What Your Skin Is Telling You About Your Hormones
Is your skin trying to tell you something?
From surprise breakouts to sudden dryness or sensitivity, your skin is often a mirror of what’s going on inside — especially when hormones are involved. In this blog, Master Esthetician (and mom of five!) Amanda breaks down the skin-hormone connection through every life stage — from teen years to postpartum to perimenopause — and shares real, actionable tips to support your skin through it all.
What to Do If You Get a Sunburn: Soothing Tips & Best Products from a Master Esthetician
Nobody’s perfect when it comes to sun protection! Here’s exactly what to do if you end up with a sunburn — gentle, practical tips plus my favorite healing products to help you bounce back quickly.
Can You Do Lasers and Chemical Peels During the Summer? Yes—But Let’s Talk About It.
Thinking about a chemical peel or laser treatment this summer? The answer might surprise you: yes, you can—but it depends. As a busy mom of five and esthetician, I get real about whether summer skin treatments are a good idea, what to consider before booking, and why sometimes the best move is to wait for fall. If glowing, healthy skin is your goal, timing and commitment are key. Let’s break it down together.
Let’s Get Skintimate: SPF Has Come a Long Way, Baby
SPF has come a long way from the greasy, ghostly formulas of the past. In this post, we’re breaking down the difference between chemical and physical sunscreens, and sharing why today’s tinted options are total game-changers. At Viva Aesthetics, we’ve got SPF solutions for every skin type, tone, and lifestyle—because radiant skin starts with the right protection.
Post-Procedure Skincare
Post-Procedure Skincare: What You Actually Need After Your Treatment
By a Master Esthetician (and Mom of 5 Who Knows You Don’t Have Time for Guesswork)
You just invested in a professional skincare treatment—yay! But now what? Whether you’ve had microneedling, a chemical peel, or laser, your skin is in healing mode and needs the right support to recover beautifully. As a master esthetician (and mom who’s no stranger to multi-tasking), I’m here to make post-procedure care simple, effective, and realistic. From which ingredients to avoid to the best products for calming and hydrating, I’m breaking down exactly what your skin needs—because glowing results start after you leave the treatment room.
