If I had a quarter for every time one of my clients asked if they were ‘too old’ to start a certain routine—especially a skin rejuvenation routine—I could probably retire by now! Just kidding, you know I love what I do way too much to stop cold turkey… but folks, I do hear that question a ton!

The Best Time to Start a Routine is NOW!

The truth is you are never EVER too old to begin a skin rejuvenation routine. While the fact of the matter is that your body simply cannot create as much collagen and elastin as it did when you were a teenager, you can still encourage cellular turnover and accelerate protein production at any age.

Summer has finally arrived. And if you're like me, you can't wait to hit the beach or pool. But what I hear time and again are people's goals to get a tan, improve their color, and soak up as many rays as possible while enjoying the water. All those things involve an unhealthy amount of sun exposure—and often dangerous beach- and poolside skin routines. 

I understand the desire to have that perfect color (trust me, I do!), but risking your health isn't the way to go. And the issue is that regular summer skincare routines don't always work when you add saltwater or chlorine into the mix. 

If you're prepping to go to the beach or visit your community pool this summer, check out this list of essential skincare tips before walking out the door. 

Activate Your Summer Glow ASAP!

Let’s be real: I cannot be the only one eagerly waiting for the summer months year after year! The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and the skincare? It’s top-notch! There is no time like summer to master a healthy, radiant, lit-from-within glow — and I can tell you how!

Studies show that individuals with darker skin tones tend not to regularly wear sunscreen or take other steps to protect their skin from the sun. This phenomenon is primarily due to the common misconception that people with dark skin don’t require as much sun protection in the summer.

It is unfortunate but we have all done this. We think our skincare routine stops a the face. Some of us, include the neck. The décolletage is the most neglected part of a skincare routine. 

The fall and winter seasons are in front of us and the hot summer sun is behind us. BUT did you know it's important to maintain your momentum by making some adjustment to your skincare for the season?

Here's 7 PROactive tips to prepare your skin for the season ahead.