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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Pilar’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 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…
Read MoreHelp My Sensitive Skin!
Even after having two, I can still say my skin is as sensitive as a baby’s. For many years, my skin couldn’t tolerate lots of things – most new makeup and skincare products, various sunscreens, pillowcases, and even hotel towels! When it comes down to it, for people who have sensitive skin (as well as rosacea, eczema, and other skin concerns) it’s usually fragrance that is…
Read MoreBeauty Decluttering 101
Get ready for the ultimate skincare and cosmetics decluttering workout! Sometimes these personal care items are the last ones we think of when we’re on an organizing spree, but in many ways they are the most important. Creams, serums, eyeshadows, foundations, brushes – all of these touch our skin, and all of them have a specific shelf life. So put on your yoga pants, and get an exercise playlist ready!…
Read MorePower Up with Vitamin C!
Last winter, I was constantly getting sick from the kids – picking up their coughs and sneezes as often as I picked up their laundry. I scheduled a visit with my doctor to do routine bloodwork and to see if there was any medication or precaution I could use to better maintain my health. When we met for our consultation, he simply told me this – Vitamin C was my best…
Read MoreSkincare Confessions! Hear from Laurel, 56.
Welcome to our new Blog Series – Skincare Confessions. It’s like a peek into your bestie’s makeup bag, or a one-on-one beauty talk with a trusted friend. We’ve asked our customers, co-workers, acquaintances and family for their honest thoughts and feelings on skincare and cosmetics: tips, woes, loves, daily routines and must-have products. Get ready to be inspired! This post is from Laurel – our customer and the co-owner of a bakery and…
Read MoreThe Good of Glycerin in Skincare
So, what exactly is Glycerin? I must admit I didn’t know much about Glycerin before writing this post even after years spent working in the cosmetics industry. If I was playing one of those word games and Glycerin came out, I’d probably shout “SOAP!” without a second thought. And it’s true – Glycerin is a component of many, many personal products we…
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