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Skincare has always been a mystery for some of us, there are so many products out there and it’s hard to tell what will work best for you and what you really need in your late twenties. While you may be able to figure out your taxes and cook worthwhile meals, you may be wondering what products you really need to help you look as great as you feel! Well consider this your quick reference guide to the top 13 products every lady in their late twenties needs. Avene Classic Daily Sun Care for an ultra hydrating sunscreen for those of us who find other sunscreens drying. While many of us forget this incredibly important step, it’s really time we up our SPF game to keep our skin looking beautiful and protect against harsh UV rays. Another great sunscreen that does EVERYTHING; IPKN Pore Apple Sun Creme which is great under makeup because one of its features other than sun protection is makeup base. Glytone Improve Anti-Aging Eye Cream : This product means business and good thing too! This eye cream is sure to help fight any signs of aging around the eyes, like puffiness and wrinkles. Nip And Fab No Needle Fix Serum, is a must have not only to combat any signs of sagging skin or unwanted wrinkles but this product will also leave your skin ultra-hydrated and glowing! For the reset of your body try this quick absorbing moisturizer Replenix By Topix Green Tea Antioxidant Moisturizing Lotion to keep your skin barrier healthy and give your skin a healthy dose of antioxidants. Retexturing may sound foreign to you but is a must! Retexturing can help with rough dry skin, give you a healthy glow and aid in getting rid of those small bumps some of us experience just under our skin. Try Clearista Retexturizing Gel for almost instant results! If you are looking to pull the dirt and oil out of your pores (which you are, because smaller pores means more flawless looking skin) look no further than Dr. Brandt Pores No More : Vacuum Cleaner. This product really is a vacuum for all that dirt and oil and the difference after using this product is amazing! For those of us who want our cleanser to be gentle, yet strong enough to remove all dirt and makeup without over drying our skin, there is  Avene Gentle Milk Cleanser for that. Oh, and it is a no rinse formula, you just wipe it off. Skin care doesn’t get much easier than that! Now, if you really love anti-aging ( and we all do, it is never too early to start fighting the signs of aging) you need LifeCell PH Balanced Anti-Aging Cleanser in your life. This cleanser is gentle enough to fight inflammation associated with rosacea  yet powerful enough to tighten and depuff skin all while balancing the PH level of skin to leave it with the perfect healthy glow. Peter Thomas Roth Anti-Aging Cleansing Gel, is a marvelous cleanser. While it is not recommended for people with certain skin conditions, this cleansing gel is great for people with pretty normal, fairly insensitive skin. This gel will exfoliate, tighten, tone, speed cell turnover, AND remove makeup. It’s pretty much a one stop shop for your cleansing needs. Now, if you are looking for a simple, easy, everyday, go to product to moisturize your skin but still want it to be A-MA-ZING, Topix Ultra Lite Moisture Dew Cream is the cream for you. This oil free cream is great for almost every skin type, and uses aloe to soothe and hydrate the skin. Primer is something often overlooked or seen as unnecessary but I say, primer is important. Primer is the last thing that goes on your skin before makeup and can make all the difference in your skin health. So with that in mind Skindinavia Makeup Primer Spray is a killer primer spray that will help lock in moisture as well as reduce pore size and redness. Last and certainly not least is foundation. Now foundation is makeup and a lot of you may not consider it skincare, however there are some great foundations on the market that not only serve as makeup, but help to nourish and beautify the skin while being worn. One such product is Michael Marcus Cosmetics Anti-Aging Foundation which offers beautiful coverage while firming, hydrating, and allowing more oxygen to the skin that other foundations.   With the aid of these products, you’re sure to get a handle on what you need in your late twenties to help keep your skin looking flawless, young, and fresh!     Blog Written by askderm's Beauty Blogger Sydney Nichole is a self-proclaimed beauty nerd.  She stays on top of the latest makeup, hair, and beauty trends. She is an active contributor to our youtube channel with how-to-videos and talking about beauty products.

