Unexpected Guests at a Dinner Party
There are a lot (like a lot!) of skincare brands out there in the wild, many with glossy packaging, buzz-words and hopeful promises. It’s easy to get swept away. Trust me, I’ve been there too! But when you strip all that away, only two things really matter: Does it respect your skin? And does it deliver long-term benefits? These guiding principles have shaped my journey for the last 16 years.
Reflecting on my beginnings, I remember a day in esthetics school when a representative spoke to our class about the various paths we could take with our license; a spa atmosphere, medical settings, teaching, sales – the possibilities seemed endless. But honestly, I had no clue what I wanted to do with my license. I just knew I wanted to be able to help people when there skin was misbehaving, like someone helped me when my face was riddled with acne. Dang it, I’m really trying to find those pictures!
It wasn’t until I explored continuing education and discovered Dermaviduals and the concept of corneotherapy that everything clicked for me. Forget all that social media hype; it’s all about skin health.Dermaviduals embodies Corneotherapy, a term the regulars know well, and for newcomers, think of it this way: healthy skin starts with a robust barrier. Treat it right, and everything functions smoother; a strong barrier means less redness, fewer flare-ups, better hydration, and a more even tone. Plus, your products will actually work because your skin can finally tolerate and utilize them effectively! Mess it up, and you’ll see irritations and sensitivities pop up faster than unexpected guests at a dinner party!
There is no way we can take a one-size-fits-all approach to skin care. Everyone’s skin has a different story to tell. Instead, we must embrace the individuality, and treat our skin with science-driven formulations, and products that support your skin’s biology rather than waging war against it. To me, this is what ‘natural’ skincare truly means, which is why Dermaviduals has been a longtime fixture on my shelves. And I began to wonder why I haven’t given it the spotlight it truly deserves.
DERMAVIDUALS = MAD SCIENTIST
Your skin has its own stories, stressors, and needs.
Dermaviduals allows me to design skincare like a chemist in a lab, but right here within clinic.
With Dermaviduals, there is no such thing as a “dry skin” moisturizer or a “sensitive skin” serum. With more than 40 active concentrates, let the customization begin! And when your skin changes in response to stress, hormones, environment, seasons, and life, so your skincare should evolve as well. That is exactly what Dermaviduals lets us do. <3
