DEZDMC Skincare, Beauty, Lifestyle

​ The Power of Preventive Skincare:  Your Armor Against Time & Environment If there's anything 2023 has taught us, it's that prevention is always better than cure, especially when it comes to skincare. With an increasing awareness of the environmental impact on our skin and the long-term effects of neglect, preventative skincare has taken center stage. Preventive skincare is not just about treating existing issues like acne, wrinkles, or hyperpigmentation, but it's a forward-thinking approach. It's about equipping your skin today to withstand the future challenges that it might encounter. The Environmental Impact on Skin Our skin is the first line of defense against many environmental stressors. UV rays, pollution, blue light from our devices, and even weather changes can all take a toll on our skin. These factors can accelerate the aging process, leading to premature wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and uneven skin tone. Hence, it's crucial to adopt a skincare reg...

​ We all have different skin types; this month, I will focus on Dry, Oily, Combination, and Acne skin types. Let me know in the comments your skin type and tips to help! First up: Oily Skin! Oily skin is a problem for many people. It makes your face look greasy and can even cause breakouts if you don't take care of it. But what are some common ingredients that can cause oily skin? This post will tell you everything you need to know about the top culprits and how to avoid them at home or everywhere! Avoid these common ingredients if you have oily skin. Let’s take a look at some elements to avoid if you have oily skin. Avoid ingredients that are drying, irritating and comedogenic. These can cause breakouts and make your skin feel heavy and oily. Parabens Parabens are a group of preservatives found in many products, including cosmetics and skincare. They're used to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi, as well as preserving color. Parabens have been linked to breast cancer in ...

​ People ask me about my skincare routine, how old I am, what are my skincare tips and the answers are coming! First, I’ll start with a few tips here; then, in a few weeks, I’ll encourage you all to join me on my TikTok page for skincare tutorials and Q&As   https://www.tiktok.com/@dezdmc?_t=8ZLGWbccSg2&_r=1 My Skincare Tips for Young-Looking Skin!  Use the correct cleanser for your skin needs. Skin needs can vary from season to season; you may be a dry skin babe, yet in the summer, your skin may be more regular; the same is true for oily skin beauties in the winter. Oily skin gals may notice more dryness or normalcy in the winter, so switch it up! Don’t use too many products on your skin!  Layering on multiple skincare products all at once is a big no-no. It can be harsh on the skin, resulting in more breakouts and clogged pores. You need a few steps: cleanser, toner, serum, and moisturizer!    Additionally, steps such as lip balms, neck creams, essence...

​ Hey, Beauties; in light of Black History Month, I want to share skincare tips for all my melanin sisters of all ethnicities African, African-American, Hispanic, White, Indian, Indigenous, and every woman!     We all have melanin in our skin; people with albinism have white hair, pale skin, and blue eyes and thus no melanin. So what skin concerns does melanated skin have that are different than other skin colors? The differences in melanated skin gives a unique set of skincare concerns. Issues that are different in melanated skin are: Ashy skin- this occurs because of how dry skin looks as light passes through it over melanin pigment. The light reflection gives a grey-ashy look; however, on lighter skin, it’s less visible. Sagging skin- darker skin is more likely to sag than wrinkle. Hence the phrase black, don’t crack!  😅 Large pores- light absorption and reflection can make pores appear more prominent. Skin is perceived as oilier because it can be more visible an...

​ Let me preface this piece with these statements, "if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it" and "there is nothing new under the Sun"!   Respectfully, Dr. Bowe didn’t create skin cycling; she gave a name to an already established skincare routine. "The method was coined by  Dr. Whitney Bowe  …Skin cycling is a trend that became popular on TikTok, but skin care professionals have practiced the concept for many years,” says Amy Peterson, medical aesthetician. WHAT IS SKIN CYCLING? So what is the skin cycling routine: Skin cycling is a method of using skin care products in which you designate specific products for certain days rather than using all products every day, thus creating a cycle for your products, e.g., Exfoliate, Retinoid, Recover, Recover! Now that we have a definition, let’s break this issue down. Skincare cycling is using skin care products in which you designate specific products for certain days rather than all products every day, thus creating a cycle fo...

​ Welcome to my skincare blog and journey! I’m DEZ, your self-educated skincare enthusiast; I love trying out new products and finding the best ways to take care of my skin. I've also been interested in Korean beauty for a while now and have been loving the positive results I've been seeing from natural and K-beauty skincare products. Skincare doesn't need to be expensive to work, but I don't advocate using raw foods on my skin either! Just clean and green skincare products will do the trick. Follow my skincare journey with me, and we'll discover together what works! If you're looking for some skincare inspiration, be sure to check out my blog post on Korean Beauty and Acne treatments. I've found some fantastic products that have worked wonders for my skin, and they're all very affordable! Trust me; you don't need to spend much money to get good results. So, what are you waiting for? Join me on this skincare journey, and let's discover the best p...