A Guide To Skin Cycling

Although the concept has been around for a while, skin cycling is a new term coined by New York dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe. It is a minimalist skincare routine that allows skin 'rest days' after using certain active ingredients.

The four-day technique starts with an evening of exfoliation, followed by an evening of retinol. It ends with two evenings of recovery and hydration, and, once the cycle is complete, the process is then repeated. Skin cycling offers a balanced approach to skin rejuvenation, ensuring skin gets the treatment it needs while also allowing for crucial recovery time.

Behind The Brand | IMAGE Skincare

IMAGE Skincare is an American cosmeceutical brand that was born out of Janna Ronert's tiny apartment in 2003. At the time, Ronert was an aesthetician who was battling rosacea but unable to find adequate products on the market that would provide real results and treat the problem. So, like all good beauty entrepreneurs, she decided to create her own cosmeceutical brand. She poured blood, sweat and tears into creating IMAGE Skincare and her first collection was Vital C, which remains the brand's best selling product.

AW17/18 Trend Focus | Washed

The Washed beauty trend, aptly named by the good folks at M.A.C Cosmetics, was plastered across the runways during AW17/18 fashion week. I'm talking Missoni, Dior, Emilia Wickstead, Erdem, Proenza Schouler, Burberry and Lavin to name just a few.

The Washed makeup trend is beyond beautiful and the best thing about it? It couldn't be easier to achieve.

Interview: Dr. Marc A. Ronert | Director @ Image Skincare

Marc A. Ronert, M.D, Ph.D., is a European Board Certified Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon as well as a Fellow of the European Board of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. He is also the Director of Image, an evidence-based clinical skincare brand that creates professional skincare products and effective skincare solutions. Impressive, no?

I recently got the chance to grill Marc on everything from his career to grooming essentials. Here's how it went down...