The Glow Getters: Niacinamide, Kojic Acid, Liquorice Root & Thimadol
When I was pregnant, I loved when my friends and family commented that my skin was glowing. While it may have been sweat from all the other hormonal changes, I’d like to think it was because I was giving my skin an extra boost with glycolic acid and vitamin C. Glowing skin is all the […]
Anti-Aging and Skin Longevity with Vitamin C
What happens when you’re 26 and hear the words “you have melanoma”? Leah Adams never expected a cancer diagnosis
Melanoma: What You Might Not Know
Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer with a predicted 8430 deaths in 2025. Melanoma arises from the pigment producing cells in the skin, known as melanocytes. When these melanocytes go haywire and start to grow uncontrollably, that’s when you get melanoma. Sometimes it’s assumed that you only have melanocytes where you see a […]
Beyond the Diagnosis: A Melanoma Warrior’s Voice
What happens when you’re 26 and hear the words “you have melanoma”? Leah Adams never expected a cancer diagnosis
Man in the Mirror: Facing Vitiligo
If you were an 80s kid or followed Motown, you probably remember the King of Pop—Michael Jackson (MJ). Although he was known for his music and dance moves, MJ also made headlines for his skin condition, vitiligo, and his legacy is still alive today. Vitiligo is a chronic skin condition and affects about 1% of […]
No White Lies: The Truth About Vitiligo
What happens when you’re 26 and hear the words “you have melanoma”? Leah Adams never expected a cancer diagnosis
Dew it Right: Hyaluronic Acid
Do you have dry skin year-round or struggle with flakes more during the cold months of the year? Skin hydration is essential for skin health but it’s hard to know what ingredients keep their hydration promise. One MVP for skint that has grabbed the spotlight is hyaluronic acid (HA). HA, also known as hyaluronan, is […]
Fall Skin Reset: Repair, Rehydrate, and Restore
What happens when you’re 26 and hear the words “you have melanoma”? Leah Adams never expected a cancer diagnosis
Your Skin’s SOS Signal: Actinic Keratosis
Got any persistent, rough dry spots on your face? Have you ever lotioned up a spot that just won’t go away or noticed that your make up catches a dry patch on your face? You might think it’s just dry skin or maybe it’s a rash. Well, you might have something more serious going on. […]
Hidden Warnings: Why Rough Skin Deserves Attention
What happens when you’re 26 and hear the words “you have melanoma”? Leah Adams never expected a cancer diagnosis