The Gene-ius — Skin Clinic

Dry and dehydrated skin may be one of the most common skin complaints, especially among mature women. Dry skin is a skin type that means skin is genetically predisposed to inadequate oil production which leads to chronic dryness. Skin may become dry as oil production decreases with age.1  This problem can be made worse by such things as powdery makeup that absorbs the natural oil, using harsh products that strip away oil, and certain medications.1  The natural oil barrier of the skin which ensures the retention of moisture is insufficient to do its job. Dehydrated skin is a skin condition...

In the world of skincare, products that claim to include only natural ingredients have seen a huge uptick in popularity. Conversely, products that include ingredients like silicone have often been called out and demonized as damaging, even dangerous for skin. “I’ve heard from the esthetic community that silicones form a barrier over your skin that can lead to a host of negative outcomes like trapping sebum, bacteria and dead skin cells,” says Jessica McLaughlin, HydroPeptide esthetician. “Many think it increases acne breakouts or prevents moisture from reaching your skin.” Despite these claims, skincare chemists and dermatologists have argued that silicone...

It’s festival season, which means great music, camping with your friends, and wearing crazy outfits and makeup. It also means your skin is exposed to tons of environmental changes in the one to four days you’re rocking out in the sunshine. Taking time throughout the day to give your skin some love can save you weeks of skin woes following your festival. Read on for some key advice on how to make sure your skin stays fresh and glowy all festival season long. The 2 hour sunscreen rule. We know, we’ve said it before. Reapplying sunscreen every 2 hours you’re...

We get it, the neck and décolleté aren't windows to the soul (like your eyes) and they're never going to be the source of endless compliments (Can you imagine someone telling you your neck is glowing? Creepy...) But as you age, if you aren't taking care of your neck and décolleté, they can be the first thing to give away how old you really are. So, in the interest of keeping that information hidden for as long as possible, we've compiled some of our favorite at-home steps to taking care of yourself below the face.  1. Cleansing Extended  This first step is about as simple...

With Spring break and Summer vacations right around the corner, many of us have exciting travel planned. The one downside of traveling is the potentially disastrous effects an airplane can have on your skin. We interviewed HydroPeptide's Head of Education Erin Larson on how to avoid potential skin-tastrophes and make sure you get that "on vacation" glow.  What are some common skincare issues people encounter from traveling? Traveling can cause everything from dryness and dehydration to breakouts and increased sensitivity. How do you prepare your skin for a long flight? Hydration is key for protecting your skin. I make sure to...