Growing up in the 80s, most things came out of bottles, tubes and cans – so when I got a cut at a friend’s house, I was surprised to see her mother bring an Aloe Vera plant over to where I was sitting. On the wound (which had been washed with soap and water) she put a gooey, clear-ish substance that oozed out of leaf. It soothed the…
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Dive In: A Hyaluronic Acid Discussion
What exactly is Hyaluronic Acid – or what the skincare world has been calling “the fountain of youth” – and what can it do for your skin? At Care Skincare, we LOVE Hyaluronic Acid and here’s why: it is a super molecule and substance our body produces naturally to keep our tissues hydrated. Hyaluronic Acid holds up…
Read MorePilar’s Thoughts on Tireless Retinoid Night Serum.
Her first experience with retinol, creating the perfect retinoid product, and her personalized 4 Step PM Routine. Pilar co-founded Digital Brands LLC with her husband Ricardo, launching their first brand Care Skincare in 2018. Trying Retin-A: a cautionary tale. In my early 40s, my dermatologist prescribed Retin-A for the newly discovered lines on my forehead.…
Read MoreSkincare Rituals for Your Sign
It’s a sign of the times that we all need to take extra care – and that means different things for different astrological signs. The Care Team has a love of skincare AND sharing our horoscopes – so here are your personalized beauty rituals with tips, style recommendations, and a dash of individual star power. Read on! AQUARIUS JANUARY…
Read MoreAnti-Aging Ingredients We Believe In
When we feel and look our best, it’s such a confidence builder – at every age. Embracing who you are and being comfortable within yourself always shines through from the inside out. And transformative skincare that keeps your complexion hydrated, radiant and healthy always gets a smile in the mirror – no matter how many candles are on the next birthday cake! Brands use the term “anti-aging” so often, but it should really be “aging beautifully” instead. Ricardo and…
Read MoreDeclutter Your Mental State with Ingrid Bacci PHD CST
There’s so much talk about tidying up your closet, bedroom, and kitchen counter. But how can we clean up our busy minds? Ingrid Bacci is a PHD CST who once struggled with high levels of stress and major physical pain that doctors said was incurable. After her challenging journey to self-wellness, she has dedicated herself to learning,…
Read MoreRai·son d’ê·tre by Ricardo Quintero
Although my first job was working with my father in his intimate apparel business, my first formal job was at Procter & Gamble. Not that my job with my father was not real. It was, but somehow when I was hired at Procter & Gamble, I felt that I was really on my own. I remember my…
Read MoreDeclutter Your Spring Skincare Routine
Who doesn’t dream about achieving bathroom Zen? Editing your skincare shelf down to the things you really love + use + need can be so satisfying. It’s time to take a look at what you have, let go of what you don’t want and celebrate the things that you do! Let it all hang out. First chaos, then order. I always recommend pulling every item in that category…
Read MoreEverything You Want To Know About Retinol!
We’d love to save you a Google search and answer your questions right here: “What is retinol, and what amazing things can it do for my skin?” How do we define retinol? Care Skincare Head of Product Innovation Debbie D’Aquino has a wealth of experience in the prestige beauty industry and is our go-to skincare scientist. According…
Read MoreMaskne, No More!
Have you noticed those little bumps, pimples, red spots or patches of irritation after repeatedly wearing a mask to work or – in my case – even after one trip to the grocery store? Most likely it’s maskne – something new that’s popped up (literally) during the global pandemic. Dermatologists have said that mask rubbing, or even sweating underneath a mask, can lead to skin irritation. Here are a few great tips…
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