Category: Beauty & Perosnal Care

Lightweight moisturizers are a lifesaver when you don’t want to layer on a rich moisturizer every day. If you’re dealing with oily skin or breakouts, a lighter texture will absorb quickly and hydrate your skin just as effectively; you don’t necessarily need a rich-textured moisturizer to keep your skin smooth and supple. But, where to start? We’re going to narrow down the best ingredients and lightweight moisturizers to try, for all skin types. 

Benefits Of A Lightweight Moisturizer

Hydrates The Skin

Lightweight moisturizers are designed to hydrate and soften the skin without leaving it feeling shiny or slick. Upon application, it should feel refreshingly light and hydrating while giving you maximum non-greasy moisture. 

Wears Well Under Makeup And SPF

Lightweight moisturizers wear well under makeup and your SPF because of their thin texture. They not only moisturize dry skin but also resist pilling and caking.

Suitable For Summer And Winter

When the temperature rises, the last thing you want is a moisturizer that is too rich for your skin type. If the moisturizer isn’t suitable, your skin might attract a buildup of sweat and grime. The lighter texture is ideal for warmer weather and seasonal changes as these hydrating creams feel almost weightless. During the cold weather season, lightweight moisturizers like our Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Hydrator still have a place in your winter skin care routine. Layering one into your usual routine keeps your skin soft and supple all season long. Read on for our three-step mini routine, perfect for wintry weather.

Prevents Buildup and Breakouts

Your skin may benefit from a lightweight moisturizer particularly if you have acne-prone or oily skin. Since lightweight moisturizers are not heavy and absorb quickly into the skin, they may prevent further buildup or breakouts from occurring. 

Provides A Light Texture

Sometimes your skin doesn’t need the protection of a rich moisturizer. If you’re the kind of person who doesn’t usually wear a creamy moisturizer, you may prefer the light and fresh feeling of a lightweight moisturizer.

Non-Greasy 

You can also avoid greasy textures with lightweight moisturizers. With less rich oils in their formulation, these lighter moisturizers avoid leaving a shine behind. 

Lightweight Moisturizers for Every Skin Type

Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Hydrator

The Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Hydrator won in the Allure Best of Beauty 2022 Awards, taking a highly coveted spot in the Clean Beauty category. Allure’s beauty editors said: “It’s hydrating! It’s brightening! It’s … pink! There’s no shortage of reasons to love this quick-to-absorb [hydrator], but if you want another one: It smells like a freshly baked strawberry pie.” 

Thanks to a Botanical Hyaluronic Acid Complex, this gel-cream moisturizer aids dry or dehydrated skin by providing intense hydration while still feeling light on the skin. This formula also contains strawberry, which provides naturally occurring salicylic acid. Salicylic acid gently exfoliates and removes a buildup of dead skin cells to brighten the look of a dull complexion.  

Echinacea Recovery Cream

Echinacea Recovery Cream assists with reducing the visible signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines. Echinacea defends the skin against environmental stressors such as pollution while yarrow herb provides nutrient-rich moisturization. The skin receives further hydration from evening primrose oil. Aloe vera also helps to improve the look of elasticity in the skin for a more youthful-looking complexion. 

Customer Sharon A. praised the Echinacea Recovery Cream: “Miracle moisturizer! I am so happy with the results I am getting from using this moisturizer. I use it before bedtime every other day and in the morning my skin feels hydrated, soft, and radiant with a noticeable reduction in redness … I have gotten so many compliments on my complexion so I will definitely keep using it.”

Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer

This award-winning lightweight moisturizer is suitable for normal and oily skin. Carefully formulated to cool, nourish and cleanse the skin, the Clear Skin Probiotic Masque eliminates the appearance of problem skin. It keeps the look of problem skin under control thanks to cucumber juice, yogurt, willow bark and tea tree oil. The Clear Skin Probiotic Moisturizer also contains a Biocomplex2™, a booster of antioxidants that gives your skin a more radiant appearance.  

Mangosteen Gel Moisturizer

If your skin is feeling dull and dry, our Mangosteen Gel Moisturizer is formulated with superfruit mangosteen to revitalize dry skin and refine the look of pores. This moisturizer was recognized by Allure’s 2021 Best of Beauty as a winner in the Clean Beauty Product category. It contains red clover flower extract to reduce the appearance of pores and refine the skin texture. Ribose (from corn seeds) also assists with making your complexion look smooth and youthful. This hydrating formula begins as a dewy gel and melts into the skin for a smooth, matte finish.

