I dealt with adult acne since I am 18 despite being a cosmetic scientist & holistic esthetician (for 20 years). 

Adult acne is a complicated beast and even though there is no one size fits all, I have developed a simple routine that has helped me clear …

If we are someone who embraces aging or terrified by the thought of becoming a knitting granny with a grey bun, I am certain most of us wouldn’t mind looking attractive regardless of the chronological age and maybe adding a few years to our time on Earth…

The magic you see happening from a deep plane facelift—like the one Kris Jenner had,—is because of the reconstruction of the soft tissues beneath the skin— the deep fat tissue, ligaments and muscles (SMAS).

If you don't have the big $$$ for a surgical …

Copper triggers hyperpigmentation and high levels of it could be the reason why you are stuck with melasma. 

Here is the scientific backround...

Tyrosinase is an enzyme that turns melanin brown. Tyrosinase is also a cofactor of copper. When copper le…

If you have melasma, you have heard that the hormones from the pill can trigger it. While this is true and makes sense, because melasma is linked to hormones, it is just part of the story.

Some birth control pills contain progestin, a synthetic form of …

What is Methylene Blue?

Methylene Blue was a breakthrough discovery by chemists working for BASF—Germany’s largest chemical factory in the 19th century. It was the first synthetic blue dye. A revolution back then because dying clothes blue was lengthy, …

Face mapping is a fantastic diagnostic tool for melasma (and other skin challenges). It allows you to figure out what’s really going on beneath the surface.

This ancient Chinese method is based on thousands of years of wisdom through observing and keepi…

Retinol and retinoids in skin products may age you faster and here is why. Retinoid, the active form of retinol, is speeding up the cell turnover, which is meant to reveal young and fresh skin. A typical marketing pitch we are told.

The truth is, tinkeri…

Less is more when it comes to detoxing. It’s not about buying more products—it’s about hitting reset on your body, mind, and spirit. Follow these three simple steps to start your detox journey:

Step 1: Detox Your Body

• Hydrate with Water Only: Stick to sp…

Legendary spiritual teacher Abraham Hicks said if you can hold a vision for 17 seconds it becomes reality. 

Imagine becoming the best version of yourself just by visualizing it. What does she look like? How is her skin (clear, smooth, even color)? Doe…

A study on 236 people found zinc deficiency to be more common in people with melasma compared to volunteers without [1]. The link between zinc and melasma is fairly complex. Please read the full article to learn how it's connected.

Have you heard of tyr…

The goal of laser, needling, ultrasound and radio frequency is to trigger the renewal of new collagen by causing damage to the skin with pricking and heating.

Let me tell you something about cell damage and aging you should know.

There are 12 different …

Summer is soon kissing us goodbye; the sun is less intensive and the days become cooler and shorter (at least in the northern hemisphere). Even though most people love summer, if you have melasma, you probably fear it as it brings out your brown spots. 

Do you remember the got milk campaign from the 90s? My favourite one was that with the supermodels of the era promoting the benefits of milk with adorable milk moustaches on glossy posters, photographed by no one less than the legendary Annie Leibovitz […

Three different studies report that fermented soy milk inhibits melanin production—the pigment responsible for dark spots. This was discovered when researchers tried to find a solution for the unesthetic browning in mushrooms. 

Like in humans, the brown…

Did you know that imbalances in your gut bacteria can contribute to high estrogen levels—one of the major drivers of melasma and hyperpigmentation?

The key player here is the estrobolome, a unique group of gut bacteria. 

These microbes produce an enzym…

If you have melasma, or other brown spots and have asked your dermatologist what to do about it, you were most likely offered hydroquinone. Maybe the cream he/she prescribed had a different name but the ingredient list of your product should reveal if hy…

Since we are born naked and barefoot, nature has designed us to touch the ground unclothed. When the free electrons of the Earth’s surface are flowing through our skin into our bodies, we synchronise with the natural frequency of the Earth of 7.83 Hz (Sc…

Honey has served humans for its medicinal purposes for thousands of years. The earliest evidence of that is an 8000-year-old rock painting. In this short article, we dip into the story why this golden glue has held thousands of years of healing history t…

“Future medicine will be the medicine of frequencies.” — Albert Einstein

Our appearance is represented by our outer shell; the face, body and skin. This shell is our first line of nonverbal communication. Therefore, our outer shell holds an important ro…

The application of clay masks on the skin is as old as the hills but has never become outdated. Clay masks make our skin look clearer, brighter and feeling smoother. Inflamed blemishes calm down instantly and we often feel overall refreshed and pampered.

Stress is one of the main root causes of skin conditions such as rosacea, acne, hyperpigmentation and premature skin aging. If you are affected by any of these skin conditions, then this article can help you on your healing journey. Have you ever sat in …

Posted July 3rd, 2023

In our modern world, our skin is constantly exposed to various environmental factors that can significantly impact its health and appearance. Understanding the link between skincare and environmental factors is crucial for developi…

Posted June 25th, 2023

In today's fast-paced world, finding balance is essential, not only for our overall well-being but also for the health and radiance of our skin. Holistic skincare embraces the belief that true beauty comes from within, encompassin…