Skincare Primer: What is it and why do you need one?

The Importance of a Skincare Primer Get the most out of your skincare products.  If you’re spending the money on good, quality skincare products, don’t you want to make sure you’re getting the best results possible? To make sure you are, add a skincare primer to the mix and watch...

Dr. Oz Reviews the Biophotonic Nutritional Scanner

A while back, we at C2 fell in love with the Biophotonic Nutritional Scanner and posted a guest blog from Wendy Burman, Healthcare Program Director. https://kme4fx321nd1ijrr-24734302259.shopifypreview.com/blogs/c2-california-clean-beauty-blog/p-b-antioxidants-amp-preventing-cancer-b-p-p-b-biophotinic-scanner-b-p Dr. Oz loves this Biophotonic Nutritional Scanner too! And featured it on his show.  From Wendy Burman, I think most of us love Dr....

NOVAClease: 30 Second Clean

What is NOVACleanse? NovaCleanse is an innovative cleaning tool that uses high-frequency sound waves/pulsations to unclog pores, remove dead skin cells, reduce signs of aging,  improve absorption of skincare products, and generally promote clearer, brighter, and healthier-looking skin. Can I use it for any type of skin?  NOVACleanse is perfect...

Simply Sustainable: Learn more about the Environmental Working Group (EWG)

Who are they and what they do: The Environmental Working Group was founded in 1992 by Ken Cook with the mission to support healthy living in a healthy environment. They put in the research to help consumers make more sustainable and educated decisions about the products they are using. From...

Cleansing Acne Prone Skin

  Proper cleansing for acne-prone skin is crucial.   Pick the right cleanser that doesn’t overdry your skin  Using chemical exfoliants (salicylic acid, alpha hydroxy acid, or glycolic acid) are good but don’t overuse them. C2 uses plant-based enzymes for a mild exfoliation Avoid physical exfoliants (jojoba seeds) as they...

Cleansing Sensitive Skin

With sensitive skin, understanding the skin irritants is key. There are different types of sensitive skin: Dry, Oily, and Combo.  Your skin is delicate so it’s best to use natural or plant-based ingredients whenever possible.  Washing your face is an important process when you have sensitive skin. Choosing the Best...

Cleansing Combo Skin

Combination skin needs a cleanser that is powerful for oily parts of your skin, but also is gentle on the dry parts. Makeup should be completely removed, impurities cleansed and the balance of your skin returned more to normal. After cleansing, be sure to start your skincare routine.    Pick...

Cleansing Oily Skin

Oily Skin: A good facial cleanser cleanses oily skin and removes all excess sebum without irritating the skin. This way you ensure that your skin is prepared for all other products and prevent breakouts. A gel cleanser is best for oily skin types.   Use cleanser has exfoliating properties (alpha-hydroxys,...

THE ART OF SKINCARE LAYERING

What is Skincare Layering? The order you apply your skincare products makes a difference - there’s a science behind it! Layering products in the proper order ensures that your skin receives the maximum benefits of each product.   CLEANSE Step 0: Use a facial cleanser to remove makeup, pore-clogging dirt, bacteria,...

Cleansing Normal Skin

Normal Skin: Cleaning your skin everyday is important to rid your face of pollutants, makeup or bacteria -- even if you have normal skin. Your skin still needs mild daily exfoliation to help clear the pores and allow the skincare products to penetrate into the skin.  Use a hydrating cleanser...

EXFOLIATION: Get your skin to glow!

Exfoliation is a critical step in your skincare regimen. Exfoliation refers to the removal of the dead skin cells on the skin’s surface. Shedding skin cells and making new skin cells slows down as we age. If the dead skin cells are cleared away, our skin can look dull, rough...

Cleansing Dry Skin

Get clean and healthy skin! Dry Skin: Dry skin can be an ongoing struggle. There are things to consider for washing dry skin. Unfortunately, it’s not that simple when you have dry skin. There are lots of considerations that can make your skin even drier.  Here’s how to wash dry skin...

PAMPER YOURSELF DURING COVID19 LOCKDOWN

Home-spa Tips “Shetler in Place” and lockdown is spreading throughout the world. COVID-19 has become a global pandemic - the last thing we want to do is panic. Take this time at home and pamper yourself with some at-home spa tips    Get started to have your at-home spa.  ...

GIVE SPECIAL CARE TO THE AREA AROUND YOUR EYES

Tips and insights to take care of the skin around your eyes Give extra special care to the skin around your eyes. The skin around your eyes is very thin and delicate. Gently massage products into the skin.  Eye skincare products will have better ingredients for the areas around your...

Antioxidants & Preventing Cancer: BioPhotinic Scanner

  “It’s a disease you fear the most, cancer.  And your ability to fight it lies in one of the biggest buzzwords in health, antioxidants.   Today we are fighting the war on prevention, antioxidant prevention. Do you have enough?” This is a direct quote from Dr. Oz.  I bet...

Pregnancy and personal care choices

  "After my first appointment with my OB/GYN to confirm my pregnancy, I was handed a packet with information on what medicines, foods and activities to avoid throughout the next 35 weeks. As I read through it, it seemed like they had touched on almost everything - except beauty products....