One happy customer Lisa J. left a review about this moisturizer, stating: “WonderfuI. I have oily skin, even at age 61. It’s difficult to find a moisturizer that will nourish but not oil up my complexion. I found it. Love this stuff!”

A Three-Step Mini Routine

Wondering how to incorporate a lightweight moisturizer into your daily skin care? We’ve created a mini three-step routine including the lightweight Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Hydrator paired with the Birch Water Purifying Essence and Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil. This routine boosts your skin with the combination of hydrating birch water, rosehip oil and a Botanical Hyaluronic Acid Complex. 

Step 1: Prep The Skin

Prep your skin for your skin care routine with the Birch Water Purifying Essence. Birch water is very nutrient-rich and purifies and hydrates the skin. This formula also provides moisturizing benefits and reduces the look of wrinkles and fine lines. 

To use, apply a small amount of product in your hands or on a cotton pad and pat it onto your skin. Leave on.

Step 2: Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Hydrator

This mixture of multi-weight hyaluronic acid and marshmallow root is the second step in this routine, keeping moisture in your skin so that it remains hydrated and smooth. To use, apply a layer over the entire face, neck and décolleté area and leave it on.

Step 3: Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil

The Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil gives your skin further hydration thanks to essential fatty acid ingredients. Jojoba, rosehip and seabuckthorn oils also promote skin elasticity and hydration.  

Apply a thin layer of oil (two to three drops) to your face and neck. Massage in with circular motions once or twice daily. Leave it on.

Ready to decide on a moisturizer? To narrow down your decision, you can also view our other moisturizer guides, including:

It’s one of the world’s oldest foods, has inspired countless desserts and sweetened our holidays. It’s clear — we love chocolate. But, despite this universal obsession, chocolate also gets a bad rap for its association with acne. But does chocolate really cause acne? We went on a quest to unwrap the truth about this sweet and its effect on our skin.

Does Eating Chocolate Cause Acne?

Before we get into the nitty-gritty, keep in mind that most research (even recent studies) focuses almost exclusively on male subjects. Many studies also concentrate on younger age groups, as opposed to middle or older age brackets, and primarily consider those with acne-prone skin.

We’ll start with the good news. Thankfully, much of the research around chocolate and acne agrees that chocolate on its own does not cause acne. Rather, it may be a high-glycemic diet that is the trigger (more on this topic below). If your dermatologist determines that your diet affects your acne, you may wish to discuss which foods to avoid, and chocolate could be on that list. However, the causes of acne need to be decided on a case-by-case basis. There are many reasons why you may suffer from acne (for example, the cause could be hormonal rather than diet related), so consult your dermatologist before making any changes to your diet or skin care.

The Relationship Between Chocolate And Acne

Now for the bad news. Although chocolate may not cause acne, at least one study shows a correlation between chocolate and the “exacerbation of acne.” This study confirms a “dose-dependent” relationship between chocolate and acne. In other words, researchers found that the more chocolate consumed, the more acne worsened. Although we need more research on the topic, the data suggest a potential link between chocolate and acne.

What Type of Diet Causes Acne? 

So if chocolate aggravates acne but doesn’t necessarily cause it, what triggers initial breakouts? As mentioned, when it comes to diet, breakouts are more likely due to the consumption of sugar found in chocolate rather than the cocoa itself. When chocolate is combined with other high-glycemic foods filled with sugar and simple carbohydrates, this overall diet may potentially provoke acne breakouts. Similarly, the American Academy of Dermatology suggests that, rather than pointing to chocolate as the culprit, trying a low-glycemic diet might help. Healthline also suggests that, to avoid breakouts, you should ” … keep an eye on added sugars and simple carbohydrates throughout the rest of the day.”

What Is A High Glycemic Diet?

For most people, overall nutrition plays a huge role in breakouts and chocolate consumption is just a small part of a “big puzzle.” High glycemic diets that are full of sugar, carbohydrates and fat — including sugary drinks, sweet treats and processed bread, cereals and pasta — can trigger increased sebum production and raise your blood sugar quickly. These reactions lead to oily skin and inflammatory responses in the body. Low-glycemic foods, on the other hand, include vegetables, steel-cut oats, some fresh fruits and beans. Findings suggest that following a low-glycemic diet may reduce the amount of acne you have.

