Even when you know picking at blemishes is a bad idea, it's easy to give in to the temptation and end up harming your skin before you even realize it. Because I know nearly everyone dealing with acne has run into this problem, I want to pass along a couple of simple steps for … Read More »
How Mindfulness & Meditation Can Improve Your Skin
When it comes to achieving healthy, glowing skin, many of us turn to high performance products, expert treatments and customized skin care programs recommended by a licensed aesthetician, to obtain the results we desire. While all of the above are essential components in combating many skincare … Read More »
Our Top 10 Favorite Skincare Ingredients
While the use of acne safe skincare products are only one element of a successful skincare program, they are vital in maintaining the results produced by regular visits to your licensed aesthetician to maintain a clear and healthy complexion. Here at Envision Acne and Skin Care Center in … Read More »
Can our face really tell us what’s happening internally – a quick guide to face mapping-
Have you ever wondered why pimples have a habit of reappearing in similar places on your face every month? If so, the chances are that you may have heard about the concept of face mapping. According to the ancient art of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which can be traced back to the second … Read More »
Why Does My Acne Seem To Get Worse During The Cold Weather?
Have you noticed that as soon as the seasons begin to change and the beautiful rich colors that define fall transition into a backdrop of crisp white snow, your complexion seems to undergo a transformation all of its own? If so you’re not alone, as winter time can be notorious for making acne and … Read More »
Why Omega 3 Fatty Acids are Essential for Skin Health in the Winter
While winter is a season many of us look forward to for the festive celebrations, quality time spent with family and friends and a chocolate box picturesque scenery, it can also bring some unwanted changes in our skin. Indoor heating, extreme weather conditions, the overindulgence of rich foods, … Read More »
What is Rosacea
If you’re prone to skin sensitivity, redness of the face, excessive blushing and recurring pimples you may be suffering from rosacea, a common non-contagious skin disorder which according to The National Rosacea Society is estimated to affect approximately 16 million Americans. Here at Envision … Read More »
Winter Skincare Tips For Acne Prone Skin
While the winter season can be truly magical with its festivities, it can also trigger anxiety and increase stress levels for some. The tendency to overindulge in the consumption of rich foods, drink excessive amount of alcohol and the struggle to get enough sleep once the party season is in full … Read More »
The Benefits Of a Lymphatic Facial Massage
Lymphatic massage is a fantastic treatment which has been around for many years, and its multiple benefits are always widely documented, especially when it comes to skincare and addressing acne. When used in conjunction with topical acne products, lymphatic massage of the face and … Read More »
How Flying Affects Your Skin
When it comes to long-distance travel, flying has become one of the most popular ways to commute from state to state for important business meetings or as a way to quickly reach that exotic holiday destination. When it comes to inflight skincare, many of us don’t make any particular … Read More »
What is Milia?
Have you ever been driven crazy by a small white pimple, which appears to be deeply embedded in your skin and almost impossible to remove? If so you’re not alone. In fact the chances are that what you’ve come across isn’t acne at all but a small keratin filled cyst referred to as milia, … Read More »
10 Tips to Manage Stress
Known as 'the silent killer' stress can be a significant contributing factor to many health and skincare related concerns such as; acne, eczema, psoriasis, anxiety, raised blood pressure, depression, increased blood sugar levels, poor gut health and more. Research undertaken by the … Read More »
Are Cleansing Wipes Good For Your Skin?
Let’s be really honest. They’re convenient, quick to use, travel-friendly and easy to dispose of. Cleansing wipes are either a ‘must have’ addition to your makeup bag, or most hated product in your skincare kit. Love them or not, cleansing wipes are becoming more and more popular with … Read More »
Why A Good Night’s Sleep Is Essential For Beauty
With well-known celebrities such as Arianna Huffington and leading healthcare providers talking about the multiple benefits of sleep over the last couple of years, we’ve finally started to listen to our bodies and appreciate how more time in bed can make a positive impact on our … Read More »
Can Water Help Cure My Acne?
How water can help cure my acne? While there is no scientific evidence to prove that drinking water has any direct impact on acne, increasing your intake of what is often referred to as the elixir of life, does have multiple benefits when it comes to skin health and the maintenance of a … Read More »
5 Reasons Why You Need To Wear Sunscreen Every Day
In our opinion, sunscreen is the ultimate beauty product. Here at Envision Acne and Skincare Center, we’re always advising our clients as to why it’s so important to protect your skin against the sun on a daily basis no matter what the weather is like. Every year as the summer comes … Read More »
Natural Skincare or Cosmeceutical Products, which are best for acne?
There isn't a day that goes by when another article on naturally effective organic products and high performance cosmeceuticals isn't published. Everyone in the industry from celebrity estheticians, to well known Dermatologists and beauty editors have all had their say as to which they … Read More »
Will Coconut Oil Improve My Acne?
If you suffer from acne the chances are that you often feel embarrassed, self-conscious and frustrated about how your skin looks and feels. Celebrated as one of nature’s superfoods coconut oil, has received a lot of attention over the last couple of years with its antibacterial, … Read More »
Can Ocean Water Cure Acne?
If you're looking forward to a summer spent enjoying the idyllic Jersey Shore and swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, you're not alone. While the warm weather means fun in the sun with family and friends, but if you suffer from acne, then your attention may also be focused on the reported … Read More »
7 Ways To Get Rid Of Acne Scars Fast
Let’s be honest once your acne has been effectively treated by a skincare professional, has significantly improved and is under control, the first thing you want to do is show off your clear skin. But what if your confidence is still at an all-time low as a result of the scars and uneven … Read More »
Can a Vaccine Really Cure Acne?
With over 50 million new diagnoses of acne being made every year in America according to the American Academy of Dermatology and statistics from the National Institute of Health showing that 80% of people between 11 to 30 years of age have acne. Any news regarding a possible cure is always … Read More »
Client Case Study – Jenna’s Story
I’ve suffered from acne pretty much my entire life from when I was age 11, although I never really focused on my skin until high school. That’s when the realization of having acne finally hit me. I thought that people were staring at me every second of my life. As I got older, the … Read More »
Our Top 5 Summer Festival Skincare Essentials
Burning Man, Wanderlust and Coachella, if names like these make your heart smile and generate a powerful image of memories that will stay with you forever, then chances are you’re just one of the millions of festival lovers who look forward every year to the happy vibes. The incredible … Read More »
How To Boost Your Confidence When Suffering From Acne
If you’re one of the few people on the planet who hasn't been affected by acne then this blog post probably isn't for you. However if you've ever felt insecure, unattractive or feeling upset about your blemishes then read on. While there's no cure for acne, the development of advanced … Read More »