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11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

We wish you a beautiful holiday filled with peace and gratitude. May this special day be spent truly enjoying the laughter, love, and wonderful company of your family and friends.

May you have a truly wonderful and peaceful holiday.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/25/2025

We often talk about external treatments, but this Thanksgiving week, let's appreciate the power of inner peace.

Gratitude shows—in your eyes, your smile, and yes, even the radiance of your skin.

When you consciously slow down enough to appreciate what you have, your entire being reflects it. Stress, tension, and hurried thoughts can dull your natural glow. A grateful heart, however, encourages relaxation, improves circulation, and truly lights you up from the inside out.

Today, let thankfulness be your best beauty secret.

Prioritize moments of appreciation and watch your inner light shine!

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/24/2025

The secret to happy skin: Gentle cleansing is key!

I want you to forget that idea of "squeaky clean." Honestly, when your skin feels that tight after washing, it's usually a sign that your cleanser has stripped away those vital, healthy oils that protect you.

That stripped feeling means your natural barrier is compromised, leaving you vulnerable to dryness, irritation, and redness.

To keep your skin happy, especially as the season changes, you should be making a switch! Try a non-foaming, pH-balanced, fragrance-free cleanser. It's all about treating your face with TLC.

Also, remember two easy rules: use lukewarm water (never hot!) and always gently blot your face dry with a soft towel—no vigorous rubbing necessary!

A little gentleness goes a long way toward keeping your skin calm and comfortable all season.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/23/2025

Skin Ritual Sundays: The Power of Skin Renewal

Since November is month, we are challenging you to re-evaluate one of the most crucial steps for a healthy, glowing complexion as part of your Sunday Self-Care ritual: Exfoliation.

As the seasons change, dead skin cells can build up, leaving your skin looking dull, preventing your serums from penetrating effectively, and sometimes even leading to breakouts.

The Gentle Renewal Ritual

This simple ritual focuses on gentle renewal and barrier protection:

🌿 Exfoliation: Choose a mild chemical exfoliant (like one containing AHAs or BHAs) or a very fine, non-irritating scrub. Use it just once this week to gently lift away surface debris. Remember: Over-exfoliation weakens your skin barrier!

🌿 Vitamin C Boost: After cleansing and toning, apply a Vitamin C serum. Vitamin C is essential for repairing daytime damage, fighting free radicals, and boosting collagen production—giving you that healthy, youthful radiance.

🌿 Don't Forget SPF! Even in November, and even if you're staying mostly indoors, sun protection is non-negotiable. Sunlight is the number one cause of skin aging. Finish your routine with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Celebrate healthy skin this month by committing to a routine that promotes both renewal and protection. Giving your skin a little extra attention now pays off beautifully all year long!

Dr. Valerie đź’ś

11/20/2025

We might be rapidly heading into winter, but don't retire your SPF! UV rays are present every day.

It's tempting to think you can slack off on sunscreen now that the days are shorter or cloudier. But UV radiation never takes a holiday! Specifically, those pesky UVA rays, the ones responsible for aging, can sneak right through windows and clouds.

That's why applying a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every single morning has to be the final, non-negotiable step in your routine. It is the single most powerful anti-aging tool you own, and it's essential for your skin health. Put it on first thing, every day!

So, if you only do one thing for your skin today, make it your SPF.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/13/2025

It’s that time of the year, and even if the temperature hasn't drastically dropped here in New Smyrna Beach, a subtle shift in humidity or the start of indoor heating can leave your skin feeling tight and totally parched. It's a clear signal that your skin needs extra help to hold onto moisture! It's time to put away those super lightweight summer lotions.

This month, I really encourage you to choose a product that offers more deeply nourishing hydration. And here’s a crucial tip: make sure to prioritize your nighttime skin care routine, since that's when your skin is naturally in maximum repair mode and can absorb the most benefit. Giving your skin consistent, deep hydration is the key right now.