If your dermatologist believes your acne is diet-related, they may suggest a low glycemic diet where you monitor your sugar intake and simple carbohydrate consumption. Keeping a food diary to track how food choices affect your skin can also make it easy to discover insights into your skin’s unique triggers. Everyone’s skin is different though, and before making any major dietary changes, always consult a dermatologist for their insights. 

How To Choose Chocolate that’s Best For Your Skin

Despite the link between acne and chocolate, what if you can’t resist the occasional nibble? We recommend reaching for chocolate with less refined sugar and a very short ingredient list. The best choice is an antioxidant-rich dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa, instead of milk or white chocolate which contains more sugar and additives. 

Healthline includes the following tips when choosing quality dark chocolate:

• High-quality dark chocolate lists chocolate liquor or cocoa as the first ingredient.
• Refrain from dark chocolate with sugar first on the ingredient list
• Avoid dark chocolate with milk, artificial flavorings or transfats (these can appear as hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oil) on the ingredient list
• Selecting a chocolate product marked as fair trade and organic ensures that the farmers who worked to secure the cocoa beans are being paid correctly. Plus, your beans are less likely to have been exposed to pesticides or nasty chemicals.

Have you noticed any difference in your skin after eating chocolate? Let us know in the comments below. You can also view our best sellers to see which products are right for your skin type. 

Do you have crow’s feet? These types of concerns are fine lines that appear around the eye area. If you’re looking for a way to tighten the skin around your eyes and get rid of those pesky wrinkles, we’ve got you covered. Learn how to identify crow’s feet, why you get them and how to smooth out this eye area once and for all.

What Are Crow’s Feet? | How To Prevent Crow’s Feet Naturally | 3 Eye Products | Eye Massage Demonstration

What Are Crow’s Feet?

Crow’s feet are those little lines that fan out from the corners of your eyes. According to Healthline, crow’s feet develop because of tiny muscle contractions that occur every time you pull a facial expression. As well as from smiling and squinting, we also develop crow’s feet due to reduced collagen and elastic tissue within our skin. A loss of collagen and elastin is a natural part of the aging process. 

How To Prevent Crow’s Feet Naturally

1. Wear sunscreen and stay out of the sun

Use SPF daily to block harmful UV rays that speed up the aging process. And, within reason, avoid excessive sun exposure and reduce the number of times you get sunburnt!

2. Avoid Smoking Cigarettes And Excessive Drinking

Nicotine and tobacco may speed up the loss of collagen and therefore exaggerate the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Heavy drinking can also cause your skin to become extremely dry and dehydrated, contributing to the development of wrinkles. 

3. Check If You’re Squinting

You may have a habit of squinting, particularly if you have blue eyes. This might sound like junk science, but studies have established that blue-eyed people may be more sensitive to light because there is “less pigmentation in multiple layers of the eye than those with darker eyes.” Regardless of the colour of your eyes, make sure you refrain from squinting to reduce the early development of crow’s feet. Carrying sunglasses at all times will help shade your eyes from irritating sun rays.

3 Eye Products For Crow’s Feet

Neroli Age Corrective Eye Serum

This lightweight eye serum is designed to hydrate and nourish the delicate skin around your eyes. Neroli oil is a refreshing and replenishing skin softener, while coconut milk moisturizes the skin. This serum also contains a Natural Retinol Alternative Complex, which smooths the appearance of wrinkles and crow’s feet thanks to a combination of tara tree and chicory root oligosaccharides. 

Hibiscus Ultra Lift Eye Cream

The Hibiscus Ultra Lift Eye Cream was created to combat eye puffiness, dark circles and smooth out wrinkles. This eye cream uses the Advanced Instant Lift fX eye treatment and a cooling, stainless steel rollerball applicator to lift the skin. 

Snow Mushroom Moisture Cloud Eye Cream

The Snow Mushroom Moisture Cloud Eye Cream is formulated with the hydrating snow mushroom, an ingredient that helps skin appear plump and elastic by pulling moisture into the skin. Reishi mushroom also improves hydration and is a source of antioxidants, which help reduce puffiness. Botanical peptides (from quinoa seed) help smooth out the skin and also reduce the appearance of undereye bags and puffiness.

