From counting your calories to checking your bank account and tracking your packages to training for a marathon, apps can help you do almost anything. But did you know there’s a beauty app that could help you live your best life? It’s true. Nu Skin’s latest digital innovation, Vera®, is part skincare consultation app, part beauty device management, and all-around awesome (at least I think it is!). Let me explain.
I have three words for you—ageLOC® LumiSpa® iO. OK, maybe iO as a word is a stretch, but to say that this device is changing how I feel...
We all age. And as we do, the signs of aging become more and more apparent. Gray hairs start to take root. We may squint when perusing a menu, notice more defined wrinkles when we look in the mirror, and feel the effects of a slower metabolism. The good news is that although aging is inevitable, it’s possible to slow the signs of premature aging so we can look and feel our best—regardless of how old we are. From skincare to beauty sleep, let’s dive into the top six things you can do each day to help you look, feel,...
Our wearied bedtimes and bustling mornings may make us consider skipping steps in our skincare regimens. But don’t give in to temptation! Every step is important. Especially the final crucial step—moisturizing.
As we know, moisturizers can help hydrate the skin. But that’s just the beginning. Moisturizing your skin can also help repair it. Think of it: our skin goes through the wringer every day—weather, pollution, and stress can all wreak havoc on an otherwise healthy complexion. All of these things can lead to dehydration and (gasp!) signs of aging. That’s where its moisturizer to the rescue! A good moisturizer can...
If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “My poor pores!” you’re not alone.
Yes, we’re talking about the approximately 20,000 tiny openings on your face that seem to collect dirt, oil, and other unappealing particles quicker than a woeful teenager inhales a pint of ice cream after a rough breakup.
And, when a face pocked with enlarged pores stares back at us in the mirror, many of us may have the urge to run to the freezer to grab a pint of ice cream ourselves. But don’t despair! There’s hope ahead—and it’s way closer than you think.
Hyperpigmentation, skin discoloration, melanin expression—call it what you will: when we talk about skin discoloration in relation to skin health, we typically are referring to the effects of melanin in the skin. Melanin is produced within the deepest layer of the epidermis by melanocytes and while different kinds of melanin are produced, they all relate to one thing: skin pigment. Melanin provides color for your skin. We’re going to take a closer look at the role of melanin expression in the skin and how imbalances can affect discoloration due to age and environmental factors.
Adaptogens are natural herbs or roots that help your body adapt to or resist stress. They are usually consumed as a supplement, food item, or tea. But what exactly do adaptogens do?
There are many different adaptogens that can be found all over the world from Ashwagandha, an evergreen shrub found in India, the Middle East, and regions of Africa, to a high-altitude shrub that grows in artic and mountainous parts of North America, Europe, and Asia called Rhodiola rosea L. No matter where they are found or how they are consumed, adaptogens can aid in supporting your overall health...
Many dermatologists agree that one of the most important things you can do for your skin is wear sunscreen. While essential for life, the sun releases different kinds of ultraviolet radiation, the most common being UVA and UVB. UVA rays have a wavelength between 320-400 nm and are known to contribute to photoaging and hyperpigmentation and may even contribute to skin cancer. UVB rays have a wavelength between 280-320 nm, and exposure to these sunrays can cause sunburns, skin cancer, hyperpigmentation, and skin inflammation. Often not fully understood, sunscreens are one of the easiest ways to protect your skin from...
Summer is in full swing! Outdoor activities from hiking to pool-side lounging are beckoning, but a year-long pandemic might have you looking for a jump start on your healthy summer glow by using a sunless tanner. Healthy, of course, is the key here as there are many mixed claims about sunless tanners, their ingredients, and the protection they provide. Here is a quick look at the science behind a summer tan, sunless tanners, and ways to keep your skin healthy-looking throughout the season.
Sun care products often refer to the “healthy tan,” which creates some confusion over whether a tan...
Nu Skin is no stranger to adaptogens. Within our Pharmanex products adaptogenic ingredients have been leveraged for years! But what exactly are adaptogens?
The commonly agreed upon definition for adaptogens are substances that help the body adapt to or resist stress. These substances usually come from botanical sources. Adaptogens have three things in common, each
Usually found in the diet as either supplements or food items, adaptogens help the body adapt to varying types of stress—physical, emotional, etc. They aid in helping stave off fatigue, build endurance, or improve focus while others can help with feelings of relaxation or calmness....
Market research has shown that 47% of women pay more attention to the ingredients used in their beauty products than they did a year ago1. It has also been found that 49% of US adults ages 18-24 look for clean beauty products. But what exactly is “clean” skin care? Clean skin care, or clean beauty, is a movement within the personal care industry that focuses on a specific product philosophy. Some mistake clean skin care with natural skin care, but these are not the same. “Clean” focuses on benefits from both natural and synthetic ingredients. Yet it scrutinizes ingredient selections...
