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    Amy Michaels Koberling
    I’ll scream it from the rooftops!! Don’t waste I’ll scream it from the rooftops!! Don’t waste your money on treating hyperpigmentation with skin care or procedures until you’ve got the basics down! This is the simplest, most affordable step you can take! Hyperpigmentation will not improve without proper DAILY UV protection! 1. Find an SPF of at least 30 that you love so you’re more likely to apply it every single day. 2. Choose tinted if you’re struggling with hyperpigmentation as the iron oxides provide visible light protection which has been shown to worsen hyperpigmentation. 3. Apply enough! I encourage everyone to measure out 1/2 teaspoon to get a feel for how much they need to apply every day. This is by far the biggest issue I see with my patients in clinic who aren’t improving as quickly as I would like. 4. Reapply! …If you’re outside, every 2 hours. If you’re inside all day and not leaving, my personal opinion is that one GOOD, full application in the morning will suffice for most. 5. Be patient. Hyperpigmentation is tricky and affects millions. It takes a lot of patience and some types are not “curable”. Finding what works best for your skin management is key! . . . . . #sunscreenalways #sunscreenfirst #sunscreeneveryday #skintips #skincaretips #skincarecommunity #skincarememes #skinmemes #skincareinfluencer #skinfluencer #skinthusiast #skincareproductsthatwork #bestskincare #skinsecrets #skincaresecrets @eltamdskincare @pcaskin @drdennisgross @obagimedical @larocheposayusa @colorescience #skinstore #exclusivebeautyclub
    When should you start a Retinoid? It was a dream When should you start a Retinoid? It was a dream to partner with @glossier to share my knowledge on retinoids and the best time to start them! #glossierpartner The benefits of retinoids range from smoother skin texture, less blemishes, more even skin tone, reduced appearance of pores, fines lines and wrinkles and an overall more radiant complexion. Retinoids help to speed up cellular turnover making them ideal for many skin concerns. You would be hard pressed to find a skin expert that doesn’t use a retinoid. That being said it’s never too late and usually not too early to get started. I recommend starting a retinoid in your 20s if you can. Starting at this age will really help to prevent many of the signs of aging we all know like wrinkles and brown spots and can help with any blemishes you might be experiencing. If you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s and beyond you definitely want to get started right away! Retinoids also help reverse signs of aging and skin damage from sun or harsh products that have already started to pop up! If you’re experiencing dull skin, fine lines, blemishes, uneven skin tone or texture, then now is the best time to get on board with retinoids! . . . . . . #retinoids #retinoid #retinoltips #retinol #antiagingskincare #antiaging #finelines #brownspots #melasma #wrinklefree #getthatglow #glowup #glowingskin #unevenskintone #unevenskin #proaging #skintips #skincaretips #skincaretips101 #skincare101 #skin101 #skinfluencer
    Just shared my SHOWER routine when I’m feeling s Just shared my SHOWER routine when I’m feeling super extra… find it on my stories and saved to my “product” highlight! Products featured: @olaplex no 3 @drunkelephant scalp scrub and body scrub @verbproducts ghost shampoo/conditioner . . . . . #favoriteproducts #scalpscrub #bodyscrub #scrub #hairmask #hairtreatment #drunkelephant #olaplex #verbproducts #shampooandconditioner #hairtips #hairtips101 #hairproducts #showerproducts #showerroutine #sephorahaul #glowingskin #smoothskin
    Scarring is difficult to treat even with in-office Scarring is difficult to treat even with in-office procedures and can often be permanent. PLEASE if your acne is scarring see your derm provider ASAP for proper acne management! This isn’t to say that OTC treatment products have zero role here, but it’s unlikely that moderate to severe, scarring acne will resolve with OTC measures. Your acne can be successfully managed with the right prescription regimen and these scars can be prevented. 👏🏼 Also keep in mind we HAVE to treat the acne before treating the scars. There is no point in chasing scarring when you’re still actively breaking out and creating new ones! . . . . . . #acne #skincarememes #acnescarring #acnetreatment #acnescars #acnescarsremoval #acnescarstreatment #acneremoval
    Can’t believe it’s already been 4 years since Can’t believe it’s already been 4 years since our little backyard wedding… Happy Anniversary @j_kobe 💕 This year will be one for the books… 📚
