by Kali Kushner As a severe cystic acne sufferer, I know first hand that acne can have long lasting social and emotional effects. Unless you’ve dealt with the condition first hand it’s nearly impossible to understand the feeling. Today, I want to share my story with severe cystic acne and how it affected me personally. I hope it helps someone else out there who is also suffering acne and so you realize you are not alone. What Are The Psychological Effects Of Acne? The psychological effects of acne go beyond just skin, it can affect various aspects of one's life. Acne can cause emotional distre ..read more

By Brigid Anderson It's official. Pumpkin Spice Latte season has officially come and gone, and though you may be in mourning while you're combing grocery stores for any leftover traces of anything pumpkin flavored or scented, I'm here to tell you that not all is lost. There are still ways to get your pumpkin-fix on the rest of the year (and without the extra calories to boot). These 3 pumpkin enzyme masks will keep your skin glowing and clear all while satiating your longing for that spicy aroma of pumpkin-y goodness we so desperately crave after November. 1. BANISH PUMPKIN ENZYME MASQUE Get ..read more

A lot of people who struggle with hair loss may not be aware that microneedling can be used to prevent hair loss or balding.   Yes, tiny micro needles can prevent hair loss!  But first I’m going to go ahead and explain why people start balding and some of the common causes. When you think of balding you might think of an older man in his late 50s, but millions of women and younger men suffer from hair loss too.   Hair loss in women isn't as common versus in men but half of all women can experience hair thinning, and male hair loss is experienced by ..read more

As someone committed to helping people achieve their healthiest skin and testing tons of skincare products,  I've seen firsthand the brightening effects of using alpha arbutin! Alpha Arbutin is derived from plants such as bearberry, or cranberry. Alpha arbutin is a powerhouse ingredient known for its skin-brightening and hyperpigmentation-fighting properties. Here's the science behind this underrated skincare ingredient.   Alpha arbutin is also a natural derivative of hydroquinone, which is a potent skin-lightening ingredient that is available throu ..read more

By Kali Kushner   Just the word, toner makes me think back to the good ole days of teen acne. I tried every pre soaked cotton round and squeeze bottle on the market that would undoubtedly contain some sort of over drying alcohol or astringent. Luckily, toners are nothing like they used to be. While they used to contain high amounts of alcohol and overly astringent ingredients, many toners are now created without alcohol and  fit almost every skin need. They are no longer targeted exclusively towards oily or acne prone skin, instead toners have branched out to include sensitive and e ..read more

 This is everything you need to know about Vitamin C, also known as L-Ascorbic Acid. This is a crucial micronutrient for your body, which is used by your body to regenerate cells and tissue. There are several forms of Vitamin C, but Ascorbic acid or L-ascorbic acid is the pure and most bioavailable form. For those who seek to rebuild collagen, Vitamin C is certainly their best friend. However, its refreshing properties can be leveraged by your skin too. Commonly used for melasma and acne scars. It’s considered to be a holy grail product, especially when it’s paired with other products to ..read more

You may have heard of microneedling especially if you've been looking into different acne scarring treatments.   While there are microneedling treatments available at certain esthetician offices or dermatologist clinics, microneedling at home is also on the rise.   Microneedling is the process of creating controlled microinjuries on the skin to increase collagen.  It's known for reducing acne scars, hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and enhancing topical product absorption.   Is it a good idea to microneedle at home?  It can be as long as you follow th ..read more

In order to keep our skin at it's best, we should exfoliate 1-3 times a week. Exfoliating is the process of removing the top layer of the oldest skin cells on the surface of our skin.   People who have acne prone skin or hyperpigmentation tend to benefit from exfoliating regularly because it increases your skincell turnover and rejuvenation rate. Increasing your skincell turnover can help lessen the chances of your pores clogging as well.   Removing dead skin cells also lets your skincare products like serums, moisturizers and masks to absorb better into skin. Which exfolia ..read more

Earth Day is an annual celebration in which various events are held worldwide to demonstrate support for environmental protection, but every day we can practice reducing waste to support the environment, it is our only home after all.  Reward stars will be given to customers who will return their empty Banish jars or Banish bag for us to recycle for you.  A minimum of 5 empty jars or bags is required to receive the 5000 stars which can be redeemed for a $50 Banish giftcard until April 22nd 2023! You can send any combination of jars, bottles, and Banish bags. How Many Reward ..read more

Everyone seems to have an opinion on if eye creams are worth it. Some think they're just repackaged moisturizer, while others praise eye creams and can't go without it. In this article, we review through studies and some professional opinions to determine if eye creams are actually needed and worth it, or if you should pass on eye creams.  What's Eye Cream? Products labels as eye creams are types of moisturizers that are formulated specifically to be used around the eye area. Be careful not to apply eye cream too close to your lash lines.  Eye creams contain a more gentle c ..read more