Environ Blog — guide

We all love to cozy up by the fireplace during the winter months, but all that dry indoor heat can wreak havoc on your complexion — not to mention if you suffer from eczema, itchy clothing and sudden temperature changes (like coming into a warm house after being outside) can trigger symptoms.   Signs of dehydrated skin include: Thick, rough texture of the skin Flaking skin around the nose and on the forehead Fine cracks in the skin If your skin is feeling as parched as a potato, it’s time to amp up your skin’s hydration ASAP with expert moisturizing...

Having healthy skin goes so much deeper than how it looks on the surface. In recognition of National Healthy Skin Month, we thought we would take the opportunity to share a few skin care insights from our researchers to help you achieve hydrated, healthy-looking skin all year long: Be gentle to your natural skin mantle Behind every healthy and vibrant complexion is a fully intact natural acid mantle, which sounds a bit strange, but it merely refers to a protective layer of your skin which helps to lock in moisture and nutrients while keeping environmental toxins out. Your job is protecting this natural acid mantle...

Dry, flaky, itchy, irritated skin...If you suffer from eczema, you know how uncomfortable — even agonizing — it can be to manage the symptoms of chronic skin inflammation.Though the exact cause of eczema remains unknown, according to the National Eczema Association, researchers suspect that genetics and environmental triggers play a big part. An immune dysfunction can result in a defect in the skin’s moisture barrier making it dryer and more sensitive to irritants. Since a well-known eczema trigger is dryness, excessive cleansing should be avoided.Based on science and results, Environ’s founder, Dr. Des Fernandes, is on a lifelong mission to...

Good handwashing practices have many benefits and should be a regular part of a healthy skin care routine. If you have problematic skin, you already know the first rule of thumb is to keep your hands off of your face. This is mostly because touching your skin can lead to scratching, picking, and irritating the skin’s fragile surface. But, although face-touching alone is not cause of breakouts, it could make the situation much worse. Breakouts occur when oil glands are clogged and the environment is right for bacteria to spread or enter through broken skin. This is where touching your...

It's time for a new fall skin care routine! The transitional weather of autumn is a good time to learn about layering your skin care products, just like you layer your clothing. Applying your skin care in the correct order will maximize their benefits. One overall rule of thumb: always apply lighter, thinner products before heavier formulations. Here’s a layer-by-layer guide for applying skin care products to maximize your benefits: Pre-Cleanser Achieving healthy-looking skin requires a thorough double cleansing to remove the layers of impurities that accumulate on your face during the day. Applying a pre-cleanser will loosen excess surface...