Peptides: The Secret To Youthful Skin?

/
Peptides: The Secret To Youthful Skin?

Peptides are the latest trend in skincare – walk down any aisle of products and you’ll see them prominently displayed. Peptides, or polypeptides, are short chains of amino acids that naturally occur in the skin, and now they’re being added as an active ingredient to serums, moisturizers, lotions, and creams to give your skin a boost.

In general, I’d say I’m wary of evidence-less skincare marketing and I’ll be the first to tell you that not every product and ingredient is worth the hype.

But when it comes to peptides, as of now, I’m on board – so if you’re wondering what all the chatter is about, keep reading!

Read More

Double Cleansing: What It Is & How It Can Help Your Skin

/
Double Cleansing: What It Is & How It Can Help Your Skin

Sometimes, breakouts are inevitable — in part because there are so many reasons why you could be having one. Maybe you slept with your makeup on one night, or you’re having a moment of hormonal ebb and flow. Whatever the cause, it’s frustrating, and I for one try to avoid breakouts as much as I can.

The most powerful tool in my arsenal for that is double cleansing — here’s why I love it and what you should know about it. 

Read More

Retinol: The Missing Piece In Your Skincare Routine

/
Retinol: The Missing Piece In Your Skincare Routine

Something I’ve realized over the last few years is that skincare can be a controversial topic. Everyone—dermatologists, estheticians, people like you and me—has their own opinion on what products are the best, and which are actually worth your money.

Through my work at Pure Joy Wellness, I’ve had the opportunity to speak to and collaborate with many different experts, from estheticians to dermatologists and more. This means I’ve had the chance to ask people at the forefront of their field:

What products and ingredients actually make a difference? Nearly everyone I’ve surveyed had the same response: RETINOL.

Read More

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Reusable Silicone Sheet Mask Set for Face + Eyes

/
Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Reusable Silicone Sheet Mask Set for Face + Eyes

As a skincare obsessee, I’m always on the lookout for the latest skincare innovations—like red light therapy, antioxidant products, and microbiome skin tests. Recently, I came across an incredible product, and after using it for several months,

I can say without hesitation that it’s #PureJoyWellnessApproved. Allow me to introduce you to a more effective, less wasteful replacement for your favorite face masks… the Reusable Silicone Sheet Mask Set for Face + Eyes from Province Apothecary!

Read More

How Red Light Therapy Can Transform Your Skin

/
How Red Light Therapy Can Transform Your Skin

Skincare is one of my favorite topics to talk about, and I’ve reviewed many products and techniques here on the PJW blog. In keeping with that tradition, this week’s blog post is all about my latest skincare obsession: red light therapy! It’s been a serious gamechanger for my skin health, and I love that it’s a non-invasive, downtime-free way to improve the appearance of my skin.

When my go-to esthetician, Cynthia Rivas, first introduced me to red light therapy, I was admittedly skeptical. The supposed benefits sounded almost too good to be true—and in my experience, when that’s the case, they often are too good to be true.

Read More

Antioxidants For Your Skin: The 411

/
Antioxidants For Your Skin: The 411

I talk a lot about skincare on this blog: my favorite products, tools, tips and experts. It’s one of my favorite topics! But in addition to giving you my honest opinions about products and advice about how to care for your skin, I want to be a source of skincare education for you.

I’ve spent a lot of time trying new products, researching ingredients, and speaking to experts who are at the forefront of skincare. Ideally, I want you to leave the blog a) knowing something you didn’t know before, and b) feeling empowered to make a change and show yourself some love.

With that in mind, I want to teach you about antioxidants—what they are, what they do, and how you can incorporate them into your skincare routine.

Read More

PJW Approved - Dr Elsa Jungman Microbiome Skin Test

/
PJW Approved - Dr Elsa Jungman Microbiome Skin Test

Calling any and all PJW women who struggle with their skin! You’re going to LOVE this month’s #PJWApproved.

I’m a huge fan of skincare products, but I recognize that there’s only so much we can do on the outside to help our skin. And even if we eat the cleanest diet, take all the right supplements, and use the highest quality skincare products, it STILL may not be enough. Every person’s skin has different needs, and that’s in part because every person’s skin has different microbes on it. Yep, our skin has a microbiome, just like our gut does. If you’re someone who has sensitive skin, you struggle with acne, or you are driving yourself mad trying to figure out your skin and what products to use…allow me to share a test with you that’s going to change your life.