    One of my earliest skin care memories is of my mom One of my earliest skin care memories is of my mom applying Vaseline Jelly to my dry skin. Thank you @vaselinebrand for sponsoring this post! Skin care can be incredibly nostalgic for me and I guess you could say that Vaseline was the first skin care brand I ever used! As I’ve grown older my needs have changed and when #MySkinSpeaks, it's saying it's in need of daily moisture. We know that in order to have an efficacious moisturizer we need emollients, humectants AND occlusives. That’s why I love that the Vaseline Body Lotions contain drops of good-old-fashioned Vaseline Jelly! This makes for the most luxurious experience while leaving my skin moisturized and hydrated. A plus? I feel like I’m right back in my mom’s bathroom giggling and playing with her skin care… Is skin care nostalgic for you? I’d love to hear your story for a chance to win some goodies! Head to my IG stories for more on the #MySkinSpeaks Vaseline giveaway! Share your own skin story in the comments using #MySkinSpeaks, tag two friends and follow @VaselineBrand for a chance to win Vaseline goodies. Good luck! #VaselinePartner . . . . . #dryskin #bodycare #bodyroutine #bodylotion #flakyskin #dryskincare #dryskincareroutine #dryskinrelief #itchyskin #skinfluencer #skincareinfluencer #skincaretips #skintips #skincarecommunity
    Sunday Thoughts… 💭 Each week I add words tha Sunday Thoughts… 💭 Each week I add words that inspire me to my “thoughts” board on Pinterest. Whenever I’m in need of some support or motivation I turn to it and remind myself of what I really think of me… 💪🏽 . . . . . #thoughts #motivationalthoughts #inspiredquotes #skinspiration #skinblogger #skincareblogger #wordsofaffirmation #lawofattraction #wordsoftheday #wordsofencouragement #beautybloggers #beautycommunity #skincarecommunity #bloggingforbeginners #newblogger #blogging101 #bloggingtips
    I hear time and time again… “I can’t use ret I hear time and time again… “I can’t use retinol”… I would say that most of the time this isn’t true… *most* If you’ve tried retinoids in the past and were left with irritated, angry skin. Try a different method before giving up entirely. 1. Start low and go slow. There is no need to jump straight to high potency MOST of the time. Start SLOW every 3rd night for 3 weeks and work your way up over time. For some I even recommend starting once a week in the beginning! 2. Apply after your moisturizer. This allows a bit of a buffer. You can also use the “sandwich method”: moisturizer, Retinoid, moisturizer. 3. Make sure the rest of your regimen is supportive of your retinoid dreams 😂 AKA drop the rest of the actives for a bit while you’re getting acclimated. Have you tried a retinoid but have been unsuccessful? It’s certainly a journey! Head to my stories where I posted even more retinoid tips! Save and send this to a friend who needs help in the Retinoid department! . . . . . #retinol #retinolskincare #retinolserum #retinoltips #skintips #skintips101 #retinoids #antiagingskincare #skincarememe #skincarecommunity #skincarequotes #skincaregram #skincaregraphic #skintipoftheday #pmroutine #getglowingskin #getglowing #getthatglow #glowingskin
    I was so obsessed with my robe and towels from the I was so obsessed with my robe and towels from the @parachutehome sale a couple of months ago I had to snag this new plush robe and these waffle towels… seriously feels like I’m at the spa… linked everything in stories! #myparachutehome . . . . . #spaday #athomespa #lifestylebloggers #miamiblogger #minimalhome #minimalhomedecor #parachutehome #cozyrobe #robe #bbloggers #skinbloggers #getreadywithme #waffletowel #homefinds #miamiblogger #miamiinfluencer
    Say it with me SPOT TREATMENT IS NOT ACNE TREATMEN Say it with me SPOT TREATMENT IS NOT ACNE TREATMENT! I am often flooded with DMs asking for the best spot treatment. And while I’m all for applying a little BPO to a pimple, really this is not the way to treat acne! Treating acne starts with what you do every single day to get ahead of the acne process. This is why it takes 6-8 weeks for an acne regimen to work. For mild acne that isn’t leaving scars, you can try at-home treatments for a couple of months. These include salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide washes and retinoids like adapalene. If your acne is leaving behind scars or isn’t responding to OTC treatments, it’s time to make an appointment with your Derm provider! Scarring is much more difficult to treat so acne should be aggressively managed at the first sign of scarring to prevent more! . . . . . #acnetreatment #acneroutine #acneregimen #acne #skintips #skinmemes #skincaretips #skincarememes #skincaregraphic #acnetips #acnescars #acnepositivity #benzoylperoxide #salicylicacid #adapalene #skincarecommunity #acnecommunity
