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Your AM Routine's Holy Trinity: Vitamin C, DNA Repair Enzymes & SPF
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
Penn Smith
8 min read


Broken Capillaries & Redness: Treatments That Actually Work
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
Penn Smith
6 min read


BITESIZE: Men are at higher risk for skin cancer: What we need to know
Men run a higher risk for skin cancer than women. Lets break down why and how we can help
Penn Smith
4 min read


The end of an ERA. Goodbye Biologique Recherche P50 1970
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
Penn Smith
5 min read


At Home concise PEEL worksheet/checklist
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 balanc
Penn Smith
3 min read


Your Ultimate Skincare Routine: Morning & Night, Head-to-Toe
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
Penn Smith
9 min read


Reversing Damage: My latest morning routine
My latest morning routine for healthy, glowy skin.
Penn Smith
8 min read


12 Products SO GOOD I can't stop picking them up!
From skincare to haircare to supplements - 12 of the best of the best!!
Penn Smith
7 min read


Fun finds from Amazon: 2-3 months worth of my favorites!
Amazon has always been one of my favorite places to peruse for new and interesting beauty finds. Being able to search through multiple...
Penn Smith
5 min read
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