Daphna Roytblat 
In the space between our cells lies an intricate network, called the Extracellular Matrix (ECM). No, Keanu Reeves won’t be found inside this matrix, but several important functions can be found here! This blog post will break down what the ECM does, how it functions in the aging process, and how skin treatments can directly … Read more
The SMAS, or the Superficial muscular aponeurotic system, is not only a tongue twister, but an organized fibrous network in our face. This system is a connector between the facial muscles and the dermis. It allows us to move our faces and controls facial expressions. Additionally, it acts as a support structure for the face … Read more
The innermost layer of the skin is called the hypodermis. This layer is also known as the subcutaneous layer or the fatty layer. This blog post will break down the importance of this third layer of the skin. It will discuss why we should understand the structure and function of our skin in order to … Read more
The dermis is one of the three primary layers of the skin; between the epidermis and the hypodermis. This is the thickest layer, and has so many incredible bodily functions that keep us healthy. So, why is it important to really break down the layers of the skin and understand their functions? Because in order … Read more
An Overview Our skin has 3 primary layers: the epidermis, the dermis, and the hypodermis. Each layer, connected by elastin and collagen, has more layers within them– giving them different functions to maintain the health of the skin. In order to understand how various skin ailments can be treated, understanding the functionality of each layer … Read more
If you’ve ever browsed the shelves of your local beauty store, you have probably seen the world elastin slapped across multiple product labels. As the name suggests, elastin is a very stretchy, and -you guessed it- elastic protein in the skin. More specifically, it is a key protein in the extracellular matrix (ECM). It is … Read more
Signs of aging can easily present themselves through our skin– but not just the skin on our faces. In fact, the skin of the neck, which is often overlooked when it comes to skincare, is more prone to wrinkles and signs of aging. Contributing Factors Tech neck: constantly looking downwards towards our devices creates wrinkles … Read more
When it comes to our skin, age isn’t necessarily just a number. Unfortunately, as our age increases, the production of collagen and elastin in our dermis decreases. Let’s unpack this further- what is collagen, what does it do, and how can we maintain it? What is Collagen? Collagen is dispersed throughout the body in concentrated … Read more
If it seems impossible to keep up with the trends recently, it may have come as a sort of wake-up call of confusion when the holy grail skincare ingredient — Hyaluronic Acid (HA) — is the sudden craze. So, if you’ve stumbled across this blog post, here’s the lowdown on what hyaluronic acid buzz is … Read more
To the naked eye, and to the typical beauty consumer, there may not seem to be a difference between dark spots, or hyperpigmentation, and melasma. Many of us may not have even heard these terms before! However, though these skin spots are similar in appearance, their underlying conditions and treatments do vary in nature. Hyperpigmentation … Read more
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