Environ Blog — Skin Care Routine

Acne effects virtually everyone at some point in their lives, making it the most common medical skin condition according to the Academy of Dermatology. There are four different stages of acne that range from mild to severely inflamed. Grades I and II acne are considered acne simplex and grades III and IV are considered acne vulgaris. Acne simplex is made up of open and closed comedones with occasional papules and pustules, but overall, the skin isn’t inflamed. Acne vulgaris consists of several papules and pustules with the possibility of nodules and cysts and is characterized by inflammation. Acne is ultimately...

Self-care is essential for long-term happiness and wellness, we all know that! An important part of self-care is taking good care of your skin. An effective skin care routine can help you love the way you look AND how you feel! It’s a self-care win-win, really.   Thankfully, the American Academy of Dermatology has some expert tips on how you can show your skin the love it deserves: Apply SPF daily Sunscreen is the closest any of us can get to obtaining a fountain of youth, and yet most people still only remember to apply before they head to the beach or...

Happy New Year! After a hectic holiday season packed with sugary sweets, late nights and countless other complexion saboteurs, we bet your skin is in dire need of a little extra TLC right about now. So we have to ask: when was the last time you gave your skin a detox? Be honest — have you EVER treated your skin to a detox regimen? Did you know you should be detoxing your skin every day? No worries! January is a perfect time to commit to a new skin care routine! Last month, we explored what a detox skin care routine should look...

As 2019 comes to an end and the cold dry weather kicks into high gear, we bet you’re suffering from dry elbows, knees, hands, and feet right about now or will be before the season is over. For some of us, the development of chronically cracked, irritated skin is like clockwork once the indoor heat starts blasting. Fortunately, with a bit of proactive know-how, you can avoid the uncomfortable feeling and unsightly look of winter skin that looks like a desert landscape! Here are a few expert tips and products to help with dry elbows, knees, and feet: Avoid harsh...

If you’re starting to feel more crocodile than cuddle bug this winter, your skin is in dire need of a hydration boost! Faced by a daily onslaught of harsh winter elements and dry indoor heat, your skin can quickly become parched, dehydrated, and irritated. Fortunately, the look of radiant, supple skin is within your reach this winter by simply adding more hydrating products to your skin care regimen.  Here are a few hydrating tips to help replenish and revitalize the look of your skin all winter long!  How To Wash Your Face In The Winter What you use to wash...