Why Does It Happen? 8 Key Triggers For Rosacea Often mistaken for acne, eczema or an allergic reaction, rosacea is the chronic inflammation of the skin, which leaves a reddish appearance. Even though there are treatments available to help soothe the skin, sometimes it’s hard to pinpoint what triggers flare-ups. So, what sets it off? Here are…
Examining the Ingredients: So, What Exactly Are You Putting on Your Skin? When it comes to skincare, sometimes we get so swept up by the manufacturer’s bold proclamations that we don’t give a second thought to the actual ingredients that are in the products. This is odd, if you think about it, considering how much…
Did you know that daily lifestyle activities could be ageing you faster? Collagen plays a huge role in the way our skin ages over time, and some everyday lifestyle habits could be damaging your collagen reserves. Here are some of the ways you could be depleting your collagen levels prematurely, and – more importantly –…
Dilshad Burman, web content writer/reporter for Toronto’s CityNews & 680 NEWS, shares her reasons why AlumierMD became her perfect companion in her journey towards healthy, blemish-free skin. Tell us about your personal experience with your skin? I’ve had a somewhat tumultuous journey with my skin as I’ve never been one of the lucky ones [who was] blessed with naturally…
What is a chemical peel? Chemical peels cause intentional damage to the epidermis and/or dermis with the goal of stimulating new tissue to improve skin texture and tone. Chemical peels have been used dating back to Ancient Egypt. Cleopatra used sour milk to improve the appearance of her skin, according to some sources. Lactic…
As the largest organ of the body, the skin is constantly changing. In addition to skin regeneration that happens every 28 days, the skin’s pigment is also quite active. Sunspots, age spots and uneven skin tone are always a battle that we seem to be fighting. Now that the new year has begun, this is…