La Roche- Posay, the brand who’s name sake comes from the French village and treatment center in which they treat 7,500 dermatology patients a year, is on the fore front of bringing important sun protection technologies to the United States. Both Estheticians and dermatologist know the scrutiny that European and Australian countries have put on government regulations when labeling and developing sun protection products. Unfortunately in the US our FDA laws are outdated (from 1978, to be exact) and were developed when we had far less knowledge about both UVA and UVB radiation. SPF (Sun Protection factor) only signifies the amount of protection from UVB rays. These are the rays that cause sunburn and cancer. The US is unlike other countries in which we have no regulation system to know a product’s protection from UVA rays. UVA rays cause the breakdown of collagen and elastin, leading to premature aging and have also been linked to melanoma cancer. UVA rays are present whether it is sunny outside or not, in the same intensity from sun up, to sun down. This is why it is important within the States to purchase a sunscreen that says “broad spectrum”, meaning it has both UVA and UVB filters. With that said, unfortunately the US available UVA filters only cover a certain part of the wavelength spectrum, leaving skin unprotected from the short wavelength UVA rays, until now.Mexoryl or Ecamsule is currently the only organic FDA approved UVA filtering ingredient and has been formulated within La Roche- Posay's Anthelios SX and Anthelios 40. There are only a few sunscreens within the United States to use this important UVA filter. Mexoryl SX does not degrade significantly when exposed to sunlight; unlike the commonly used UVA sunscreen filter Avobenzone, which requires more chemical stabilizers to ensure the products effectiveness. Anthelios SX has won 12 beauty awards, is lightweight, perfect for everyday use as a morning moisturizer.Aside from great UVA technology, La Roche-Posay has mastered the technologies for creating mineral sunscreens that are lightweight and leave no white residue. This residue is what deters people from using sunscreen and protecting themselves. Anthelios Mineral Sunscreen Fluid is available in a regular and tinted formulation. It absorbs quickly, is non-comedogenic and dries to a matte finish.  These mineral sunscreens are formulated using CELL-OX Shield, which is a patented antioxidant formulation to combat free radical damaged caused by UV exposure. For us makeup lovers who also want a high sun protection level, The Anthelios 50 daily anti-aging primer is a great choice. This primer also contains the CELL-OX antioxidant protection. It can be worn just on its own, but it creates a smooth canvas for makeup application. It is suitable for all skin types and has a matte finish. Anthelios Anti-aging Primer contains micro-particles and silicone elastomers that reduce the appearance of fine lines, large pores, pigmentation and redness all while protecting the skin with an SPF of 50. Concerns over the effectiveness of sun protection products are of great concern to those of us in the Skin Care industry. Luckily, La Roche-Posay is pushing for high quality ingredients to be allowed in sunscreen formulations within the United States. These UV protectants products are soon to be used and desired by many people, for many sunny and not so sunny days to come.Blog Written by askderm's in house Esthetician Chantal MoniqueChantal Monique is a NYS licensed Esthetician and Makeup Artist. She has 7 years experience in skin care and makeup artistry. Her specialties include makeup application and facial treatments, which were featured on ABC's Wife Swap. Chantal also has a background in the Fine Arts. With the unique combination of her education as well as the desire to help people feel beautiful, Chantal provides expert skin care knowledge for our customers as well as the must have ingredients and trending looks. With an ever growing portfolio and clientele askderm is excited to be teamed up with Chantal for future blogs, informational videos and skin care tips!

