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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Skincare Confessions, From Home.
I’m a work from home (and stay-at-home) mom with two loving, high energy kids under the age of 6. Like many of us, I’m grateful to stay put and thankful for those who keep our country going – yet I also find the days are busier than ever, leaving very little time for self-care. Here are my daily skincare confessions! Confession #1: I’ve been skipping some…
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: Why It’s So Important 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…
Read MoreHandle Your Morning Like a Boss
Mornings might have been the boss of me lately, but I realize that has got to change. I’ve truly never been a “rise and shine” person, even after a coffee and a shot of espresso. It was hard enough getting out the door when I was single, and now with two kids (and two school…
Read MoreMajor Multi-Tasking on the Daily
Wow, there’s a lot we have to accomplish on a day to day basis – and that’s the understatement of the year. The positive side is it’s wonderful to add value to your work, home, family and community. On the flip side: how on earth can we get all of this done? Anecdotally, I have two full…
Read MoreHello Forties! Past and Present Skincare Thoughts
After a big birthday, I suppose it’s natural to look back in wonder – where did all the time go? If I was to walk on the street and pass myself at age 20 (with breakup bangs), what would I say to her? One of the lovely things about being young is the freedom of possibility;…
Read MoreDive Right In: A Hyaluronic Acid Skincare 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 MoreTravel Light, Summer Style
I love a good packing challenge. For our most recent trip, I was able to fit all of our belongings for ONE WEEK in ONE carry-on – for a family of four! (That’s two adults, two kids, and 1-2 pairs of shoes apiece plus snacks). Disclaimer: we’ll take a backpack for things we might need en-route, too. I…
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