Does your skin break out after eating something disagreeable or sugar-heavy? Or are you constantly managing a skin condition with an elusive root cause?  Recent studies have discovered a connection between the skin and the gastrointestinal (GI) tract called the “gut-skin axis”. This fascinating relationship takes place between the microbiome in your gut and the microbiome on your skin. Since both microbiomes play a role in keeping the immune system balanced, when one gets out of whack, the other can easily follow. Supporting Skin through Gut Health The skin’s microbiome is the first ..read more

Your alarm goes off and you roll out of bed to make your way to the bathroom and start your day. As you look in the mirror you notice your face is slightly puffy and the facial grooves are more pronounced. While that puffiness occasionally subsides as you go about your day, sometimes it may seem like it’s here to stay. If this is something you experience, then a short facial massage with a gua sha stone could be just the thing to soothe that puffiness and support a firm healthy glow. What is Gua Sha?    Gua sha is a time-tested therapeutic method with roots in traditional Chin ..read more

Collagen supplements and skincare products have been on the rise for a while, and even grocery stores have jumped on board with collagen-infused drinks and edible powders on nearly every aisle. But are internal and external collagen supplements the most effective way to support our bodies, or is there another way to protect and encourage our skin’s healthy collagen production? Collagen in the Body Let’s first discuss the role of collagen in the body. Collagen is a fiber-like protein that the body naturally produces. It’s one of the main building blocks for connective tissue that supports ski ..read more

From yogurt to kombucha – yes, the fizzy tea fermented with a culture of yeast and bacteria – our knowledge of digestive probiotics has flourished over the last couple of decades. When it comes to probiotics for skin? The concept might be newer, but is steeped in the same logic. Formulated to balance breakouts, dry patches, and a dull or irritated complexion, probiotics for skin have arrived. I especially love the potential for Eminence Organics’ Kombucha Microbiome Collection to help balance inflammation, redness, and irritation associated with acne. Read to the end for special pricing on a ..read more

Goddesses, come hither. It’s time to adopt new rituals that honor your body and spirit – and emerge with soft, glowing skin. Jessica’s Apothecary &  Spa is in its new location with a copper tub and can now offer the rejuvenating benefits of a body scrub followed by a luxurious herbal soak. The experience is otherworldly, deeply reinvigorating, and great for your skin.  The Body Scrub + Herbal Soak is meant for anyone who lives with stress, whether you’re fighting for reproductive rights and gun regulation, working to protect the health of the planet, or supporting a neurodiverse ..read more

As a teen, getting into a skin care routine can be daunting.The mainstream beauty industry is constantly setting expectations for your skin, bodies, faces, and hair; however, I often find these ideas and chemical formulas to be damaging rather than nourishing for our health. It’s fun to celebrate your unique body, and finding a healthy skin care routine that supports the normal and exciting changes that are happening is important. It can be a frenzied world out there, so I’d love to help guide you in the right direction with skin care tips and daily routines that support your skin and overal ..read more

Our skin is an intricate and astounding organ, protecting our bodies from harsh elements and pathogens every. single. moment. of every single day. And did you know that the everyday demands on our skin increase when we’re in a state of stress? If you are an empath or triggered by the violence that is rampant in our country, are a parent of a young child, fighting on the front lines to keep women’s rights protected, or living in support of a loved one with mental illness (as with me), you know stress. In this post, I’ll explain how stress, specifically psychological stress, affects your skin ..read more

Video Did you know the same plants that are good for your body are often good for your skin too — as in, to put directly on it? It’s true. So today I’m talking about fruits and veggies, food that’s good for your skin inside and out. Citrus Our skin loves having plenty of vitamin C. This antioxidant vitamin minimizes signs of aging by:  protecting skin from damage caused by ultraviolet light stimulating synthesis of collagen, the protein that keeps our skin firm and elastic supporting the skin’s innate healing processes But human bodies, amazing as they are, can’t create vitamin C the ..read more

You know how, during a facial, your esthetician gives your skin the exact treatment it needs to look its best? Well, what if you could get inside your esthetician’s head for a half hour, channeling that same expertise to inform your morning and evening skin care rituals? In truth, day-to-day skin care routines might matter more than facials — and that’s exactly why consultations were invented. So you can bring the knowledge that’s relevant to you out of the spa and into your home. After years of having these conversations with clients, I’ve crafted a list of questions to ask your esthetician ..read more

You’ve heard that exfoliation leaves skin rejuvenated and radiant. But everyone’s skin is different, and everyone’s skin changes over time. Are you getting the maximum benefits of exfoliation for your skin type? Done right, exfoliation can help correct imbalances in the skin, whether it’s oily, dry, acne prone, hyperpigmented, sensitive, or mature. As an esthetician working with every skin type, I’ve seen that the rejuvenating benefits of exfoliation apply to virtually everyone. My clients see best results when their product choices and rituals align with their skin type and age. Below, I’ll ..read more