SKIN PURGING: WHAT IS IT?

Allyson Welch
Breakouts and “skin purging” may appear the same [and come with the same frustrations] but they are actually completely different.  What makes them different and what are the signals your skin is going through a purge?
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10 MYTH BUSTERS FOR SKINCARE

Allyson Welch
Bust these skincare myths wide open!
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MEET THE FOUNDER OF THYRST BEAUTY

Allyson Welch
Get to know the creator and CEO of Thyrst Beauty, Allyson Welch, and why she started the brand!
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HOW TO DETERMINE YOUR SKIN TYPE

Allyson Welch

There are 5 different types of skin types that we categorize as oily, normal, sensitive, combination, and dry.  Below are characteristics to help you identify what skin type you have and the right treatment plans.  Oily  How to tell: Usually very “shiny” in the t-zone (forehead, nose, chin) and tends to be blemish and breakout prone. Treatment: When your skin is producing a lot of sebum, you want to use products that help balance but are not overly drying.  Oils are your friend so long as they are non-comedogenic such as grape seed oil and castor oil; the alternative is...

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OIL 10: WHY OUR OIL WILL BE YOUR NEW BESTIE AND HOW IT WILL CHANGE YOUR SKIN

Allyson Welch

For years, the cosmetic industry has peppered many advertisements with “oil-free” which has now left a mark on many of us.  In general, I don’t think any of us really want to be “oily” per-se but oil gets a bad rep because it is constantly affiliated with breakouts, clogged pores, messy makeup, etc.  But is this the whole picture... really?  If you're reading this you probably already realize that it’s not.  Oil can be one of the most amazing ingredients for your skin.  It can restore balance, help seal in hydration and water, protect, and fight against free radicals so...

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