A Six-Step Eye Massage Demonstration

In this In The Mix video, Lead Skin Care Trainer Natalie Pergar demonstrates how to massage your eyes to tighten the skin and help reduce the appearance of crow’s feet.

Step 1: Release Brow Tension

With each hand, place your thumbs under your brows, and your index fingers on the top of the brow. Give them a quick pinch with your fingers across your brows around 5 times or more. This should release tension from your eyebrows.

Step 2: Improve Circulation

To get the circulation moving, very gently pinch under your eyes. With two fingers in each hand (your thumb and index finger), pinch your eye bags from your nose moving to your cheekbones.

Step 3: Release Tension In Your Temples

Release tension in your temple area. Place any finger from each hand on both your temples. Do this until your temples feel less tense.

Step 4: Drag And Glide

Place a small amount of Snow Mushroom Moisture Cloud Eye Cream onto your fingertips. Using your fingertips, repeatedly tap under and above your eye area. Then switch up this tapping motion into a pressing motion by pressing and gliding along your fingers from your undereye to your temples. You can skim across the cheekbones to move from your undereye to your temples.

Step 5: Lift Your Brows

Lift your right brow with your left hand. Using your right hand, gently press up from under your eye to your brows. Repeat the same thing on the other side. 

Step 6: Stretch Apart Your Eyebrow and Undereye 

It’s time to stretch apart your eyebrow and undereye. Take your left hand and lift up your right brow. Take your right hand and pull down the undereye beneath, stretching your brow and undereye apart. Hold for 10 seconds. Take care to ensure that you don’t pull too hard. Repeat on the other side.

These exercises should reduce the look of crow’s feet and wrinkles. Have you developed crow’s feet? What steps are you taking to reduce their appearance? Let us know in the comments below or on social media.

If you have Clients requesting a more lifted, sculpted appearance, then a microcurrent facial may be worth considering. This innovative treatment dubbed the “non-invasive facelift” introduces low-grade electrical currents to stimulate your facial muscles. It’s like a workout for the face. The result? Defined cheekbones, lifted brows and tighter-looking skin, all with zero downtime and no physical damage to the skin. Read on to discover everything there is to know about the microcurrent facial, and why it may be a fit for your spa menu.  

What Is A Microcurrent Facial? | How Does It Work? | Benefits Of Microcurrent Facials | Aftercare 

What Is A Microcurrent Facial?

A typical microcurrent facial begins the same as a regular facial treatment, with cleansing, exfoliation, masking and other optional add-ons like LED light therapy. Before the microcurrent process starts, a water-based conductive gel is applied to the skin to help the currents reach the facial muscles and to prevent any stinging. 

Celebrity facialist Joanna Vargas, known for her transformative microcurrent facials, explains the microcurrent experience to Byrdie perfectly: “The microcurrent facial uses two handheld prongs that deliver precise dosages of energy to the skin and work simultaneously to repair and produce collagen in the dermis while gently erasing signs of aging in the epidermis, which is the top layer of skin.” 

How Exactly Does A Microcurrent Facial Work?

Although microcurrent facials may be a new service in the skin care space, doctors and physiotherapists have been using microcurrent therapy as a muscle stimulator since the 1980s for pain relief and even facial paralysis conditions, like Bell’s palsy. Once the face-lifting effects were noticed by the beauty industry, it wasn’t long before the microcurrent device was adopted as a skin care tool.

When you think of microcurrent therapy in the same way as physical fitness, the process makes perfect sense. Regular exercise and lifting weights work the muscles in the body to build strength and create a toned appearance, so why not do the same for the face? 

Microcurrent therapy helps strengthen facial muscles by stimulating the production of (ATP), formally known as adenosine triphosphate. ATP is the energy currency for our bodies, essential for many processes in our cells including muscle contraction. According to a study in Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research, the low-grade electricity emitted from microcurrent devices stimulates ATP production, which allows for muscle contraction that strengthens facial muscles over time.

Benefits Of Microcurrent Therapy 

The coolest thing about microcurrent facials is that most Clients will notice instant results, making it the perfect non-invasive skin care treatment. Microcurrent also doubles as a lymphatic drainage massage given the device hits a lot of pressure points in the face, so a more defined appearance is almost guaranteed. 

