Stress can also:
Reduce the Effects of Stress on Your Skin
Although it’s impossible to avoid stress completely, there are ways to handle it better. Try these approaches:
These may seem like small things, but over time they can make a big difference.
]]>Fun Fact: Watermelon is a fruit AND a vegetable! It’s related to cucumbers, pumpkins and squash.
No wonder there’s a month-long holiday dedicated to it! Celebrate National Watermelon Month with this tasty treat:
Frozen Watermelon Lemonade
Ingredients
How to make it’¦
The Importance of Sufficient, Quality Sleep
Side Effects of Sleep Deprivation
Evening Skin Care Routine
At night, the cells focus on repairing themselves from the damage encountered during the day. It is important provide your skin with the proper nutrients it needs.
Tips for Good Sleeping Habits
Ultimately, achieving healthy, beautiful skin comes down to consistency in lifestyle, skin care routine and sleep habits. For the appearance of more youthful and vibrant skin over time, aim for at least six to eight hours of sleep nightly. And remember, sleep is a source of fuel and energy and health, not a chore.
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They met 40 years ago in Boston as next door neighbors and have evolved from dear friends to business partners. In celebration of this milestone, they’ve shared a glimpse into what it’s like to go into business with a friend and their view of the beauty industry over the past four decades.
What’s the story of how you came up with the name?
Morgan: Janet owns a home in St.Tropez and many of our favorite memories have happened there. We were enjoying the surroundings one day and Janet shared that the ancient Greek name for St. Tropezis ‘Heraclea.” We didn’t like the ‘H’ and some Europeans have a hard time with words that start with an ‘H’, so we removed the ‘H’ and ‘eraclea’ was born. My husband, Andy, commented that we were ushering in a ‘new era in skincare,’ which we chose as a tagline and upon trademarking the name learned that there is also a town in Italy named Eraclea, known for producing chocolate.
What is it like to go from friends to business partners?
Janet: I’ve watched Morgan make decisions for all of these years, and that is what helps me to trust her. We both have a lot of integrity and want to do the right thing. We don’t keep secrets or hold things back. We agree on 99% of things. It wouldn’t be fun to be in business with someone you disagreed with.
What are your tips for going into business with a friend?
Janet: Make sure the friend has a good support system at home.
Morgan: Make sure the friend works hard.
Janet: Know how you are going to communicate.
Morgan: Know how long you what to do this and your ultimate goals.
Speaking of your ultimate goals, what are your plans now that you’ve launched eraclea?
Janet: We’ve been lucky in life and have both wanted to give back. So, in addition to our work with eraclea, we helped found the AiRS Foundation.
Morgan: It’s a non-profit dedicated to providing breast reconstruction, after mastectomy, to women who cannot afford this procedure. We held our Dallas launch earlier this year and are currently working on spreading our message to New York and LA markets later this year.
What beauty trends have you seen during your four decades of friendship?
Morgan: 40 years ago people didn’t think about skincare until they were 35, and weren’t concerned with wrinkles after 60. Now everything starts in your 20s, whether it’s a skin care routine or starting laser and Botox® as preventative methods. Consumers are so much savvier now and are so interested in the science behind a product.
Janet: If you can dream it, you can have it. Face yoga is something I practice often, and if you are conscious of your “elevens” (the two wrinkles between the eyes), you can practice face yoga to be more mindful of the muscles you use. If you have a stressful day, you will have to do a little more face yoga. It is all about paying attention to your skin. For example, if you laser away skin spots, you must use sunscreen to prevent them from coming back.
What is your favorite eraclea product?
Janet: I love to scrub so that’s an easy one – the daily bamboo exfoliant.
Morgan: I can’t get enough moisture and vitamins so the intensive repair and protect serum/vitamin C is my go-to.
If you need to ease Dad into skin care then we’d start with the basics: purifying cream cleanser, daily bamboo exfoliant and intensive hydrating day cream. This will set him on the right path and lead him to smoother, firmer skin.
Or if he’s ready to go one step further, we recommend pairing our pure hydration serum/zinc and reconstructing cream. This combination promotes healing, reduces redness and moisturizes the skin for a lighter, brighter and firmer complexion.
Top off either one of these recommendations with our very popular ever-moist lip balm. This is a great gift for anyone!
Still not sure what to get Dad? Remember our products work great for everyone, so you can always gift Dad your favorite eraclea products.
]]>It’s never too early to be proactive. The health habits that begin in your 20s can make a big difference later in life. Although there are many to consider, begin with these 4 health habits to keep skin looking and feeling younger longer.
No matter what you may hear at tanning salons, the cumulative damage caused by UV radiation can lead to premature skin aging (wrinkles, lax skin, brown spots, and more), as well as skin cancer.
