Skin inflammation is implicated as a cause of many common skin complaints. Got an acne breakout? Inflammation plays a role. Prone to redness? Thank inflammation. Seeing an increase in skin hyperpigmentation? You guessed it, inflammation.What is In
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It’s a slippery slope when summer ends and kids go back to school. Before we know it Labor Day and Halloween have slipped by, fall fades to winter and we are deep in the holi-DAZE. Temperatures drop so you crank the heat in your car, house and off
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Your teenage years may be in the rearview mirror but you suddenly find yourself increasingly experiencing breakouts, especially on the lower part of your face.
Sound familiar?
You're hardly alone.
More than 45%
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Nutrition. Whether you love or loathe the topic, the reality is that what you eat (and what you don’t) affects your skin in different ways. While genetics and skin care habits play key roles in the health of your skin, good nutrition is also vital
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Waking up to a blemish on your face can ruin your entire day.
We’ve all been there. And haven’t we tried everything from popping and
squeezing to masking the zit with extra thick concealer? Or we’ve been willing
to attempt any home remedy out o
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The
pressure to have the perfect #shelfie on Instagram is real, but are all of
those products necessary in our day to day skin care routine? Our skin care regimen
should be customized to our skin’s unique personality and needs, so how do we
kn
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Vitamin D is essential to the body and most recognized for its important role in bone growth and even mood regulation. But did you know that vitamin D is also important to your skin? Read on to learn about vitamin D’s skin benefits and how to get mor
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If you're reading this post, it's likely you can identify the characteristic appearance of crepey skin. Large areas of skin that were once smooth and taut, now appear paper thin, loose and wrinkled. And the name? It's derived from the fact that th
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Understanding the root cause of wrinkles and other signs of aging is an important first step before working to minimize them. Why? Because most of the signs of aging on our skin are caused by "extrinsic" or external factors, including unprotected
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If you're over age 40 and spend time outdoors, you may have noticed the appearance of small white dots on your skin. These spots are typically more noticeable during warm weather months when the contrast is greater between them and the surrounding sk
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It's common knowledge that pregnancy brings with it drastic changes to your body, but women are often surprised to learn just how big of an impact pregnancy can can have on their skin. After all, a whopping 90% of women are estimated to experience "s
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As women, we're often surprised to find that, just as we reach an age where anti-aging skin care products begin taking on greater importance in our routine, acne begins rearing its ugly head. If you count yourself among those dealing with acne in
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If you've already optimized your skin care routine but are eager to achieve faster results, you may be wondering if there's something more you can be doing for your skin. While we always recommend setting up an appointment with a licensed esthetic
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If you've experienced acne outbreaks (and who hasn't?!) you know that not all blemishes are created equal. There's your run-of-the-mill pimples - whiteheads (also called "closed comedones" because they are closed off from outside air) and blackheads
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We're guessing there is a good chance you've heard vitamin C recommended as a must-have ingredient in your skin care routine. Throughout the past five years, vitamin C has held skin care "ingredient du jour" status in women's magazines and among m
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Chapped lips are the skin concern that packs a double punch: not only do they bring discomfort in the form of burning and tightness, they are also hard to hide, aesthetically-speaking. Cover chapped lips with lipstick and you'll find its character
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Dullness is one of those skin issues that slowly creeps up on you. You may not notice it on yourself until you’re admiring your teenager’s dewy complexion, look in the mirror and realize your skin looks flat and overall “blah.” The next thing you kno
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While makeup is a valuable tool in hiding skin imperfections like hyperpigmentation, scars or dark undereye circles, it unfortunately isn’t much help in disguising rough skin texture, which has a tendency to become more noticeable the more we try to
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The arrival of late fall and winter often brings with it the onset of skin “blahs.” Colder temperatures and reduced humidity throughout much of the country causes our skin - head to toe - to lose moisture at a faster rate, leaving it looking dull
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Many of us consider getting a facial the height of relaxation, an occasional indulgence used to treat ourselves. And while facials are certainly intended to bring calm and reduce stress, they really stand out for the improvement they bring to the ski
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As face masks have become part of our regular wardrobe, so too have breakouts become a fact of life during the pandemic. In fact, acne breakouts attributed to mask-wearing have become so common that a term has even been coined to describe it: “mask
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Everyone has oil in their skin, some just have more than others. Not only does this oil, called sebum, help to keep skin hydrated and protected, it also aids in skin suppleness. If you notice a concentrated shine on your nose, forehead, and chin, you
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Unfortunately, your face isn’t the only place where acne can occur. Pores can get clogged nearly anywhere on your body, including your back, which can lead to breakouts that are referred to as “bacne.” The good news is, just like blemishes on your
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Brides often feel they have a laundry list of skin concerns to tackle before walking down the aisle. We want our skin to be clear, hydrated, smooth, and prepped for the special day, ensuring it illuminates before, during, and after saying “I do.” Ach
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Our skincare routines are sacred. It’s okay to admit it! If your favorite part of the day is running through your skin are regimen every morning and evening, you’re in good company. Creating a skin are routine with products and steps that make sen
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Have you ever stared at the label of a skin care product that boasted anti-aging effects and wondered just when you need to start incorporating products like it into your routine? While teenagers certainly have time before they need to begin thinking
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We're excited today to have a guest post from Francesca Gariano, a freelance journalist who blogs at Life According to Francesca. You may be familiar with her from a Q&A we did with her a few years ago, during which we discussed her
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Sugar addiction is out of control in America. According to the American Heart Association, the average American adult consumes approximately 77 grams of sugar each day, a number more than three times the recommended maximum of 25 grams for women. And
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For many of us, the start of a new year comes with resolutions to improve our health and wellbeing. While exercising more, saving money and eating more healthy top the list of
resolutions made for 2020, goals of improving skin health deserve a
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Much like our wardrobe, your skincare routine should change along with the seasons. With the drop in
temperatures and humidity,
our skin can suffer when winter arrives, which means that having a solid winter skincare routine is vital.