BB and CC creams went from American obscurity to prime time commercial breaks and at every makeup counter in the department store. The first Beauty Balm was developed in Germany and quickly gained popularity in the Asian market. While those of us in the skincare and beauty industry have known about these products for years, the craze did not hit America until about 2011.  If you are in the search for a new product, just enjoy trying something new or are looking for a minimalist approach to your daily skin routine you may want to experiment with a BB or CC cream. They run the gamut when it comes to targeting specific concerns like acne, pigmentation, and maturing skin. Some are more lightweight in consistency and more reminiscent of a heavy tinted moisturizer, but much more often they have a whipped or mouse like constancy. Depending on your desired level of coverage you may like to use them alone or use as a primer, layered under your liquid or powdered foundation. While there are some differences between brands the most common similarities between these balms and creams are in the ingredients, so when reading labels you may see these key words: SPF, both physical sunscreens (titanium dioxide and/or zinc oxide) and Chemical sunscreens (octinoxate) A silicone derivative, which works as a primer and pore smoother Light reflecting particles such as mica, to create a more radiant healthy skin glow Antioxidants like Vitamin C to brighten and lighten skin, and vitamin E, which aids in skin healing and free radical damage Moisture binders such as Hylaronic Acid Licorice which fights pigment discoloration, lightens skin, aids in inflammation and is effective in fighting bacteria Algae that thickens the product consistency and helps the skin retain moisture Some BB and CC users may enjoy the product alone, but keep in mind that if you have specific skin issues such as very dry, dehydrated skin you may still need to use a daily moisturizer. Apply your moisturizer before using your beauty balm. If you have chosen a beauty balm that specifically targets acne, chances are it does not contain an SPF, as the FDA does not allow sun protection ingredients and acne fighting ingredients, such as salicylic acid to be combined in a single product, so you will still need to wear a daily sunscreen. While some trends come and go in a single season, the Alphabetically squared trend seems to just be getting started and manufactures are sure to be moving their way down the alphabet when it comes to treating and protecting the skin.   Blog Written by askderm's in house Esthetician Chantal Monique Chantal Monique is a NYS licensed Esthetician and Makeup Artist. She has 7 years experience in skin care and makeup artistry. Her specialties include makeup application and facial treatments, which were featured on ABC's Wife Swap. Chantal also has a background in the Fine Arts. With the unique combination of her education as well as the desire to help people feel beautiful, Chantal provides expert skin care knowledge for our customers as well as the must have ingredients and trending looks. With an ever growing portfolio and clientele askderm is excited to be teamed up with Chantal for future blogs, informational videos and skin care tips!

Enter to Win a NuFACE Glam On-The-Go Facial Toning Gift Set. NuFACE Curated Collections are limited edition collaborations with expert beauty insiders. Hand-selected by a top SoCal beauty blogger and lifestyle maven, the Glam On-The-Go Curated Collection features NuFACE essentials and exclusive Tips & Tricks so even the busiest woman can make the most out of her 5-minute microcurrent facial-lift! Set Includes: NuFACE mini Facial Toning Device NuFACE Gel Primer NuFACE Collagen Booster Infusion Serum All you need to do is fill out the Rafflecopter below! Prize Packages: (1) Grand Prize Packages - Valued at $283 NuFACE Glam On-The-Go Curated Collection - Available Here.  How to Enter: 1. Enter your Information and Register 2. Joining our Mailing List is Mandatory 3. For Additional Entries, Follow the Prompts. 4. Check back as new entry options will be available daily. NuFACE Giveaway entries will be received until January 31st at midnight and all winners will be notified on February 1st by email. a Rafflecopter giveaway