Microcurrent facials tighten and smooth the muscles and connective tissues in the face and have been shown to reduce wrinkles, mostly around the forehead area. Clients will notice enhanced facial features and a more lifted, sculpted and awakened appearance. This treatment can also improve blood circulation and may stimulate collagen production in the dermis, resulting in healthier, more plump-looking skin. 

Microcurrent therapy also offers a variety of non-cosmetic benefits, including faster wound healing, reduced pain from sinus congestion, and improved functioning of atrophied muscles, according to Medical News Today. 

What Is The Cost Of Treatment?

The beauty of microcurrent therapy is that there are both at-home and in-office options, making it attainable for more people. Different devices will have different levels of electrical currents, with in-office devices usually being much more effective. That being said, the at-home options are great for daily maintenance, as consistent microcurrent facials are key to seeing lasting results. 

The cost of treatment is best determined by spa location and the level of expertise of the technician performing the treatment. According to Medical News Today, microcurrent facials range from $200-$600 per session. At-home devices range from $180-$500 depending on the size and strength of the device.

Is Microcurrent For Everyone?

Microcurrent facials are amazing for all skin types, which makes them a great addition to any treatment menu. However, anyone with a pacemaker, metal implants, or who is pregnant should avoid this treatment. Clients with severe acne should also avoid using microcurrents, which could aggravate inflammation.

You may also want to avoid this treatment for at least two weeks after botox or fillers, as you don’t want to move anything around. After two weeks, this treatment can actually enhance botox and filler results and extend procedure results. 

Microcurrent Aftercare Tips

As microcurrent facials are a non-invasive treatment with zero downtime, the aftercare is very minimal. It’s best to be gentle with your skin after treatment and avoid any harsh scrubs or active ingredients like retinol, especially if your treatment includes exfoliation. That aside, Clients can resume all regular activities right away and no redness/irritation should be expected.  

Have you incorporated this treatment into your spa? Share your experiences with us in the comments below and join the conversation on social media. You can also find out how to become an Eminence Organics Spa Partner here.

Tatcha, in my opinion, is the perfect blend between self-care and efficacious formulas. All of their products are gorgeous to use and generally feel like you’re taking a moment for yourself, whilst making a difference to your skin. My favourite Tatcha products include the Camellia Cleansing Oil, Silk Peony Eye Cream and Indigo Overnight Repair, but like 80’s metal hairbands, I have never met a Tatcha product I didn’t like.

Vicky Tsai, founder of Tatcha, embodies the brand. Although we’ve spoken a few times, we recently met face-to-face and I literally fell in love with her, she clearly has a calming presence and is so knowledgeable about every ingredient and product. She also shares my passion of giving back and partners with Room to Read, a non-profit organisation, who help to give girls in Asia and Africa access to education. So far, Tatcha has provided over 7.5 million days of school, thanks to donations from every Tatcha purchase.

Their new holiday collections are a gorgeous gift that I would be thrilled to receive, and also a good opportunity for you to try the brand. Each of the sets give you 25% off RRP, and the sets include:

The Ritual for Smooth Skin, worth £159, yours for £120
The Camellia Cleansing Oil, 50ml
Rice Polish Classic, 60g
The Essence, 25ml
The Water Cream, 50ml

The Japanese Ritual for Radiant Skin, worth £127, yours for £95
The Camellia Cleansing Oil, 50ml
Rice Polish Classic, 15g
The Essence, 75ml
The Silk Cream, 10ml

Smooth + Clarified Trio, worth £129, yours for £97
The Texture Tonic, 150ml
The Water Cream, 50ml
The Clarifying Clay Mask, 10ml

Polish + Plump Duo, worth £40, yours for £30
The Rice Polish: Classic, 15g
The Dewy Skin Cream, 10ml

Use code XMAS20 for 20% off sitewide at Tatcha, including sets. Valid on from 00:01 on 2/12/22 – 23:59 on 11/12/22.

You can also head to tatcha.co.uk and take their Ritual Finder Quiz to find out what products would work for your skin, or you can fill out on someone else’s behalf to find out which gift set would be best for their skin.

Dark circles, wrinkles, eye bags and puffiness — all words you don’t want associated with your delicate eye area. When it comes to eye woes, there’s no need to resign yourself to living with these little issues around your eyes. We have a few skin care tips and tricks to help you keep your eye area bright and youthful looking as well as a collection of some of the best organic eye creams. These organic products are formulated to keep your eyes looking their best!

