In our toolbox of antiaging treatments, niacinamide has become an overlooked measure of prevention and rejuvenation. Niacinamide (aka vitamin B3) not only meets the rigorous Kligman* standards of proven effectiveness, it serves many purposes for skin health and aesthetic appearance. Its availability in the skin matrix helps more than 40 biochemical functions of skin cells. Niacinamide is easily named “fix-all” for skin. Studies have shown that niacinamide acts as an antioxida

When we can see, smell and feel the particulate matter in our air, as we are now experiencing in Northern California, we become more aware of the effects pollution has on our skin. Drier, grittier and dirtier skin have become more pronounced over the past week, especially among people spending time outside. The skin’s primary function defends against impurities entering the body. Internal biochemical mechanisms are constantly repairing DNA coding that gets damaged from ultrav

Welcome to our new blog. We will be using this page to share practical, up-to-date aesthetic information to keep you informed on skin care topics and tips for a healthy-looking complexion. With “Best Practices” we aim to provide evidence-based recommendations drawn from standards of care and scientific support, as well as clinical observation. The abundance of information and treatments is overwhelming, making it difficult to choose products and trust sales staff. Hyperbole a