This month’s #PJWApproved is the Skin Microbiome Kit from Dr. Elsa Jungman.

Read More

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - SkinBetter AlphaRet Products

/
Pure Joy Wellness Approved - SkinBetter AlphaRet Products

For this month’s Pure Joy Wellness Approved, I’m featuring a few products—a set, really. Three products that I’ve been using religiously for several months now that have my skin looking plump, hydrated, and glowy.

Skinbetter—the brand behind all three of the products I’m featuring today—is a science-backed skincare company that leverages research to formulate their products for optimal results.

Read More

Your Hands Are Aging—Here's What You Should Do ASAP

/
Your Hands Are Aging—Here's What You Should Do ASAP

There are certain areas of our bodies that are more susceptible to visible signs of aging than others—and believe it or not, one of those spots is our hands. That’s right, your hands are a dead giveaway! Especially after the year we had in 2020, with tons of hand washing and sanitizer galore, it’s no wonder that our hands are dry, cracking, and aging as a result.

For me, I’ve noticed that washing my hands so much has made my hands look older. While hand washing is obviously necessary, this is an unexpected side effect that I don’t love.

Read More

Gua Sha: Here Are 3 Reasons Why You Should Do It

/
Gua Sha: Here Are 3 Reasons Why You Should Do It

If you’re someone who is into skincare—or you spend time on social media—you have probably heard of Gua Sha. Or maybe you haven’t, and this will all be new news. Either way, keep reading!

Today, I’m going to try and give you an overview of Gua Sha—what it is, what the benefits are, and how you can get started if you’re interested.

So, let’s do it. Here’s everything you need to know about Gua Sha!

Read More

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - IS Clinical Neck Perfect Complex

/
Pure Joy Wellness Approved - IS Clinical Neck Perfect Complex

It’s that time of month again… it’s time for our next Pure Joy Wellness Approved!

As many of you know, I am very, very passionate about skincare. It’s our first line of defense when it comes to slowing visible signs of aging, and trust me when I say that caring for your skin will boost your confidence tenfold.

On that note, this month’s Pure Joy Wellness Approved product is one of my favorite anti-aging solutions to date—the IS Clinical Neck Perfect Complex!

Read More

Pure Joy Wellness Approved! IS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum

/
Pure Joy Wellness Approved! IS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum

The wellness industry is saturated with products. (It’s a multi-trillion dollar industry, afterall.) My goal with this series, Pure Joy Wellness Approved, is to help you cut through the noise, and give you insight into the items and brands that I use on a regular basis. Every month, I’ll be featuring a product I love that can make achieving your health goals easier—whether you want to lose weight, take better care of your skin, develop an exercise routine, find balance with your nutrition, or improve your mental health, to name a few.

Welcome to the sixth edition of my monthly blog series: Pure Joy Wellness Approved!

Read More

Youthful Skin Is An Inside Job—Here's How To Keep Your Skin Vibrant, Regardless Of Age

/
Youthful Skin Is An Inside Job—Here's How To Keep Your Skin Vibrant, Regardless Of Age

When it comes to skin health, what you put in your mouth is more important than what you put on your skin. This may be new news to some of you. “But isn’t skincare about skin care products? What does eating have to do with it?” The answer: Actually, a lot. Everything you eat becomes part of your inner AND outer being. Your skin is your largest organ, and everything going on inside your body (specifically in your gut) shows up on it.

Read More

Ladies, This Is The Missing Piece Of Your Skincare Routine

/
Ladies, This Is The Missing Piece Of Your Skincare Routine

One of the most common questions I get from my clients and colleagues is about my skincare routine—specifically, they want to know my skincare secrets. Skincare is something I’ve been passionate about for decades. Every day I put aside time to treat and care for my skin, and through years of trial and error, I’ve learned what steps are absolutely necessary and which could be considered “nice-to-haves.” And sunscreen, ladies, is an absolute necessity.

Read More

Serums: What They Are, What They Do, And Why You Need Them

/
Serums: What They Are, What They Do, And Why You Need Them

Serums have risen in popularity over the past three to four years—and now, they’re everywhere. Name any skin concern, and you can bet there’s a serum out there that can help you address it.

But if you don’t know much about serums (which is most of us, unless you’ve seen a dermatologist, skincare expert, or read a ton about skincare), you may not understand the hype. Why are they so important? What even are they?

Read More