    When I was younger I used to chase that “healthy When I was younger I used to chase that “healthy glow” from the sun but there was absolutely nothing healthy about it. Thank you @eltamdskincare for sponsoring this post! What gave me a temporary tan also put me at greater risk of skin cancer, including deadly melanoma, and increased sun damage that started to surface in my early twenties! UV damage (even the cumulative exposure we get from walking to our cars or checking the mail) can lead to brown spots, loss of elasticity and collagen, uneven skin tone and texture, and deeper wrinkles! Now I know better and my skin has never been healthier or MORE glowing. So, how do I achieve a glowing complexion? I use sunscreen DAILY! no exceptions!! Rain or shine, inside or outside I have tinted SPF on my face. The one I’ve been loving lately is this EltaMD UV Glow. 100% mineral, this daily sunscreen works to protect my skin keeping it youthful looking while Niacinamide and antioxidants work to help improve the appearance of any previous damage. The Mica in the formulation creates the most beautiful luminous glow and this new EltaMD sunscreen quickly took it’s rightful place in my regimen! The non-tinted is great for those who don’t like a tint but if you’re like me and suffer from hyperpigmentation I recommend the tinted version for additional visible light protection! Swipe to see my unedited, unfiltered before and after! You can see how just with EltaMD UV Glow I was able to blur imperfections, cover any redness and increase that glow! You can shop these products at authorized online retailers like skinstore.com! . . . . . #glowingskin #tintedsunscreen #bestsunscreen #mineralsunscreen #getthatglow #glowup #mica #glowingskincare #glowingskintips #skintip #skintips #healthyskintips #healthyskincare #hyperpigmentation #melasma #melasmatreatment
    Someone texts “happy hour?” And I abandon my m Someone texts “happy hour?” And I abandon my manicure and call Uber stat. Thankfully the Olive & June mani is literally the easiest and I’ll probably still get awesome wear even though I skipped the last steps! Linked my outfit in @shop.ltk app! Swipe to see the most amazing summer blouse I got for 60% off! White is sold out but I also got the “brilliant sunset”! #maniinsta #maniinspo #oliveandjune #summermani
    Are you buying all the “right” skin care and s Are you buying all the “right” skin care and still struggling with your skin? The answer might be to take a step back. We live in a world where we are constantly bombarded with new products and new information. Often the key to BEGINNING the process of treating and healing the skin starts with taking a step back. If you’re experiencing redness, itching, dryness, irritation, acne, rosacea, excess oil production, etc. I recommend drastically dialing back on your routine to the following: Gentle cleanser- creamy/milky for dry skin. Oily skin can tolerate gel/foaming. Gentle moisturizer- dry skin look for lotion/creams. oily skin look for gel creams or oil free lotions. SPF daily- if irritated you can switch to mineral sunscreen After a few weeks of this, when your skin is no longer feeling acutely inflamed or irritated you can then start targeting your skin concerns! Note if you’re dealing with moderate to severe acne, rosacea, etc it’s best to see a Derm provider right away and avoid wasting time with the wrong skincare! Save this post and share it with your friends who might be dealing with this issue of skin care overconsumption 😂 . . . . . #skincaretips #skintips #skincareblogger #skinfluencer #dryskin #oilyskin #acnetips #rosaceatips #skinstasquad #skinstagram #skinthusiast #dermatology #dermpa #skincareroutine #skinthusiasts #glowingskin #skincarememes #skinmemes
    My Everyday Curls Tutorial. An updated “Everyday My Everyday Curls Tutorial. An updated “Everyday Curls” tutorial… I personally prefer my curls after they’ve fallen in a couple of hours. My hair is super straight and for years was never able to hold a curl. I’ve finally found a routine and products that work for me! Mentions: (all products linked in bio under Shop My Favorites) @verbproducts Ghost Shampoo + Conditioner @tangleteezer Brush @gisou Heat Protectant @ghdhair curling iron @theouai Texturizing Hair Spray @livingproofinc Dry Shampoo (holy grail!!)
    Just a reminder that expert opinion isn’t necess Just a reminder that expert opinion isn’t necessary if you’re loving your routine! As long as you’re protecting your skin, have no irritation and are happy with your results... my opinion of a product is irrelevant! But as always I’m happy to share my thoughts! Which products do you want to know more about? Drop them below! ⬇️ . . . . . #dermpa #dermatology #skintips #skincaretips #skinfluencer #skincareinfluencer #skinexpert #skinexperts #beautybloggers #bbloggers #skincareroutine #glowup #getthatglow #skincareproducts
    Packing for a quick trip with family means I get t Packing for a quick trip with family means I get to keep the beauty bag super simple! Essentials: Light coverage foundation Tinted Lip Balms that can double as cheek and eye color Setting & bronzing powder (bc humidity 😅) Mascara Eyelash curler & packing my new (to me) tanning drops to give them a try bc you all know I’ll be covered in SPF! . . . . . #minimalbeauty #minimalmakeup #everydaymakeup #iliabeauty #rmsbeauty #cosmeticbag #cosmeticcase #vanitytable #vanityroom #beautybloggers #bbloggers #beautyblogs #skinfluencer #skincareinfluencer
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