Spring is here, summer is on its way, and UV exposure in North America is about to climb significantly. Which means right now, before the season really kicks in, is the best time to talk about what your morning routine should actually be doing for your skin. As a master esthetician, I get asked constantly about morning skincare: what actually matters? My honest answer is that if you build your AM routine around three things : vitamin C, a DNA repair enzyme, and SPF you are c

See my YouTube video for even more information! Redness and broken capillaries are some of the most common skin frustrations I hear about, especially from those of us over 40 (or over 50 in my case 🙃). As our skin thins, blood vessels can become more visible and more fragile. The good news? In 2025, we have both professional treatments that can actually remove them and at-home strategies that help calm and prevent new redness. Let’s dive in. What Are Broken Capillaries? Bro

Men run a higher risk for skin cancer than women. Lets break down why and how we can help

Beauty lovers, it’s the end of an era! The iconic Biologique Recherche P50 1970 —the holy grail exfoliating toner that has graced skincare routines for decades—is being discontinued. If you've been a loyal fan of this cult classic or are just discovering it, this is your last chance to stock up before it disappears forever. As someone who has used and loved P50 1970 in my morning routine, I’ll definitely be stocking up. Today, I’m here to share the story behind this skincare

Achieve Smooth, Glowing Skin by Following These Steps Before the Peel: Prep Your Skin (TAKE PICS NOW, before you start!) (Complete these steps 5-8 days before your peel except pigment inhibition, start that 2+ weeks in advance) ☐ Exfoliate Gently: Use a gentle chemical exfoliator 2-4 times during the week to remove dead skin cells. Avoid over-exfoliating to prevent irritation. ☐ Hydrate Daily: Apply a light, non-comedogenic moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated and balanced.

Hey gorgeous! Let’s talk skincare—your morning wake-up and glow and your nightly wind-down ritual. This routine will leave your skin looking and feeling its best, from head to toe. So, grab your favorite products from each category and just follow along! Every day this routine can change if you own several things in one category...So play around: pluck and play every day! I will keep expanding the categories to include more products so if you are ever unsure WHERE something f

My latest morning routine for healthy, glowy skin.

From skincare to haircare to supplements - 12 of the best of the best!!

Amazon has always been one of my favorite places to peruse for new and interesting beauty finds. Being able to search through multiple...

I have said time and time again that you don't have to spend hundreds (or even thousands) of dollars on skincare products to see amazing results! As a self-proclaimed skincare junkie I have tried so many products on the market: from medical grade to ground breaking innovations to fun finds on Amazon - I literally have access to all of it! With all that "access" I still happily reach for many favorites under $25 😁 In my recent Youtube video I created the PERFECT AM PM r

If you have followed me for any amount of time then you know that DRMTLGY is the one brand that has remained consistent in my routine for years! There is no doubt that they are my all-time FAVORITE brand and the reason why is not surprising- they continue to create affordable products with stacked ingredient decks that show visible results! What more could you ask for? Every product listed in this blog has been carefully evaluated (and purchased by me)! I have organized

These are some of the most compelling skincare products that have come my way in the past several months (out of the hundreds I've evaluated!) I thought I would create an info heavy list for those interested in looking at ingredients and getting my brief thoughts 😍 I hope you have a beautiful Sunday and week ahead! 🙂 xxPenn Skincare favorites are just below and haircare favorites are at the bottom. Skincare Favorites YouTube video is here. Haircare Favorites YouTube video i

These are some of the most compelling skincare products that have come my way in the past several months (out of the hundreds I've evaluated online and dozens I've tested!!) I hope you find something on this list that piques your interest 🙂 xxPenn Stratia Velvet Cleansing Milk This is a nice thick cleanser that serves as both a first and second cleanse AND perfect to leave on while you give yourself a little massage or gua sha treatment. It leaves my face so perfectly soft

Here's a peek into some of the best new finds that have been on my radar for the past few months (out of the hundreds that I've evaluated!!) Enjoy! xxPenn Jin Jung Sung Soothing Moisture Essence This lush toner was recommended in my private Facebook group (sooo many good tips - if you haven't joined already, I'd love to have you!!) It has a watery-jell consistency and layers exceptionally well. It's super hydrating and leaves my skin bouncy with no residue whatsoever. Plus i

A few changes added a few times a week can really up your skincare game!!

Our skin NEEDS estrogen. So how is it that a hormone that we associate with our ovaries and reproduction has such far reaching effects on our appearance? We have estrogen receptors all over the body, and our skin is no exception. There are estrogen receptors in virtually all types of cells in the skin - in fact, our skin is the largest non-reproductive organ targeted by estrogen.

If you have followed me for any length of time you know that DRMTLGY is one of my very favorite brands. The products are effective, accessible and in my opinion affordable for the quality. The people behind the brand are honest, ethical and kind. To me it is the chef's kiss of skincare brands! This post (and my Drmtlgy video) is not sponsored (none of my videos are sponsored BTW... a few years ago I did a Sephora sponsorship but no other sponsorships since for years). I

If you're reading this blog, I assume you've already read my overview blog on ellacor™ and also viewed my ellacor video: https://youtu.be/-wT1HGU-N00 I decided to create a second blog to go into more detail about how my friend and I healed from ellacor™, and to share tips we had. If you find this post helpful please sign up for my newsletter (on the home screen of this website) and be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel! I'd love to have you :) My biggest tip for healing

NOTE: this post is not sponsored - I just wanted to share my experience 🙂 There is no affiliate relationship with Cytrellis or the Dr...

The word 'hyperpigmentation' is not one I remember ever hearing when I was young (I certainly never recall my mother cursing her 'hyperpigmentation' when she was my age!!) Twenty years ago, we thought being 'sun kissed' or even the downstream more mottled brown color that would appear as we aged was a sign of a 'healthy glow'. My how times have changed! Interestingly, Google searches for 'hyperpigmentation' have increased 400% in the past ten years. Thanks to science and ac