Renee Rouleau

APRIL 5, 2024

I’ve been a big fan of retinol and prescription retinoids since they came on the scene for anti-aging in the early ’90s. Fast forward to today, and I’m not only thrilled that retinol is now available without a prescription, but I’m also incredibly excited about the new ways we’ve discovered to use it.

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Kim Gallo Esthetics

AUGUST 4, 2023

The concept is based on the idea that alternating products can lead to enhanced results, much like how physical training routines work. Some people might experience initial skin purging or increased sensitivity when they start skin cycling. The routine was developed by European dermatologist Whitney Bowe during the lockdown.

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Renee Rouleau

FEBRUARY 4, 2023

Breakouts What’s Normal If you’re someone with a lot of clogged pores or breakouts, it’s not unusual to have a little purging after a facial. This includes retinol, exfoliating acids, and vitamin C. Speaking of scabs, here’s what happens when microdermabrasion goes wrong.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

OCTOBER 15, 2024

After earning many industry awards for Aesthetician of the Year and Med Spa of the Year in the East Bay Area region for several years running, Teresa continues to enjoy educating and training her peers and patients alike. Our highly trained staff customizes care to each client’s unique needs.

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Enlightened Beauty

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

A textbook might say retinol purging lasts a few weeks, but what if your clients skin is overreacting due to barrier damage? The Power of Real-Time Adaptation A protocol might tell you to apply a specific enzyme mask for five minutes, but what if your clients skin starts reacting at three?

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