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Renée’s 2025 Year in Review: Highlights and What to Expect in 2026
Every year, I love looking back at the milestones, the lessons, the pivots, and the people who made it magical.... Continue
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I Broke the Rule: Using Vitamin C After Laser Treatment
Let me share a story. Last year, I had my first ever laser skin treatment (the Moxi laser). At the... Continue
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THD Ascorbate – Why Your Skin Needs THIS Type of Vitamin C
As both a 35 year esthetician and a skincare product formulator trained in cosmetic chemistry, what I know for sure... Continue
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Renée Predicts These 6 Skincare Trends Will be Big in 2025
While social media (especially TikTok) is a great tool for spotting trends, they can come and go so quickly, hence... Continue
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Renée’s Year in Review: 2024 Highlights and What to Expect in 2025
2024 was all hands on deck for me and my team at our corporate headquarters in Austin, Texas and it... Continue
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The Four Types of Skin Discoloration – And How to Get Rid of Them FASTER
As an Expert Esthetician with 35 years of experience one of the questions I get asked most is, "How can... Continue
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Should You Get MOXI Laser Treatment? Here’s Renée’s Experience & Thoughts
Ever heard of the MOXI® Laser? I hadn’t until a certified laser specialist and master aesthetician named Erma at Refine... Continue
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Does Tea Tree Oil Really Help with Acne? Here’s How We Tested It
As an esthetician with 35 years of experience with acne, I understand the challenge of finding the right products and... Continue
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Is Your Skin Getting Burned From Your Vitamin C Serum?
Vitamin C, when used topically in a serum, is widely acclaimed as one of the best ingredients for brightening skin,... Continue
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Does the Retinol Sandwich Method Work, and What Exactly Is It?
I’ve been a big fan of retinol and prescription retinoids since they came on the scene for anti-aging in the... Continue