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How Pollutants Are Damaging Your Skin and What You Can Do About It

Pollution can cause a lot of damage to our bodies, including our skin. The free radicals in the environment don’t just sit on top of our skin, but they actually get absorbed into the deeper layers of the epidermis, which is what causes so much . . .

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How Exercise Makes Your Skin Look Younger

In my last appointment, the doctor stressed the importance of cardio. I told her I’m an avid yogi (ok, maybe not as avid as I’d like these days…) but she was adamant that something to get my heart rate pumping, even as simple as a couple of fam. . .

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Product Spotlight: Yon-Ka Serum

Just like our bodies, sometimes our skin gets run down. We are constantly exposed to environmental pollutants and the sun, which flood our skin with toxins. Toxins not only damage it but can also leave it dull and ruddy, and even cause wrinkles. . .

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Treatment Spotlight: Vital Defense

We all wish we could completely shield ourselves from environmental pollutants but the truth is we are exposed every time we walk out the front door. This daily exposure to toxins and pollutants causes free radical damage, aging our skin premat. . .

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What is Yon-Ka’s Quintessence?

One of the greatest things about Yon-Ka skincare products is the blend of natural ingredients included within each product. Our “Quintessence”, a synergistic expression of 5 aromatic essential oils includes lavender, rosemary, geranium, thyme, . . .

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7 Tips For Becoming a Morning Person

Do you dread the sound of your alarm every weekday morning? Are you guilty of hitting the snooze button multiple times before you finally crawl out of bed? If any of these sound familiar to you, odds are you aren’t a morning person. The good ne. . .

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Product Spotlight: Guarana Scrub

Long days wearing makeup, skimping on those recommended eight hours of sleep, and even dutifully wearing sunscreen can all result in clogged pores and dull skin. While washing and toning regularly helps to remove makeup, toxins and impurities f. . .

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5 Tips to Make Your Nails Stronger

It’s probably a good thing that I like to keep my nails short – because their tendency to break prevents them from growing much farther than the tip of my finger. While keeping my nails on the trim side does help to prevent breakage, it’s not a. . .

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Product Spotlight: Crème 15

Imagine a product with anti-bacterial properties that stops the spread of breakouts, reduces oil on the skin, and calms inflammation. Now imagine it is so gentle that you could also use it every day without drying out your skin or causing irrit. . .

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7 Healthy Breakfasts for Busy Mornings

Let’s face it; sometimes our mornings can be a little hectic. As we’re scrambling to get ready and get out the door, breakfast is often the last thing on our minds. However, breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a reason. A good, . . .

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5 Beauty Practices That Could Be Aging Your Eyes

Our eye area is very delicate, so it’s no surprise that it’s one of the first areas where signs of aging start to appear. Signs of aging can be caused by a number of things: genetics, sun damage, squinting and even smiling. But that’s not all! . . .

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6 Bad Habits That Could Be Wrecking Your Sleep

Are you struggling to fall asleep at night? You aren’t alone. Not getting enough sleep will leave you tired, cranky, and feeling stressed. After all, you need to get your beauty rest. To help you figure out what’s causing your sleeping troubles. . .

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