Sweaty Betty
Sweat doesn’t cause acne, however if you are prone to acne or occasional break outs, sweat will aggravate your skin and may make it...
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Jun 27, 20161 min read
Regimen is Everything
80% of having clear skin is what you do at home. At Corrective Skincare, a major part of my role as a Para-Medical Esthetician is to...
Jun 20, 20162 min read
Hyaluronic Acid- the Secret Ingredient to Youthful-looking Skin
When it comes to skincare, Hyaluronic Acid is an essential ingredient in the fight against aging! It plays a vital role in maintaining...
Jun 3, 20162 min read
Teenage Acne Sucks!
Acne is by far the most common skin complaint among teenagers and can really effect self confidence. Being a teenager is tough enough...
May 1, 20161 min read
Ice, Ice Baby!
ICE FOR ACNE??? REALLY??? YES! Absolutely, Ice is great for your skin and can be beneficial for all skin types, especially those who...
Sep 4, 20152 min read
The Importance of Sunscreen
Sunscreen, sunblock or “SPF” which stands for Sun Protection Factor can come in a lotion, spray, or gel and is used to absorb or reflect...
Jul 23, 20152 min read
How Long Will It Take To Clear My Acne?
This is a question that I am asked in almost every treatment and the truth is: I don’t know. I imagine this is a shocking response....
Jul 20, 20152 min read
To Steam or not to Steam
When I was in middle school the science teacher told us that you should shower with hot water to open your skin’s pores and when you’re...
Jul 13, 20152 min read
Professional Products vs. Store Bought Products
Before I became an esthetician, I tried every store brand product out there because I was on a budget and I couldn’t afford the expensive...
Jun 24, 20152 min read
What Exactly Is Benzoyl Peroxide?
Benzoyl Peroxide is a topical medication that is used to treat acne. It is available over the counter and by prescription ranging from...
Jun 15, 20152 min read
The 3 P's.
Suzanne Tarakjian at our Encino location has a saying that I just LOVE & I need to share! When it comes to acne treatment it’s important...
Jun 4, 20153 min read
The OCM-Oil Cleansing Method
The OCM (Oil Cleansing Method) has become popular among pinterest users and naturalists recently because science says that “like...
May 20, 20152 min read
It's Wedding Season! Clear Skin Fast!
The Bride is the center of attention on one of the biggest days of her life. Be sure to have picture-perfect skin with this 8 week...
May 18, 20151 min read
Anti-Aging. I'm Calling Bulls**t.
Anti-Aging…NO. Prevention of Premature Aging…YES. Society has put this pressure on us to look and act a certain way but if you aren’t...
Apr 30, 20151 min read
Do I Need a Toner?
Toners seem to be a product almost every estheticians will recommend for your daily skincare regime. But what’s the purpose of a toner?...
Mar 26, 20151 min read
Why You Should Ice Your Skin
Icing your skin is the most amazing thing you can do and IT’S FREE! We recommend taking an ice cube or one of our ice cups (retail for...
Mar 21, 20152 min read
What Do Acids Really Do?
While working in the skin care industry I’ve come across many different people with all skin types looking to achieve the same result:...
Mar 9, 20152 min read
A Secret-Service Menu at Corrective Skincare
Just like In-N-Out has their secret menu, Corrective Skincare does too! Although back facials are not on our treatment list, it is a...
Mar 3, 20154 min read
Anti-Aging Tips
When it comes to “Anti-Aging”, age is just a number! Whether you are in your 20’s and looking to prevent the signs of aging or in your...
Feb 27, 20152 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Discoloration
“What is this dark spot on my face?” Discoloration has many different names from dark spots, age spots, melasma, pregnancy mask, to...
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