Just like you switch up your wardrobe to work for the changing seasons, it's important to do the same with your skincare regimen. While summer skincare is all about sun protection, fall brings its own challenges - repairing any summer skin damage and preparing your skin for the cooler temps. The change in seasons can be a shock to the health of the epidermis. As the air becomes drier, so does our skin, leaving it feeling tight, flaky, even red and over sensitized. Simple changes in our skincare regime can return it to a state of balance and even combat the damage it endured over the summer months. Moisturize Change up your moisturizer- swap out a lighter moisturizer for one slightly heavier and creamier. If you have oily skin, you may have skipped moisturizer all together during the summer. Those with more mature skin may have opted for a lighter formula as heavy creams lead to sweating or makeup slipping, but as the air cools and become drier, you may need a more intense dose of moisture. Moisturizer recommendation- Person & Covey Facial Moisturizer Topix Ultra Lite Moisture Dew Cream Exfoliate Oil-based scrubs are great in fall because they exfoliate and hydrate your skin. While everyone should be exfoliating year round, many people do not think about it until they are experiencing flaky rough patches or are trying to conceal their hyperpigmentation and freckles caused by damaging UV rays. Cleansing devices, leave on treatments and exfoliating mask are all effective in removing dead skin buildup while also combating dull or discoloration in the skin. Exfoliation recommendations- FOREO Luna Peter Thomas Roth Strawberry Exfoliating Scrub Avivi Invigorate Body Scrub Protect Don't skin the SPF! UVA and UVB rays are present year-round, not just during the warm summer months. We are affected by UV damage no matter the temperature or how bright the sun seems. Whether it is sitting by an office window, driving in the car or participating in outdoor fall activities you are being exposed to damaging UV rays. The majority of UVA rays penetrate through cloud cover. Sun protection recommendations- Murad Correcting Moisturizer SPF 15 La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Anti-aging Primer Hand Care Hands often become dry and cracked during fall and winter so stay ahead with a moisturizing hand cream. Hand cream recommendations- Bliss High Intensity Hand Cream DCL Peptide Plus Hand Cream There is no need to commit to one product or skin care routine year round. Your skin’s health can be improved when you change your skincare with the changing seasons.  

Ah summer, days at the beach, backyard barbecues, lounging by the pool. All these outside activities can wreak havoc on your hair. Not to mention humidity! As a stylist, I hear clients say they struggle in this weather to maintain their locks from drying out. How to manage and tame your look, well let me put the love back in your summer hair. I will walk you through the must haves to combat the drying effects of the sun, wind, and water to protect ones color and defrizz. #1. Did you know the wind fades your hair color more than the sun or water? The wind creates oxygen in the movement of your hair. One of my favorite professional products is a leave-in conditioner. They can come in a cream or a spray. Moisturizing or volumizing, these treat the ends or your hair and protect with UVA/UVB added. Apply liberally at poolside to protect from the rays and wind with an anti fadage feature. Leave-ins also protects the ends against splits while offering thermal protection. A versatile product that can be the primer for all products. Step 1 to beautiful hair. #2. One of the hottest products in salons these days are the use of oils. These naturally derived oils such as grape seed nourish dehydrated ends, adding slip and shine. One benefit I see is less frizz that can come from the use of this product, a must in the summer if you struggle with frizz. Another benefit that many people don’t know is that oils take water out of the hair, this can speed up your blow dry. This can cut it down dramatically. Add two-three pumps to your wet ends and finish. #3. Lastly, my favorite product this summer, not ever far from my beauty bag is shine spray. Add last to your finished style and watch your hair glisten. A must to enhance you color while out in the suns rays. Youthful hair is shiny hair, soft hair shine sprays can give you this. From the coppery reds to buttery blondes, who doesn’t need more shine? Pick up one today and add a little sparkle to your hair. FYI, they won’t collapse your style! We want to know, what is your summer hair must-haves for dry summer hair? Share your tips in the comment section below!   Blog Written by askderm's in-house Cosmetologist  Carolyn is a NYS Licensed Cosmetologist. She has over 20 years experience in the beauty industry with make up, skin, and hair care services. Based on her expertise in the industry, Carolyn provides expert skin care & hair care knowledge to our customers.

