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World Traveler Skincare: Top 9 Travel Skincare Tips
Ever gotten off a plane thinking, I wonder if my epidermis is in baggage claim? Or put mentholated vaginal wash on a rash after desperately trying (and failing) to navigate a pharmacy in a foreign country? What about an epic breakout the night before a big meeting or your best friend’s beach wedding? Skincare can’t be suspended just because you’re not at home. […]
A Fresh Start With Spring In Japan!
Sakura, or the cherry blossom, is Japan’s national flower. Celebrated by Japanese people of all ages, sakura are found in everything from textile patterns to a curious dessert flavor. Sakura blooms in March or April, and is even part of the daily weather forecast as the reporter announces where the “Cherry Blossom Front” has started. The […]
VMV Hypoallergenics: The Superman of Skincare
By Emma Werner The Fashion HotBox in New York City | Jul 11, 2016 I recently had an amazing spa experience with VMV Hypoallergenics, a skincare company that prides themselves on being the “safest, most proven effective care on the planet,” and it certainly holds up to that mantra. They specialize in sensitive skin and have […]
Armada – People Español
Our indoor-outdoor sun and light screen helps prevent (and even clear) melasma! Thank you, People Español, for including Armada in your safe beauty routine suggestions during pregnancy! “UNA RUTINA DE BELLEZA SANA DURANTE EL EMBARAZO“ #skinthusiasm #skinthusiasm #sunscreen #melasma#pregnancy #skincareforpregnancy#safeskincare #skintusiasmo
What Sensitive Skin Should Avoid: Can You Spot The Allergen In This Picture?
Got sensitive skin? What in this picture should you be wary of? If you guessed the chemicals on the piece of paper on the left, you’d be wrong. Everything in the photo above is a common allergen: The chemicals on the paper on the left (more on these below); The organic sprigs of lavender (top right); Mint (bottom right); Tree […]
Is Natural Hypoallergenic? The Answer May Surprise You (But Shouldn’t)
Is Natural Hypoallergenic? The short answer is: no. And that really shouldn’t be surprising. Think of how many allergy medication commercials you see when it’s pollen season. But does this mean natural is bad? Absolutely not! Eating natural, less processed foods is a must for your health. Using skin care with more natural, less processed […]
How About A Hypoallergenic Play Tent?
If you’ve got a child with eczema, allergies, or another sensitive skin condition, you know how difficult finding hypoallergenic play options can be. My daughter has very simple allergies to red dye and fragrance, and I’ve had to deal with an atlas of urticaria (swelling and redness) covering her little body head to toe after hugging a […]