Make this simple switch now, and you can maintain comfortable, healthy skin right through the cooler months.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/13/2025

Kindness to others often lives in the smallest gestures:
A patient ear when someone’s overwhelmed.
A pause before reacting.
A gentle word when someone’s feeling unseen—even in a crowded room.

On , remember: your presence can be a quiet comfort. Not because you fix anything—but because you show up, softly and without agenda.

Sometimes, the most healing thing we offer isn’t a solution… it’s stillness.
And that stillness? It counts when you turn it toward yourself, too.
However you’re feeling today—remember you need to show that same kindness to yourself too.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/11/2025

Today, our hearts are overwhelmingly full of gratitude.

We're thinking of the brave individuals who have served our nation with unparalleled dedication.

Your commitment to protecting our homes, our values, and our way of life is the highest form of service imaginable. It is a privilege to live in the safety and freedom you have secured for us.

Thank you to all veterans for your immense sacrifice and for the peace of mind you have given to every American.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/09/2025

Skin Ritual Sundays: Body Care Counts

We always take extra time for our face care, but this Sunday, let's remember that the skin on your body deserves just as much dedicated love and attention. Let's turn simple body care into a grounding, relaxing ritual that nourishes you from the outside in.

Consistent body care isn't just about looking good—it's about feeling good and feeling protected. It instantly improves your skin's texture and hydration, boosts your confidence, and is absolutely essential, especially as we move into drier months or recover from summer sun exposure.

Follow this simple ritual

Make your shower or bath a sacred moment with this two-step practice:

🌿 Awaken Your Skin: Before you get wet, grab a dry brush or your favorite body scrub. Gently exfoliate your entire body. This invigorating step helps boost circulation and sweeps away dull skin cells, instantly revealing a fresh glow.

🌿 Lock in the Love: As soon as you step out of the bath or shower, while your skin is still wonderfully damp, liberally apply a rich, nourishing body cream or oil. Applying it when damp locks in that water, giving you lasting, deep hydration.

Your skin is your largest organ, and it works hard to protect you. Take these few extra minutes today to nourish it.

This is your time to slow down, to nourish, and to feel the simple, profound joy of soft skin and a strong, loving ritual.

Dr. Valerie đź’ś

11/06/2025

Listen Up: Your skin is talking!

It’s and our annual reminder to shift our perspective: your skin is so much more than just a surface layer.

It's a hardworking organ, a vital protector, and a key indicator of what's happening internally. If you notice persistent dryness, sudden sensitivity, or dullness, that's your skin sending a signal that it needs attention and care.

Don't dismiss those quiet cues! Use November as your motivation to reassess your routine, introduce more kindness to your cleansing habits, and give your skin the hydration and attention it truly deserves. Prioritize your skin health, head to toe!

How will you be celebrating your skin this month?

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/05/2025

It’s and here’s a reminder that stress doesn’t just live in your mind—it shows up on your skin.

Your skin is deeply connected to your nervous system. When stress spikes, cortisol rises—triggering inflammation, oil production, and immune responses that can worsen conditions like acne, eczema, rosacea, and psoriasis.

That flare-up? It might not be your skincare—it might be your stress load.

A few gentle ways to support your skin when stress is high:

🌿 Prioritize consistent sleep—even one extra hour can lower inflammation
🌿 Keep your routine simple: avoid over-cleansing or trying too many new products at once
🌿 Stay hydrated and nourish your body with anti-inflammatory foods (think leafy greens, berries, omega-3s)
🌿 Try a 2-minute breathing reset: inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 6—repeat 3x

Your skin reflects your inner world. Sometimes, the best thing you can do for it is to care of you.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

11/02/2025

Today, we gain an hour. In a world that glorifies “more”—more work, more screens, more speed—this pause is a gift.

Consider using it to support your skin and your nervous system:
• A mindful evening cleanse (no rushing!)
• 30 minutes of screen-free wind-down before bed
• Or light a candle, dim the lights, and give yourself a moment to just breathe

Healthy skin starts with a calm mind. Give yourself permission to slow down today.

After all—you can’t pour from an empty cup, even if it’s just an hour fuller.

Dr. Valerie đź’›

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