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What is facial gua sha? Originally a body treatment performed on the back, buttocks, arms, and legs, a gentler technique has since been refined for the face.  While gua sha is a fairly new concept in the U.S., this healing ritual has been used in Chinese medicine for over 2,000 years. Sometimes also called coining, skin scraping, or spooning, the practice of gua sha has...

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From Finlay+Green Founder: Hollywood Makeup Artist Helen Marray-Finlay With cooler weather on the way, it’s time to give your skincare routine a seasonal refresh. Helen Marray-Finlay, Finlay+Green’s founder and Hollywood makeup artist, shares her Top-6 Fall skincare essentials, plus simple tips to help your skin glow through fall.  Why Should I Change My Skincare Routine from Summer to Fall? Due to the drop in temperature...

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When actress Halle Berry recently revealed she was misdiagnosed with herpes instead of perimenopause and Oprah was misdiagnosed with a heart problem instead of menopause, it highlighted a pervasive issue in women’s healthcare - the widespread misdiagnosis and misunderstanding of perimenopause and menopause.  This problem, of course, is not confined to the rich and famous. But it does highlight the fact that if they get...

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The skincare industry has exploded in recent years, with trends like the “10-step skincare routine”, “layering”, and the “skincare smoothie” becoming the norm for many beauty enthusiasts. But are these trends worth following? The short answer is probably not! Mixing ingredients without proper knowledge of how these ingredients work could inadvertently do more harm than good.  It can also lead to frustration if less-than-desired results...

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Being a Hollywood makeup artist for 20+ years on major studio television and movie productions such as Pirates of the Caribbean, Parks & Recreation and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, I've had the privilege to work on people of all ages and skin types, from everyday people to Oscar and Emmy winners!! To be successful as a make-up artist, you have to become a skincare expert. I recently...

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There are few ingredients as hotly debated as retinol. With new European Union (EU) regulations coming into effect in 2025* limiting the strength of cosmetic retinol, it’s time we take a deeper look at this popular ingredient. Lauded by celebrities, retinol is considered by many the ‘gold standard’ for anti-aging skincare due to its ability to rapidly speed up skin cell turnover.  This results in...

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Accessing affordable menopause support in the US can be challenging due to the high cost of healthcare, so many women turn to the internet for guidance.  However, this can lead to uncertainty about the accuracy and safety of the information found online. This article hopes to point you in the right direction! From links to great non-profit organizations focused on menopause and menopause-certified healthcare providers, all...

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When we are in our 40s, 50s, and 60s we don’t expect to get acne, yet there it is! Are you googling “adult acne” or “acne in your 40s” and “acne in your 50s”? For some reason, women’s adult acne isn’t talked about, and it’s rarely mentioned in conjunction with menopause. But it should be. Menopausal acne is considered hormonal acne. Hormonal acne is typically...

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There are many surprising symptoms when it comes to perimenopause and menopause, such as hair loss, dry eyes, and weight gain. One area often overlooked and rarely discussed is how menopause impacts the skin. If you were surprised to learn about the link between dry skin and menopause in our previous blog, you might be even more surprised to discover a strong connection between menopause...

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Has your skin lost its glow? Does it feel dry, itchy, or tight? Does your makeup not look as good as it once did? Don’t worry, read on and you will find lots of tips and tricks to get your glow back! We think these skin changes are part of the aging process but that’s not completely correct. Hormonal changes due to menopause affect your...

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Winter tends to intensify skin dryness, which can be particularly challenging during perimenopause and menopause when the skin is already compromised due to fluctuating and declining hormones. Physicians are aware that climatic conditions negatively affect the skin, but it’s not only outdoor elements such as the cold, dry air, and harsh winds that are detrimental. Indoor heating devices can also dry out the skin and...

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Skin changes during the menopausal transition are very common, and many women report a sudden onset of skin aging several months after menopausal symptoms begin.  Estrogen is an essential component of skin function, and lower levels of estrogen have a big impact on the skin. As your hormones plummet, you may notice that your skin starts to become dryer, thinner, and itchy. According to the...

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