Research shows that tanning is especially hazardous to young people; those who use sunbeds before age 30 increase their lifetime risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by 75 percent.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation-emitting tanning devices – tanning beds and lamps‘ have been added to the list of the most dangerous forms of cancer-causing radiation.
This is the most important health habit. Recent studies showed that wearing a daily sunscreen on the face reduced one’s risk of developing melanoma by 50%. Look for one SPF30 or higher that blocks both UVA and UVB rays.
Cleansing is the most basic element of any skin-care routine. It not only removes excess dirt, pollutants and pore-clogging oil from the epidermis, but it also preps the skin for any subsequent products you’ll be using, so active ingredients (like vitamins or sunscreen) can penetrate and be most effective.
No matter whether your skin type is dry, oily or sensitive, you shouldn’t skip the moisturizing step in your skin care routine. Leaving it out might quickly cause redness or flaking, and in time it can allow wrinkles and other aging signs to show up on your skin earlier than they otherwise might.
Invest in a good, overall eye cream, as eyes tend to show the first signs of aging.
Your skin does most of its repair work at night, so it’s really important to make sure it’s thoroughly clean and moisturized before you go to bed.
Exfoliating a few times a week will not only wash away dead cells but also help in the production of new cells, leaving you with healthy, glowing skin.
If nothing else, let your vanity kick in. In 25 years, your skin will thank you, and chances are, you’ll look much better than all your friends!
]]>The sunlight that reaches us is made up of two types of harmful rays: long wave ultraviolet A (UVA) and short wave ultraviolet B (UVB). Both play an important role in conditions such as premature skin aging, eye damage (including cataracts) and skin cancer. They also suppress the immune system, reducing your ability to fight off ailment.
UVA rays penetrate deep into the dermis, the skin’s thickest layer. Unprotected exposure can lead to premature skin aging and suppression of the immune system. And when your skin’s defenses are down, you’re at risk for skin cancer.
UVB rays will usually burn the superficial layers of your skin. Sunburned skin doesn’t just feel awful, it can cause permanent damage over time.
In a nutshell, UVA rays can age us and UVB rays can burn us. Overexposure to either can damage the skin. In the United States alone, over two million people are diagnosed with skin cancer every year! That’s why the proper use of sunscreen all day, every day is so important. Read more about the mistakes you may be making with sunscreen.
]]>The strawberry is the first fruit to ripen every spring and each refreshing bite contains high levels of Vitamin C, fiber, folic acid, and potassium. This wonderful fruit is known to:
Now you are wondering, ‘How can I eat more strawberries?’ Start with these 51 Fresh & Juicy Strawberry Recipes from Southern Living; you are bound to find something you love. Happy strawberry eating!
]]>Summer skin care products, recommended for everyone:
And remember, one beauty regimen shared by two makes packing easier for summer travel, saving precious space in those quart-sized bags.
]]>It’s time to get your skin back in tiptop shape.
]]>It’s time to get your skin back in tiptop shape.
Exfoliate. Reveal your fresh new skin and slough off all those dead skin cells. Exfoliating will help even out skin texture, prevent breakouts, fight the signs of aging and minimize dark spots. Full-body exfoliating is also recommended to prepare your skin for hair removal and self-tanner, helping ensure a more even application with less streaking.
Moisturize. After exfoliating, moisturize everything, face, lips, hands, and body. Now that you’ve revealed your fresh new skin cells, it’s time to feed it with moisture. After a shower is a perfect opportunity to apply moisturizer. Don’t remove all the moisture, simply pat your skin dry and apply moisturizer to damp skin, sealing in more moisture.
Nourish. One of the best things you can do for your skin is to increase your intake of antioxidants, which helps protect skin from free radicals. Free radicals cause skin damage and, over time, contribute to aging by destroying collagen. The less collagen you have, the more wrinkles you get.
Protect. Protecting your skin from sun damage is of the utmost importance. Remember, the more frequently you use sunscreen now, the better you’ll look 10 years down the road. Don’t forget: apply and reapply!
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Pamper mom with hydrating goodness! She will love our extreme body cream, simply perfect hand cream and ever-moist lip balm.
Perhaps she would prefer in-home spa treatments such as our 5 night resurfacing cream, firming lifting mask and smooth and firm body sculpting cream.
Any of these gifts are sure to be a hit with mom this Mother’s Day!
And let’s not pretend Mother’s Day is all about our mothers. Some of you are mommies too! And the truth is your loved ones would appreciate a little Mother’s Day gift guidance. So, our advice? Show them these recommendations, and casually mention which products you’d love to receive!
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