Whether you are treating yourself or someone special, these products and skincare devices will have anyone’s skin feeling like a million bucks! iS Clinical InstantSmoothing Gel: This gel has instant smoothing effects and can be used as a primer in conjunction with your morning makeup routine. The combination of watermelon, pea, lentil and caffeine help to instantly smooth the texture of the skin. Long term; fermented extracts and copper aid in wrinkle reduction and collagen synthesis. MD Solar SciencesDaily Eye Repair Emulsion: Known for their amazing sun protection products, MD Solar sciences does not disappoint with this velvety eye gel. Contained within a twist-tight closed pump, is an eye product ready to take on sun damage and prevent further aging. Safe for use around the entire eye area and for all skin types. Humectants help draw in and retain moisture. Chamomile helps calm and sooth the delicate skin while caffeine and seaweed extracts firm.  Vitamin C, grape, rosemary and green tea extracts prevent further photo-aging.   NuFace Trinity: This FDA cleared microcurrent device stimulates muscles to help tone and contour the face and neck. Fine lines and wrinkles become less visible while the brow is lifted and the jaw once again becomes more defined. The trinity features interchangeable attachments to target specific aging concerns. Audible indicators inform you of when to move on to the next treatment area.   askderm Essentials TriplePower Vitamin C Serum: Vitamin C is perfect for combating wintertime dull skin, just as it is great for fading hyperpigmentation caused by too much sun exposure in the summer. This lightweight serum is great for all skin types can be used alone or before moisturizers. Three different stable forms of Vitamin C (a powerful anti-oxidant) brighten the skin and aid in collagen production.   FOREO Luna Pro: Anti-aging and deep facial cleansing in one facial device! 8,000 pulses per minute and dual sonic technology increases micro blood circulation to penetrate deep for a substantial cleaning while combating the signs of aging including skin firmness and fine lines. This waterproof facial system can be used with your favorite gel or cream cleanser and will allow for your high-end serums to penetrate more effectively. Have you finished shopping yet? There's still time to order with delivery for the Holidays! Comment below & add to our luxury holiday wish list with your favorites or tweet us your gift picks using the hashtag #askdermholidays! Blog Written by askderm's in-house Esthetician  Chantal Monique is a NYS licensed Esthetician and Makeup Artist. She has 7 years experience in skin care and makeup artistry. With the unique combination of her education as well as the desire to help people feel beautiful, Chantal provides expert skin care knowledge for our customers.

THE DOCTORS had 4 of our Favorite NEOVA products on the show!! NEOVA DNA Damage Control SILC SHEER Power Defense Crème de la Copper Copper Mask The show that aired May 2012 was themed “Non-Surgical Skin Solutions” and featured top skin experts including plastic surgeon Dr. Keith Marcus who spoke to the benefits of copper ingredients. The segment featured:  A shot of all four NEOVA products on the table Dr. Marcus speaking to traditional signs of aging – fine lines, wrinkles and Crow’s feet, and how copper works to combat aging symptoms  A before and after treatment showing the immediate benefit of copper skin care View the Segment on YouTube by Clicking HERE!   Product Descriptions of the above 4 NEOVA products mentioned on THE DOCTORS! DNA Damage Control [SILC SHEER 2.0 Broad Spectrum SPF 40]: Benefits- *  Defends against broad spectrum UVA/UVB rays. *  Corrects the signs of sun-inflicted skin DNA damage. *  Provides hyper antioxidant defense. *  Light diffusing factors illuminate and instantly reduce visible imperfections. *  Water-resistant [80 minutes] + oil-free. DNA Damage Control [SILC SHEER 2.0  Broad Spectrum SPF 40] is for guarding against broad spectrum UV rays and repairing the signs of photodamage.Product Overview- An advanced physical sunscreen for the face with the cosmetic benefit of skin-perfecting sheer tint that evens out skin tone. This smarter, brighter new formulation features two physical sunscreens, two light-diffusing factors and EGT, a hyper-antioxidant for enhanced protection and luminosity. Perfect alone or as an under-makeup primer. In full compliance with the new 2012 regulations, DNA Damage Control [SILC SHEER 2.0] meets the broad spectrum standard, filtering out dangerous UVA and UVB rays and, when used in conjunction with other sun protection measures, reduces the risks of skin cancer and early skin aging.Recommended daily, for all skin types, even the most sensitive. Click HERE to Start Shopping. Power Defense : A penetrating concentrate of Copper Peptide Complex, antioxidants, and a potent tetrapeptide protects against oxidation, boosts collagen, and promotes structural support to dramatically firm the skin. Click HERE to Start Shopping.   Creme de la Copper: An intense moisturizer, with Copper Peptide Complex, ceramides, antioxidants and DNA Repair Mitosomes, deeply nourishes and revitalizes photodamaged skin. Dry and/or mature skin is immediately moisturized, while tone and texture are improved. Click HERE to Start Shopping.   Copper Moisture Mask: Neova Therapy Copper Moisture Mask - This mask is an intensive GHK Copper Peptide Complex therapy designed for in-office facial treatments. Neova Therapy Copper Moisture Mask provides the skin with essential copper while supplying valuable moisture to revive and re-hydrate the skin.  Click HERE to Start Shopping. View all of the NEOVA Products by CLICKING HERE!

