Anti-Aging

Collagen has long been connected to younger looking skin. But what actually is collagen? Collagen is a major building block in the body and is an essential component of healthy skin—it helps the skin’s cells adhere to each other while giving the skin strength and elasticity. Collagen helps to support and build many organisms and tissues in the body, including: Hair Nails Skin Muscles Eyes Digestive system   Collagen and Elastin: Two important elements in the skin “The skin is made of up of three layers,” explains New York City board-certified dermatologist Dr. Nava Greenfield. “The outermost layer serves a...

What is Gua Sha? If you are not already familiar with facial Gua Sha, it's time to get to know this ancient Chinese facial sculpting technique. Dating back centuries, Gua Sha has been used by acupuncturists and traditional Chinese medicine doctors to help alleviate everything from heat stroke and headaches to the common cold as well as body aches and pains. The word "Sha" refers to the redness on the skin that appears after the treatment and ultimately triggers the skin to renew itself. The aesthetic benefits of Gua Sha were discovered almost by accident. When acupuncturists performed the Eastern...

When you’re looking to make changes to your skin, one of the most important steps to add into your routine is a serum. Serums are essentially the “treatment” step of a skincare routine. They’re formulated with a higher percentage of active ingredients than most moisturizers, and they’re meant to be layered closest to the skin for maximum absorption. HydroPeptide’s serums are designed to address the most common skincare concerns, from excess oil production to fine lines and wrinkles. Read on to determine which HydroPeptide serum is best for you. For the Wrinkle Warrior: Around age 25, collagen production in the...