Skin Folk

Walk into any beauty aisle, scroll skincare TikTok, or talk to a brand rep, and you’ll hear the same promises because brands can slap words like “clean,” “hypoallergenic,” “non-comedogenic,” or even "95% of users saw results in a week" on a label without having to back it up with anything. No testing, not even a patch. No proof. Just a cute font and a well-lit ad campaign.

It’s easy to get pulled into the hype around trending skincare products, but what your skin truly needs doesn’t always align with what’s popular. This post helps you make choices based on your skin’s actual needs; not just what’s going viral.

I’m not interested in performing resilience. I’m creating space for what actually supports me.

If your skin reacts easily, stings when you try new products, or gets red and uncomfortable without warning, you may have sensitive skin....

If your T-zone gets oily but your cheeks feel dry, or your skin seems to shift from one area to the next, you’re likely dealing with...

If your skin isn’t too dry or too oily, and you’re not dealing with frequent breakouts or irritation, you likely have balanced skin. That...

If your skin feels tight, flaky, or dull even after moisturizing, it might be dry. Dry skin isn't just thirsty. It's missing the natural...

If your skin gets shiny fast, feels greasy by midday, or breaks out easily, you might have oily skin. But oily doesn’t mean dirty or bad....

Here’s everything you need to know after your appointment: Let your skin catch up. You’ve done enough. ✨ Facial & Sugaring Aftercare...

Even as an esthetician, I’m not immune to unexpected skin flare-ups. No amount of training or product knowledge makes you exempt from...

Prepping starts with a little peace Here’s everything you need to know before your appointment: ✨ For All Appointments Regardless of the...

I didn’t believe in red light therapy at first. If I’m being honest, I thought it was just another overpriced trend wrapped in wellness

I was scrolling social media, not really looking for anything, when a video popped up. The message was simple: Life is going to work out...

This formula is fragrance-free, oil-free, and weightless on the skin. It absorbs quickly and doesn’t pill under moisturizer or makeup, which is rare for high-SPF products. What sold me most is that it genuinely feels like part of my skincare, not just something I tolerate for sun protection.

I first discovered the Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant through a video Jackie Aina did for Harper’s Bazaar, one of their "Go to Bed With Me" episodes. At the time, I had no idea what a microfoliant even was. I wasn’t in esthetics yet and didn’t understand the mechanics behind exfoliation. But Jackie shared a product and tip that stuck with me...

Laneige reformulated their Water Bank Gel Moisturizer, adding Blue Hyaluronic Acid and mint leaf extract. As a licensed esthetician with oily, reactive skin, I’m sharing how the new formula compares to the original, what changed, and whether it still deserves a spot in your routine. We’ll unpack ingredient nuances, skin compatibility, and what to know before you buy from someone who’s used both versions.

by Ryane Ashley When you scan an ingredient label, you might notice familiar names like "retinol" or "vitamin C," followed by less...

by Ryane Ashley Understanding Ingredient Strengths: A Guide to Skin Tolerance When it comes to skincare, not all ingredients are created...

by Ryane Ashley “Rest isn’t a reward. It’s a requirement. And peace? Peace is where beauty begins.” There’s a version of burnout no one...

I didn’t become an esthetician because I had a lifelong dream to be in beauty. I became one because I finally stopped betraying myself.