Bring on the leggings, sweater dresses and riding boots! Autumn is now upon us and it is time to switch up not only our closets, but also our beauty bags! Check out all the latest trends from fashion, hair, makeup, and skincare. Feeling beautiful always starts with healthy skin. So lets make sure our skincare regimens have been modified for the change in season! Cozy, Comfortable, casual Fall 2013 by kinzbinz featuring cardigans Key Fall Product Picks Transition to a milky cleanser to keep your skin hydrated and balanced. The colder weather combined with the over exposure to the sun the past few months will cause your skin to be more sensitive and dry. Tis the season for all things Pumpkin. Pumpkin lattes, pumpkin spice muffins and yes even pumpkin masks and exfoliators.Pumpkin is packed full of antioxidants and a natural skin treatment that will keep your skin hydrated as well as exfoliated! BB creams are not just a fall trend, but also really a year round staple item. Every person can benefit from coverage and protection. This is the best way to make sure you are always applying sun protection to your delicate skin. Plus most BB creams are excellent makeup primers! Who doesn’t love a multitasking product! New Fall Trends Patterns, plaids, bold colors, braids and waves oh my! Take risks this fall! Mix patterns and styles. Layer your favorite plaid shirt with a comfy sweater over your leggings, put your hair in a side braid and throw on some bold lipstick! If you don’t have hours to get ready, no worries! Focus on just one area to go bold with (either a smoky eye or a simple lipstick) and rock a top knot. Simple is still trendy. Fall Makeup Looks For the perfect canvas be sure to properly take care of your skin! Don’t forget the 4 basics of skincare: Cleanse, Treat, Moisturize and Protect. Switch to milky cleansers, peptide treatments, cream based moisturizersand don’t skip the SPFeven if its cold out! Taking the proper steps to care for your skin result in picture perfect makeup application. This fall you will want to pair a bright eye with a bold lip. You can go with bright greens, blues or oranges for your eyes with a deep plum lip. Layering isn’t just to stay warm either! You can start with a BB Cream, foundation, highlighting illuminator and cheek color to give your face dimension & flawless coverage. Quick Tips & Hot Trends Need a quick and easy new look? Switch up your part and add a simple bobby pin. Trending hair: Sleek back, braids, and waves. Deep browns, bright reds, ombre blonde. Top knots, skinny jeans, plaid shirts, riding boots and bright red lipstick is a great daytime look that is not only easy to pull off but perfect for cold days! Don’t forget to add a scarf as your final fall accessory! Exfoliate 2-3 times a week to keep your skin looking youthful and for better absorption for the rest of your products! Keep your lips moisturized for long lasting lipstick application.