Luckily
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Taking a relaxing vacation is all fun and games until you break away from your skincare routine and expose yourself to a new environment, a combination that may have your skin looking and feeling out of sorts. While our skincare routines can be a
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When you get serious about taking care of your skin, the last thing you want to do is stymie the improvement you've achieved. That's seemingly why so many people ask us about the impact of makeup on their skin. Many of us apply makeup nearly as of
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For years we've heard that drinking at least eight, 8 ounce glasses of water each day is important to our health. And while water consumption is indeed essential to proper digestion and kidney function, regulation of body temperature and even join
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For years, skin care consumers have been hearing warning bells about the dangers of parabens. And while there is a growing list of skin care and cosmetic brands that tout their "paraben-free" status, parabens still appear in an estimated 85% of cosme
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If, as a child, your upper arms were constantly marked by tiny, pimple-like white or red bumps that resembled goosebumps, you weren't alone. Called keratosis pilaris, this inherited but harmless skin disorder is estimated to affect 50% of adolesce
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Skin care products categorized as "toners" have been around for a long time. For many of us, the term may bring back teenage memories of applying harsh astringents to our face to help clear acne. While we may have thought that the burning feeling
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It’s common to see the words “pH-balanced” on the packaging
for personal care and skin care products. But do you know how pH applies to the
products you use on your skin? More importantly, should you even care? We believe
you should – and here’
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Whether you have good intentions
of starting up a skincare program, you employ a simple routine of daily
washing and moisturizing or you have an advanced skincare regimen that targets
all of your skin concerns, most of us are just trying to do
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We know what you're thinking . . . it's only October. But throughout much of the country, temperatures have turned colder and humidity is on the descent, making now the perfect time to switch out your moisturizer to ensure your skin is hydrated an
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It's common for those who struggle with acne to evaluate their lifestyle in the hopes of finding
something they're doing that is causing their acne. In fact, we regularly get questions via the Lexli Facebook page asking "What foods cause acne?"
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If you characterize your skin as “sensitive,” you aren’t alone. Today, an estimated 51% of women and 36% of men in the United States
perceive their skin as such, and that number appears to be on the rise.
Consider this: with one simple modifica
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One of the most popular questions we receive on the topic of acne is "what causes it?" The question makes sense. If you understand the cause of something you can more effectively address it. But in the case of acne, there often isn't just one caus
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We've written a lot on the topic of exfoliation here on the Lexli blog and in aesthetic industry publications (read
The Case for Exfoliation at Dermascope). And while we're pretty sure that those of you who follow the blog understand the "
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Rosacea can come on suddenly. After years of having clear and manageable
skin, you may begin experiencing flare-ups of redness and flushing. Soon, it
happens more and more, with visible blood vessels starting to appear. As time
passes, the redne
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If you are one of the 7.5 million Americans who suffer from psoriasis, then you know that this
autoimmune condition can be unpredictable. Commonly active in areas like
elbows, knees and shins, scalp and lower back, psoriasis appears in the form o
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Today’s skincare products have an incredible ability to
improve the health and aesthetics of your skin thanks to advances in ingredient
research and development. And while serums and creams formulated with peptides,
green tea, hyaluronic acid a
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We humans spend nearly a third of our lives sleeping – or at
least we should. Despite the guidance to get at least seven hours of sleep each
night, many Americans are sleep deprived; the CDC suggests that 1 in 3 adults
regularly get too little
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Most of us look at the skin’s natural process of aging with a hint of dread as fine lines and wrinkles begin to appear, perhaps we notice sagging in areas of our face that used to be taut, or areas of darkened pigmentation appear. In response, we
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Two popular ingredients commonly found in skin care products
are alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) and beta-hydroxy acid (BHA). You’ve
likely heard of them and know they’re important, but do you know the
difference? If you’re like most individuals, yo
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Earlier this week, we announced the launch of Lexli's newest product: A-Firm-Ative Anti-Aging Peptide Serum. A labor of love that has been under development by Dr. Abdullah's team for more than a year, A-Firm-Ative combines Lexli's signa
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The term "antioxidants" has become a health and wellness buzz word in recent years. Physicians and nutritionists alike regularly encourage individuals to eat foods rich in them, while consumer products regularly tout them on product labels. In fac
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