How To Brighten Dark Circles | Best Eye Creams To Fix Undereye Bags | How To Smooth The Appearance Of Eye Wrinkles | How To Reduce Puffiness | How To Even Out Skin Tone | Steps To Apply An Eye Cream

What Causes Undereye Bags, Dark Circles, Eye Wrinkles & Puffy Eyes?

Several factors contribute to the emergence of undereye bags, dark circles, wrinkles and puffiness. Though you might hear these phrases used interchangeably, each one is different to the other. Here’s a closer look at the main culprits. 

Eye Wrinkles 

They say the eyes express all the joy you’ve experienced in life. And sometimes that joy manifests itself in fine lines and wrinkles around the delicate eye area as you age. Unlike the muscles in the rest of the body (which are connected to our bones), facial muscles are attached to our skin tissue. When we smile or frown, the muscles beneath the skin contract and expand, causing temporary creases and expression lines. These wrinkles can appear as crow’s feet around the eye area. To learn more about crow’s feet, watch this In The Mix video where Lead Skin Care Trainer Natalie Pergar demonstrates how to massage your eyes. This technique tightens the skin which will help reduce the appearance of crow’s feet.

Undereye Bags

Eminence Organics International Educator Brian Goodwin tells us: “Undereye bags are a loss of tightness and tone in the tissue underneath the eyes, created by multiple causes, which forms a perceived tired or fatigued look.” Typical signs and symptoms of undereye bags are mild swelling, droopiness and saggy or loose skin. As you age, the tissues and muscles that support your eyelids naturally begin to weaken. The skin loses collagen and elastin and when this occurs, the skin around your eye area begins to slacken and sag. The loss of skin elasticity allows the fat that is normally confined to the space around your eye area to shift and slide into the lower eyelids. This causes droopy-looking eyelids where you see the skin sag towards the eyes, causing you to look less alert and more tired.

Puffiness

Puffy eyes are the result of temporary swelling that is typically caused by fluid accumulation. When fluid collects and pools around your eyes and the surrounding tissue, it can cause unsightly swelling and puffiness. Sometimes, a puffy eye area just comes down to the natural aging process. As you age, the tissue around your delicate eye area starts to weaken. The skin becomes less elastic due to collagen loss and can start to sag, leading to more prominent eye bags and a droopier appearance. With time, the tissue and muscles surrounding the eyes also weaken, adding to swelling and puffiness.

Twin villains salt and alcohol are major culprits of swollen and puffy eyes. You may love your salt-rimmed margarita cocktails, but too many and you’ll begin to see the effects. Excess sodium and alcohol levels can cause your body and skin to become dehydrated. When this happens, your skin and other organs scramble to hang onto as much water as possible. The result is puffiness and bloating all over, particularly under the eyes.

The other causes of puffy eyes? Seasonal allergies or insufficient shut-eye. When you come into contact with allergens such as pollen, dander or dust mites, your body goes into defense mode, creating puffiness around the sensitive eye area. When you skimp on sleep, the blood vessels under your eyes become dilated, leading to swelling and puffiness. 

Dark Circles

Dark circles are caused by genetics, your age or lack of sleep. Dark circles appear because the skin has become thinner under the eyes which makes blood vessels appear more visible. As Healthline explains, not getting enough sleep or experiencing extreme fatigue can cause dark circles to form under your eyes.

If you struggle with any of these pesky eye concerns, it may be helpful to consider reducing stress and allergen exposure or prioritizing sleep. But if you can’t make these changes, don’t worry, you can minimize their appearance with smart skin care solutions.

Uneven Skin Tone

Uneven skin tone around the eye area can refer to skin discoloration or changes in your skin texture such as dry patches or blotchiness. The affected skin stands out as it may have dark patterns or markings of different coloring from the rest of the skin.

Some skin care products can improve the look of uneven skin, revealing a bright and more even-looking complexion. Ingredients such as bearberry extract, an antioxidant that brightens the appearance of an uneven skin tone. 

How To Brighten Dark Circles 

Eminence Organics Director of Product Development Colette Lieberman recommends the Wild Plum Eye Cream for dark circles. It includes Vitamin K to help reduce the appearance of dark undereye circles and broken capillaries and reduces the look of redness. 

