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As Korean skincare trends have taken the world by storm, products such as toners and essences have gained in popularity for their brightening, hydrating and balancing effects. Read on to learn more about how to use these products to give your skincare routine a major upgrade. Step 1: Cleanse Cleansing before you apply a toner is an important step because it removes the dirt, debris and dead skin that can collect on the surface of skin throughout the day or night. A toner may remove additional dirt after your cleanse, but it shouldn’t be relied upon to clean the skin...

  Collagen has been a popular topic in anti-aging and skin health for a long time, but what does it really mean to lose collagen? Learn more about this important protein and determine the right steps you should take to preserve your collagen.  What is collagen? Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, accounting for about one-third of its protein composition. It’s one of the major building blocks of bones, skin, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Collagen is also found in many other body parts, including blood vessels, corneas, and teeth. You can think of it as the “glue”...

With so many specialized products out there, it can be hard to tell what you really need for your skin. If you've got concerns in the eye area, an eye serum may actually be the best choice for you. Read on to learn about this amazing style of product, and see if you need to add it to your routine.  Why should you be using an eye serum? Eye serums operate on the same premise that that face serums use, but they focus on, of course, issues around the eye area. Both eye and face serums are focused on treating...

The Tower Spa in Whitefield, New Hampshire is on the 4th floor of the gorgeous Mountain View Grand Resort, and it sports uniquely beautiful views of the natural surroundings. Spa director Olivia Ashby brings a unique perspective to her spa, making the spa itself all the more special with her ideas and energy. Read on to find out what Ashby thinks makes Tower Spa so special.  What is different about the Tower Spa? We're at the height of relaxation on the 4th floor of the resort. It's got amazing views with an incredible staff who always puts the guest first. What...

  Nowadays there are so many ingredients that purport to help improve skin’s elasticity, brightness, and collagen production, but few are more studied and widely accepted then Vitamin C. For years, research has shown how using vitamin C topically can have huge benefits for skin. If you’re still on the fence about adding this powerful ingredient to your routine, read on. There are various forms of vitamin C that are often included in skincare, but the most popular is called L-ascorbic acid. “L-ascorbic acid has long been the gold standard for vitamin C in skincare, because it is the raw...