What Are Skincare Toners and Why Do I Need Them?

What Are Skincare Toners and Why Do I Need Them?

Toners, Astringents, essences … What are these liquid potions and how badly do we need them? Well, let’s get into it. If you asked me (an esthetician) the difference between them is that a toner is full of hydrating, soothing ingredients, Astringents help purge oily and acne prone skin, and essence is basically a nonsensical marketing term invented to confuse you. 
Should you change your skin care with the seasons?

Should you change your skin care with the seasons?

While this can be a loaded question, I will try to give you some guidelines that can help your skin weather any storm, pun intended. If your skin care is currently on point, this means that you are exfoliating regularly, treating your skin to the right amounts of hydration, and using sun protection when necessary - amazing! This means that most likely, won’t need to change very much. Your skin is probably healthy and resilient to environmental changes. However, if you...
Small Steps to Perfect Skin

Small Steps to Perfect Skin

Skin care is often one of those items where I hear our community say, “this year I must take better care of my skin.” 

And often, that initial enthusiasm declines as we are bombarded with a slew of marketing campaigns and products that produce little or no effect on our skin. With hundreds of unqualified influencers, fresh out of school Estheticians, nurses, all kinds of doctors (who come from surprising fields like endocrinology or even something more obscure like a foot specialist) become self-proclaimed skin care experts. Housewives who own blenders are now selling at Sephora as well as beauty editors and random companies- selling you nothing but pure nonsense.

So, what do you do?

Let's Talk About Parabens In Skincare

Let's Talk About Parabens In Skincare

Parabens are chemicals that are used in the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries to prevent bacteria from fungus growing in your product. There has been much controversy in recent years about the use of parabens in skin care products and cosmetics, and much hype over organic and paraben-free. But I use parabens, and here's why I'm not worried about them. Read More...

February 12, 2021 — Olga Lorencin
Everything You Need To Know About Men's Skincare (In Less Than 2 Minutes!)

Everything You Need To Know About Men's Skincare (In Less Than 2 Minutes!)

During my 25 years of working hands-on with skin, I've noticed that men are more likely to use skincare products that are non-greasy, easy to use, and have a light fresh scent. With all this in mind, I’ve created a quick guide to an easy and effective skincare routine that is perfect for men - to eliminate the guessing game. 
Sunblock 101 | Do I need to wear sunblock?

Sunblock 101 | Do I need to wear sunblock?

So, here’s a fun fact for you: You might have heard (even from your dermatologist) that SPF 30 is all you need. Well, guess what… that’s not entirely true. Surprised? Didn’t think so. 

While SPF 30 blocks 96% of the UV light, SPF 50 would block 98%. You might think that’s a small difference, but in the way sunblock is measured, that’s actually 50% more! Meaning, the higher the SPF the better! I know you’re dying for more facts like this so here is the 411 on sunblock:

July 31, 2020 — Olga Lorencin
They Don’t Call It Beauty Sleep for Nothing

They Don’t Call It Beauty Sleep for Nothing

Not giving your skin the rest it needs to repair itself is a bad habit to get into, and one that will leave your complexion paying the price. Read More...

August 08, 2018 — Olga Lorencin Skin Care Esthetician
You Are What You Eat: Eating for Clear Skin

You Are What You Eat: Eating for Clear Skin

It’s no secret that eating well puts you on the path to looking great. Here are a few things to choose and avoid for a more radiant complexion. Read More

 

August 01, 2018 — Olga Lorencin
Clean Skin 101: Skin Care Basics

Clean Skin 101: Skin Care Basics

Clean Skin 101: Skin Care Basics

You wash your face in the morning and before bed…your skin is clean, right? Here are skin care basics for a balanced, bright and clean complexion. Read More

April 08, 2017 — Kinara Esthetician
Toners: What’s the Deal? And Why Do I Need One?

Toners: What’s the Deal? And Why Do I Need One?

Olga Lorencin's Toners

If you’re wondering what a toner does for your skin, or if you should be using one at all, you’re not alone. Read More

April 06, 2017 — Kinara Esthetician
Choosing the Right Moisturizer for Your Skin

Choosing the Right Moisturizer for Your Skin

Choosing the Right Moisturizer for Your Skin

Here are a few things to look for, and avoid, when shopping for your skin’s ideal hydrator. Read More

March 18, 2017 — Kinara Esthetician
Must Have's for your Skin Care Ingredients: Resveratrol

Must Have's for your Skin Care Ingredients: Resveratrol

Olga Lorencin Skin Care — Resveratrol

In an earlier post, I mentioned the importance of Di-Peptide 4 in your skin care products. Here is another crucial ingredient that you may have heard which is a must have for your current skin care products: Bio-Fermented Resveratrol. Read More...

March 04, 2013 — Olga Lorencin