Best Organic Eye Creams To Fix Undereye Bags 

Since the delicate skin around the eye area grows less elastic with age, and leads to more prominent eye bags, targeted treatment is needed to fix this undereye issue. Our Snow Mushroom Moisture Cloud Eye Cream provides powerful botanical peptides. This formula diminishes the look of undereye bags to reveal a refreshed appearance. 

How To Smooth The Appearance Of Eye Wrinkles 

Fine lines and wrinkles are an inevitable part of the aging process. At Eminence Organics, we strive to help you age gracefully and naturally. To tackle pesky crow’s feet, we recommend layering Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream with Hibiscus Instant Line Filler. Our Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream employs naturally derived plant peptides, innovative algae extracts and Smart Collagen+ Complex to visibly lift and plump the eye area. It also contains botanical hyaluronic acid to smooth, plump and maintain long-lasting hydration. The Hibiscus Instant Line Filler smooths the skin tone and look of fine lines and wrinkles. With an innovative curved tip applicator, this Advanced Instant Lift fX treatment consists of botanical peptides from marine flowers to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

How To Reduce Puffiness

For particularly puffy days, try a cool compress. Experts swear by the de-puffing power of chilled, moist green tea bags. Lead Skin Care Trainer Natalie Pergar has an additional trick up her sleeve: spoons (yes, spoons). Follow these steps to chill out your eye area:

• Pop a pair of spoons in your fridge overnight
• In the morning, press the cool spoons around your eye area for 30-second intervals 
• Work from the outside in to boost lymphatic drainage

Finally, apply an eye cream with natural ingredients that reduce puffiness, bring down inflammation and promote circulation. We recommend applying the Snow Mushroom Moisture Cloud Eye Cream. This cream contains reishi mushroom, a powerful source of antioxidants which helps reduce the look of puffiness. The formula also contains botanical peptides from quinoa seed to help de-puff the under eye area.

You can also use the Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream since this ultra-rich eye cream not only helps with wrinkles but also improves the look of puffiness and dark circles. In addition, tackle tired-looking eyes instantly with the Hibiscus Ultra Lift Eye Cream. This eye cream is enriched with caffeine, hibiscus and an ice wine active to visibly de-puff eyes. It features a cooling stainless steel rollerball applicator that assists in minimizing the appearance of swelling.

How To Even Out Skin Tone

Eminence Organics’ Bearberry Eye Repair Cream is a brightening eye cream designed to rejuvenate the delicate undereye area. Containing ingredients like meadow eyebright, hop and bearberry extract, it brightens the appearance of an uneven skin tone and hydrates the eye area to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This eye cream is even made from Biodynamic® ingredients from Demeter International Certified Biodynamic® farms, resulting in the purest and most potent ingredients. 

Steps To Apply An Eye Cream

Now that you’ve chosen your eye cream, it’s time to apply it properly. Follow these easy steps to add an eye cream to your skin care routine:

1. Take a pea-sized amount (this is ample coverage for both eyes)
2. Warm on back of hand
3. Use your ring finger (it has the least amount of pressure) 
4. Tap around eye bone area

Bonus Tips For A More Youthful-Looking Eye Area

Cut Back On Salty Foods

Salty foods could be the root cause of your undereye bags. If your eye bags are particularly puffy, it may be time to avoid pre-packaged, processed foods that are high in sodium and load up on whole foods like fresh fruits and veggies.

Apply SPF Around Your Eyes

An uneven skin tone can be caused by too much sun exposure or smoking. Sometimes a lack of hydration and severe winter weather can create dry patches around the eyes. Some changes like applying an SPF daily to your complexion and wearing sunglasses can protect your skin from the sun.

Facial Massage 

Facial massage is an easy and effective way to improve circulation and activate a sluggish lymphatic system. Lymphatic drainage is a massage technique that targets the lymph nodes to encourage the movement of fluid throughout the body. This, in turn, helps to reduce swelling and de-puff areas where lymph fluid has accumulated, like under your eyes. Follow these steps to perform a spa-level facial massage at home.

Stay Elevated While You Sleep

Another out-of-the-box trick to reduce undereye bags is to keep your head lifted while you’re sleeping. Gravity can cause excess fluid to pool under your eyes, causing them to droop and sag. Try to sleep on your back and prop your head up with an extra pillow to keep it elevated. You can even purchase a special wedge pillow for additional comfort.

