Vitamin C And Its Role In Healthy Skin

We all know beauty trends come and go. The padded shoulders of the 80s, the thick Brooke Shields eyebrows, the extreme slenderness of Twiggy – we cycle in and out of looks, updating (or not!) as we go. But when it comes to skincare, fortunately, we can rely on science versus fads. One skincare ingredient that’s trendy is also backed by science to pack a powerhouse of benefits — Vitamin C. We Can’t Live Without Vitamin C Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is a nutrient your body can’t live without. It plays a role in the formation of blood vessels, … Continue reading

How To Improve Your Neck’s Appearance

Remember when you never thought about your neck? In your teens, 20s, and 30s, you probably rarely gave it a glance. But now, as you’re getting older, your neck suddenly steals the show. Whether it’s wrinkles, lines that look like tiny chokers, the dreaded “double chin” or the “turkey neck,” this always-visible part of your appearance might be making you feel older than you want to. Why Your Neck Starts to Go South As skin ages, two key proteins start to diminish: elastin and collagen. Collagen is constructed of fibers tightly woven together. If you picture those fibers as a frame, … Continue reading