healthy skin hydration for a younger-looking, radiant complexion
• Exfoliates skin to cleanse pores and remove impurities and excess oils

Toner FAQs

How do I apply a toner?

Toners are usually a thin textured formula that can be easily applied with a small cotton ball or cotton round. Gently wipe across the face until it feels completely clean. Toners can cause a tightening effect on the skin, so it’s important to always finish your regimen with a moisturizer.

How is toner different from a cleanser?

A cleanser removes surface dirt, oil, impurities, and pollutants from the face. Toner helps to remove excess oils and impurities that lie a bit deeper in the skin by gently exfoliating the skin. Both cleansing and toning help to prepare the skin for the application of skin treatments and moisturizer.

When during my skincare regimen do I use a toner?

Using a toner is the second step in the cleansing process. It should be applied daily after your cleanser, to help remove excess oils and dead skin that may still be present on the face after cleansing. Toner helps prepare the skin for other skincare products, so apply it before moisturizer or other products.

AUTHOR

Sarah Slusher

10 Skincare Tips For Acne Prone Skin

Many of us suffer from acne, regardless of age. Today we are sharing 10 skincare tips for acne-prone skin. Even if you do not suffer from acne yourself, these are great tips to pass on.

10 Skincare Tips For Acne Prone Skin

1. Stick with a skincare program, switching up programs regularly can irritate your skin
    and cause more breakouts. Give an acne treatment time to work. You want to use a
    product for 6 to 8 weeks. It takes that long to see some improvement. If you don’t see
    any improvement by then, you can try another product. Keep in mind complete clearing
    your skin generally takes 3 to 4 months.

2. Don’t be too heavy handed with your acne treatment. Even if you are currently breaking out,

    do not pile on the acre treatment, evenly spread out a thin layer to properly treat skin. 

    To prevent new blemishes, spread a thin layer of the acne medication evenly over your 

    acne-prone skin.  For example, if you tend to breakout on your forehead, nose, and chin, 

    you’d want to apply the acne treatment evenly on all of these areas of your face. 

    We recommend this anti-blemish lotion to treat problem areas.

3.  Look for makeup and sunscreen that will not clog your pores, these items are often labeled 

     as non-comedogenic.   One amazing benefit of our Motives Custom Blend products is that 

     extra items can be added in to help combat issues such as acne

4.  Clean your makeup brushes. Even if you are using non-pore-clogging makeup if you are 

     applying it with a dirty brush you will still break out. Brushes and sponges easily fill with 

     acne-causing bacteria so wash them regularly. You can see our blog post here on how to 

     effectively clean your brushes

5.  Never, ever, go to bed with your makeup on. Remove your makeup before you go 

      to bed. No exceptions.  If you’re too tired to wash your face, use a makeup 

     remover towelette.

6.  There is such as thing as washing your face too often. Stick to washing your face 

     twice a day, when you wake up and before you go to bed. You’ll also want to wash 

     your face when you finish an activity that makes you sweat.

7.  You still need to moisturize. Acne prone skin is often oily, so you think moisturizing your 

     skin will make things worse, but you are wrong. If you do not moisturize daily it will dry 

     out your skin causing more acne. We suggest this Repairing Acne Lotion, use two times daily

8. You might feel tempted to over exfoliate thinking it will help clear up your skin. 

    Exfoliating is still important, but you want to be gentle, if you rub too hard it will 

    irritate your skin causing more breakouts.

9.  Don’t pop your zits. As embarrassing as they may seem, popping your zits can 

     cause more damage than good.  When you pop or squeeze acne, you’re likely to 

     push some of what’s inside (e.g., pus, dead skin cells, or bacteria) deeper into your 

     skin. When this happens, you increase inflammation. This can lead to more

     noticeable acne and sometimes be scarring and pain.

10.  Keep your hands off.  The last thing acne-prone skin needs is added dirt and bacteria from 

       your hands.  Many of us have a bad habit of touching our faces throughout the day, this is a 

       habit you will want to ditch if you have acne prone skin

Information for this blog post was found on American Academy of Dermatology: 

10 skin care habits that can worsen acne

AUTHOR

Sarah Slusher