I know, I know. We have to be very careful: the damage UV rays can cause is well-documented. Perhaps (though I hope not!) you’ve had a dermatological scare yourself. I’m fair-skinned, so I definitely need regular check-ups. So far, so good. But as a kid I had lots of agonizing sunburns. I was the freckled redhead who tried to copy my blonde, tawny friends by “laying out” all summer. There was, for example, the day my golden-haired cousin and I climbed up on my roof to be “closer to the...

It’s 2020 already. Wow, a brand new year. Are you wondering what’s ahead for you? Isn’t it funny that we talk about the unknown in terms of our faces? The expressions we use can even sound a little ominous: “What will I face?” “What are you facing?” “What kind of future will we face?” Those questions carry a sense that we should brace ourselves for scary or negative things that might come our way. Personally, I really, really hope that 2020 is better than 2019. I had a very rough...

Soon I’ll plug in my holiday lights for the last time. I’ll enjoy just a few more nights of their special glow. The bushes in my yard will be draped with twinkling colors through the end of the year. My tree will still be circled with strands of tiny starlight. I’ll light the green and red votives on the dining room table; I’ll smell the cinnamon and pine from candles that are aglow in their holiday glass. I’ll drink cocoa with friends and family around the fireplace for a few...

Whether you’re looking at food or beauty products, you’ll find the word “natural” slapped on almost all the labels. Natural sounds good, so you grab one off the shelf feeling like you’ve made the right choice. But wait! Sophie Uliano is here to set us straight! She’s letting us know natural’s dirty secret. The word ‘natural’ really doesn’t mean anything, since it is a legally unregulated term. After all, not all natural things are good for you. Lead is natural, but you’d never want to put that on your skin!...

Well known on the beauty and wellness scene for over ten years since her first book ‘Gorgeously Green’ launched on Oprah, world renowned New York Times’ best selling author, plant based holistic nutritionist, wellness coach and avid green beauty expert, Sophie Uliano is back and frankly, we’re just as excited as you are! When it comes to the types of skin care products this self proclaimed ‘detective’ searches for are those with outstanding active ingredients that’ll “really pack a punch” with all their skin care capabilities. Why else does our...

It’s the season so many of us look forward to with the changing of leaves, switching out the tank tops for comfy jackets and the breezy air turning those nice days into crisp nights (unless you’re down south like me where even our autumn can be sticky and in these temperatures even our delicious pumpkin spice lates just aren’t the same!). One thing we can agree on regardless of where you’re located, that Fall is a perfect start to incorporating powerful autumn antioxidants into our daily lives. If you haven’t...

When it comes to weight loss, the dieting and stress you put your body under can result in various nutritional deficiencies that can potentially lead to issues with hair, skin and nails; even your overall health. Those taking part in strict dieting have a higher risk of malabsorption of minerals and vitamins that your body needs. How can you make sure you lose the weight while keeping your skin healthy? Here are some effective and important tips to have the best of both worlds. KEEP YOUR BODY HYDRATED Whether talking...

Wish your skin could be as fresh, smooth, and glowing as when you leave from a professional facial? It can. With the right products and techniques, you can get that ahh-spa facial feeling right at home I spent years giving professional facials and I’m so excited to share my expert tips for an at-home facial with you! Here’s what I recommend for your best results: Step 1: Set up Make sure to put your hair back with a tie or cloth headband. Dress in a robe or terry towel dress...

You work hard to spend your money wisely and I don’t want you falling for any of the many skincare scams out there today. I’m not just referring to companies that sell you low-quality products… There are scammers who will literally set up a web page with skincare products just to take your money monthly without your knowledge or permission! So how do you avoid these scams? Here’s what to keep an eye out for so you don’t get scammed just for trying to improve your skin. Free Trials They...

I pride myself on being able to tell it like it is and debunk myths when they arise. For example, eating your food in the right order doesn’t make a difference, right? However, layering skincare products on your skin in a certain order is not one of those myths. There is actually a method to the madness. And for good reason… Why? According to board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon, Dr. Heather Rogers, applying your skin care products in the proper order ensures that your skin receives the full benefits of...