Ren, Swedish for “clean” is a UK brand, founded on the principals of using pure, clean and effective ingredients. 100% plant and mineral derived ingredients are the foundation of product formulation. Ren is free from synthetics; no petrochemicals, silicones, sulfates, phalates, PEGs or parabens. We are all well aware of skincare brands touting larger-than-life claims about “immediate results”. I have been in the skincare industry for over a decade and am often wary of these types of claims. Hearing of a “One minute Facial” seems outlandish, but this product seriously stands up to its title claim! It is very rare to see visible results from one application of any product, but 1 Minute Facial immediately improves the look and feel of the skin. Flash Rinse 1 Minute Facial is a unique product and if I had to define it, I would categorize it as a mask treatment. It utilizes water-activated vitamin C to rejuvenate dull skin- whether from dry winter air, UV damage or exposure to urban pollution. Vitamin C combats hyperpigmentation and drab skin tone, while bringing about a glowing healthy complexion. Benefits include but are not limited to: a change in tone, texture and firmness of the skin. How to Use Flash Rinse 1 Minute Facial: Use every three days Apply to a clean, dry face Massage into the skin using circular motions Dampen your fingers, further massage the product, activating the vitamin C Leave on the skin for one minute and rinse Pro Tip- Shake the tube prior to using as the product separates slightly. Understanding the uniqueness of this product: The application process is unlike most at home masks. This is a simple two-step process. The texture is very unique in and of itself. If you have ever tried and are familiar with the silky, yet dry slip and texture of a silicone based makeup primer, this is very reminiscing of that. Though this product does not contain silicone. This enjoyable texture is most likely due to the silica. While it does have a silk like slip, the mask also contains tiny granulated particles that you can feel while massaging. Obviously the other unique factor to this mask is that it brings about an instantaneous improvement to the skin. My experience: I experienced no tingling or irritation what so ever, despite my skin sensitivities. What I did experience however was firmness and overall brightness. It diminished the redness I have in the center of my face and removed flaky skin I had around my nostrils. These improvements were immediate! Yes, after one minute, not after 28 days of use, like most treatment products. I am beyond impressed with how quickly it improved the look and feel of my skin. So impressed that after my first treatment I right away raddled off an email to my askderm team explaining how they must try 1 Minute facial for themselves! If I had to compile a list of my top five products for 2015, this absolutely would make the list! This is the first product I have tried from Ren and I surely look forward to trying more from the brand.     Blog Written by askderm's in-house Esthetician  Chantal Monique is a NYS licensed Esthetician and Makeup Artist. She has 9 years experience in skin care and makeup artistry. With the unique combination of her education as well as the desire to help people feel beautiful, Chantal provides expert skin care knowledge for our customers.

Whether you are a young professional or a busy mom, this does not mean you cannot find time or shortcuts when it comes to a beauty regiment. So what if you do not have an entire day to commit to the spa! Here are a few tips and tricks for even the busiest of people.Choose multi-tasker products! Use a moisturizer with an SPF, a primer with anti-oxidants, argan oil for cuticles and hair flyaways, or a product that can be used as a cream blush and a lip color.Don’t have time or are you to tired at the end of the day to be using a mask twice a week? Multi-task and apply a mask towards the beginning of your shower, leave it on while you go through your normal shower routine and rinse it off at the end.Think you do not have time to put on a full face of makeup everyday? Everyone can find ten minutes to apply mascara. Sick of people saying you look tired? Curl your eyelashes, this instantly makes you look more awake, pair this with a good coat of mascara and a nude liner on your bottom waterline and you will have everyone fooled that you got your full eight hours of sleep.Skip washing your hair everyday. Washing your hair everyday is not recommended as it strips away natural oils. Only wash your hair every other, to every three days. This will cut down on the time it takes for you to get ready in the morning, because you wont be spending so much time blow drying and styling. If you have oily roots use a dry shampoo. If your bangs easily become greasy, tuck your hair into a shower cap but leave your fringe out while you shower and wash your face.Skip styling your hair by going to bed with it wet and in a loose bun on the top of your head. In the morning let your hair down and part for a gorgeous tousled look.When getting a manicure opt for gel. The polish is cured using a light and there is no waiting around for it to dry or smudging your polish while digging for your keys in your purse. Gel manicures also last about two weeks.While some shortcuts can be made here are the steps you should never skip:Washing your face before bed is a must to remove makeup, oil, dead skin, allergens and other toxins that can lead to skin issues. If you had a late night out or are just feeling completely exhausted, keep a package of facial cleansing wipes next to your bed.  Just do not make this a nightly habit!Always apply sunscreen, everyday. It does not matter how busy you are, this is not something you can skip or only care about seasonally. Melanoma is one of the most prevalent cancers and it also happens to be the most preventable! Blog Written by askderm's in house Esthetician Chantal MoniqueChantal Monique is a NYS licensed Esthetician and Makeup Artist. She has 7 years experience in skin care and makeup artistry. Her specialties include makeup application and facial treatments, her work has included upscale clientele, a private investigator undercover and independent film work. Chantal also has a background in the Fine Arts. With the unique combination of her education as well as the desire to help people feel beautiful, Chantal provides expert skin care knowledge for our customers as well as the must have ingredients and trending looks. With an ever growing portfolio and clientele askderm is excited to be teamed up with Chantal for future blogs, informational videos and skin care tips! 