Looking for more skin care tips to tackle undereye issues like eye bags, dark circles and puffiness? Visit your favorite Eminence Organics Spa Partner for tailored advice from a licensed esthetician.

This article was originally written in October 2021.

We’ve been lucky to attract celebrity fans around the world who share their love for Eminence Organic Skin Care. These fans have discovered our products either on their own, via an esthetician or through the on-set makeup artist for their latest TV show or movie. Recently, Never Have I Ever actress Maitreyi Ramakrishnan expressed her love for Eminence products, as did Firefly Lane actors Katherine Heigl and Beau Garrett. Other fans include The White Lotus stars Haley Lu Richardson and Adam DiMarco, who shared praises for their favorite Eminence Organics products. Keep reading to find out which products they love. 

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan

Netflix’s Never Have I Ever is coming up to its third season after extreme success and two seasons of teen heartbreak and adventures. This coming-of-age drama focuses on an Indian-American teenager who wants to improve her high school social status. The lead character, portrayed by Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, faces the hazards of teen life including awkwardness, romantic entanglements and family tensions.

We were excited when Maitreyi Ramakrishnan shared her skin care routine with Vogue, revealing that she pairs the Stone Crop Cleansing Oil and Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser together for “efficiency sake,” and follows up with the Stone Crop Hydrating Mist.

The Stone Crop Cleansing Oil contains stone crop, a hydrating and moisturizing ingredient that revitalizes the look of the skin. This formula also has a Detoxifying Microgreens Complex, a blend of microgreens that protects against the drying effects of environmental stressors and reduces the signs of aging.

The Clear Skin Probiotic Cleanser is ideal for break-out prone skin. This formula contains a Biocomplex2™, a  booster of antioxidants that restores the look of radiance and vitality, as well as a cucumber juice that tones and shrinks the appearance of pores. This cleanser moisturizes and nourishes the skin with yogurt and sweet almond milk. 

If you’re dealing with an uneven skin tone, the Stone Crop Hydrating Mist is ideal. This mist contains hydrating and healing stone crop plus lavender, which makes the skin appear calmer and more restored. 

Haley Lu Richardson And Adam Di Marco

The White Lotus is an HBO hit that’s also topping the charts. This satire follows the lives of hotel employees as well as guests vacationing at the exclusive White Lotus resort and hotel. The show follows many different plot lines simultaneously, from a hotel manager to the life of a young assistant brought along to the resort. 

The young assistant is played by actress Haley Lu Richardson, who became a fan of Eminence after being introduced to the products at a local spa. Richardson shared that after experiencing Eminence products in her routine, her skin became “… so much happier and healthier!” The 27-year-old recently spoke to Vogue, walking them through her skin care and makeup routine. You can view the videos below. 

The White Lotus actor Adam DiMarco plays a Stanford graduate on a family trip in the drama. A fan of our Coconut Age Corrective Moisturizer, he says, “I was introduced to the Eminence Organics Coconut Age Corrective Moisturizer on set and it’s been the best product ever for my skin! Not only does my skin feel smooth and stay clear, the compliments haven’t stopped since I started using it.” This moisturizer is formulated with coconut oil, a nourishing ingredient rich in antioxidants that moisturizes the skin. It also contains coconut water which provides hydration to the skin. 

Katherine Heigl And Beau Garretts

Netflix hit Firefly Lane is another popular drama that features actors who are Eminence fans. The drama explores the lives of two women and their friendship over the span of their lives, from 1970s to their adulthood in the early 2000s.

Firefly Lane actress Beau Garrett received an Eminence Organics facial, after which she said: “Thank you so much for treating me like a queen!” Her co-star, Emmy award-winning actress Katherine Heigl, has been a loyal Eminence fan for many years: “I can’t get enough of the skin care line. I take them on the plane and give myself a facial …” 

Heigl first came across Eminence Organic Skin Care when visiting a day spa in Utah. She was so pleased with her skin care results that her manager contacted us after the treatment, and our company president, Boldijarre Koronczay, traveled to Katherine’s home to provide a facial and personal skin care consultation.

Do any of these celeb faves pique your interest? Let us know if you’re using any of these products in the comments below or on social media.