Skin Folk

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 combination skin. It’s one of the most common skin types, and also one of the most misunderstood. This routine helps you care for both sides of your skin — the oily and the dry — without having to choose one over the other. What Combination Skin Needs simple 4 step for combination routine Combination skin isn’t just oily and dry. It’s skin 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 doesn’t mean you don’t need a routine. It just means your focus is maintaining what’s already working and protecting your skin over time. This guide keeps it simple and supportive. What Balanced Skin Needs Balanced skin is steady, but still needs daily care. Think of your routine as maintenance — not correction. The goal is to support your

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 oils and barrier support that help hold moisture in. The goal is comfort, not just coverage. This routine supports your skin without overwhelming it. What Dry Skin Needs Dry skin produces less oil than it needs to stay soft and protected. That means it loses moisture more easily and often feels rough or irritated. A consistent routine with t

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. It just means your skin makes more oil than it needs. The goal isn’t to dry it out. It’s to support your skin so it stays balanced, clear, and comfortable. What Oily Skin Needs Oily skin still needs hydration, gentle cleansing, and consistent care. Stripping it too harshly can make it produce even more oil. A simple routine that clears buil

Here’s everything you need to know after your appointment at Ryane Ashley Esthetics. Let your skin catch up. You’ve done enough. ✨ Facial & Sugaring Aftercare Guide Whether you just had a facial, a Brazilian, or something in between. Your skin needs a little time to respond, reset, and rebuild. Here’s how to support it: Keep the area clean and hands off. Avoid touching, picking, or applying unnecessary products for at least 24 hours. Avoid heat and sweat. Skip hot showers, wo

Even as an esthetician, I’m not immune to unexpected skin flare-ups. No amount of training or product knowledge makes you exempt from reactions, skin has a mind of its own, and sometimes it wants to prove it. I recently started taking a new supplement that gradually triggered some unexpected side effects. It left my skin inflamed, itchy, and covered in a rash-like breakout. I’m about 80 percent sure the supplement was the cause because once I stopped taking it, my symptoms sl

Prepping starts with a little peace Here’s everything you need to know before your appointment: Address: Ryane Ashley Esthetics inside Salon Row 195 e. 4th st Long Beach CA 90802 ✨ For All Appointments Regardless of the service you’re receiving, here are a few universal tips to help you prep: Stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water and moisturizing regularly helps your skin respond better to treatment. Arrive with clean skin. Skip heavy makeup, lotions, or deodorants on the t

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 perfectly for you. The people who are meant for you will show up. The ones who aren’t will fall away. You’ll have a beautiful life. I couldn’t finish it. My chest tightened and I immediately scrolled away. Not because I didn’t believe it but because something about it made me deeply uncomfortable. And that discomfort stayed with me because h

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 obvious ones like "retinyl palmitate" or "ascorbyl glucoside." These are called derivatives and while they might sound complicated, understanding them can help you make smarter skincare choices. What’s a Derivative in Skincare? A derivative is a modified version of a naturally occurring ingredient. These changes are made to improve how the ingred

by Ryane Ashley Understanding Ingredient Strengths: A Guide to Skin Tolerance When it comes to skincare, not all ingredients are created equal. Some work gently to nurture your skin barrier, while others are powerful tools that demand caution and respect. To help you build a routine that works with your skin, not against it, here’s a breakdown of ingredient strength and skin tolerance levels. And remember: stronger doesn’t always mean better. The best ingredients are the ones

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 talks about; the kind that creeps in when you’ve been functioning for so long that you don’t realize you’ve stopped feeling altogether. For me, burnout wasn’t just about being tired. It was emotional, physical, mental, and personal collapse. And it changed everything. At one point, I was working full-time, attending school full-time, and tryi

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.

Let’s be honest—skincare has become a performance. Serums stacked on serums. Routines that look more like a chemistry set than care. But here’s the truth: your skin doesn’t need intrusions and excess, it needs balance and alignment.

For many of us, skincare has been marketed as a fix—something to “correct,” “tighten,” or “erase.” But at its core, skincare is about communication. The way you care for your skin is one of the most consistent conversations you have with yourself. A skincare routine isn’t about achieving flawlessness. It’s about listening to your body, and choosing consistency over chaos.

There’s a reason this isn’t just called “Ryane’s Skin Tips” or “The Glow Guide.” Skin Harmony is deeply personal. It’s not just a service