The beaches are no longer a bright collage of towels and umbrellas, the BBQ invites have stopped arriving.  The nights are now chilly and the leaves are transitioning into golden and fiery hues. Saying goodbye to summer may leave you feeling a bit melancholy, but do not let it do the same to your skin. The change in seasons can be a shock to the health of the epidermis. As the air becomes drier, so does our skin, leaving it feeling tight, flaky, even red and over sensitized. Simple changes in our skincare regime can return it to a state of balance and even combat the damage it endured over the summer months.Cleansers: During the summer our skin naturally produces more oil and sebum, so that foaming or oil stripping cleanser you used in July may reek havoc on your face come October. While some people may prefer a foaming cleanser, there are a variety of milk or cleansing waters that are perfect for oily or dry skin. Many include moisture binders such as hylauronic acid to keep the skin hydrated.Cleanser recommendations- Wilma Schumann Soothing CleanserWilma Schumann Balancing CleanserCeraVe Hydrating CleanserRodial Dragon’s Blood Cleansing WaterExfoliation: While everyone should be exfoliating year round, many people do not think about it until they are experiencing flaky rough patches or are trying to conceal their hyperpigmentation and freckles caused by damaging UV rays. Cleansing devices, leave on treatments and exfoliating mask are all effective in removing dead skin buildup while also combating dull or discoloration in the skin. Exfoliation recommendations-FOREO LunaClarisonicWilma Schumann Glycolic PlusiS Clinical Exfoliating Enzyme TreatmentMoisturizers: If you have oily skin, you may have skipped moisturizer all together during the summer. Those with more mature skin may have opted for a lighter formula as heavy creams lead to sweating or makeup slipping, but as the air cools and become drier, you may need a more intense dose of moisture.Moisturizer recommendation-O2 Oxygen BluReluma Advanced Facial MoisturizerCeraVe Facial Moisturizing LotionsRodial Bee Venom MoisturizerSun protection: It does not matter if summer is over, do not put away your SPF as it needs to be worn year round. We are affected by UV damage no matter the temperature or how bright the sun seems. Whether it is sitting by an office window, driving in the car or participating in outdoor fall activities you are being exposed to damaging UV rays. The majority of UVA rays penetrate through cloud cover.Sun protection recommendations-Rodial Dragon’s Blood Moisturizer SPF 15La Roche-Posay Anthelios 50 Anti-aging PrimerCOOLA Mineral Face SPF 20Elta MD UV Physical SPF 41Change may not be so bad after all, when it comes to your skin products at least. There is no need to commit to one product or skin care routine year round. Your skin’s health can be improved when you change your skincare with the changing seasons.Blog Written by askderm's in house Esthetician Chantal MoniqueChantal Monique is a NYS licensed Esthetician and Makeup Artist. She has 7 years experience in skin care and makeup artistry. Her specialties include makeup application and facial treatments, which were featured on ABC's Wife Swap. Chantal also has a background in the Fine Arts. With the unique combination of her education as well as the desire to help people feel beautiful, Chantal provides expert skin care knowledge for our customers as well as the must have ingredients and trending looks. With an ever growing portfolio and clientele askderm is excited to be teamed up with Chantal for future blogs, informational videos and skin care tips!