SiO Skincare Blog

How to Exfoliate

It’s nothing new. Chances are you’ve known about exfoliating since the first day you opened up a Seventeen Magazine way back when. But things have changed a lot over the years. For one, the ubiquitous micro-bead scrubs we once knew and loved have been ​banned​ since 2015. And for another, the apricot pit and walnut shell scrubs we used to swear by are now wildly controversial (look no further than...

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Hydrating Face Masks: 11 Recipes That Really Work

We all strive for soft, supple, glowing skin. Too often, however, this goal is thwarted by the very skin we are trying to improve. Dryness, excess oil, and acne leave that youthful, smooth skin out of reach. If that wasn’t bad enough, harsh chemicals, pollution, and the sun’s UV rays can make your skin dry and wrinkled. It’s enough to make you want to stay inside for the foreseeable future....

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How Often Should You Use A Face Mask?

A good skin care regimen includes a number of different steps—cleansing, toning, hydrating, exfoliating, and so on. That sounds like a lot, but every step is crucial for gorgeous, younger-looking skin. Luckily, with all of the products available now, keeping up with your skin care routine is easier than you think.When it comes to cleansing, for example, you can find plenty of salon-quality products at your local drugstore. When it...

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DIY Clay Mask That Works For Every Skin Type

A common problem that people struggle with when it comes to skin care is trying to find an all-natural solution that actually works. Unfortunately, all-natural solutions often, but not always, fall short of expectations. But what if we told you there’s a powerful beauty ingredient out there that actually lives up to the hype? Not just something that can complement the SiO FaceLift, but an ingredient that’s so versatile that it’ll actually work...

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Spider Veins On Your Face: What Causes Them & How To Treat Them

It’s tough to think fondly of spiders. The eight-legged critters are not known for being particularly cute or cuddly. That’s why you wouldn’t want to have spiders in your home or spider webs on your porch. And you definitely do not want to see spider veins on your face.But if you have started noticing spider veins, don’t freak out! It’s a common condition. In fact, one study in Scotland found that 88 percent...

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The 8 Best DIY Face Masks That Reduce Redness

After a long day at work or shuttling the kids around, does your skin feel red, irritated, and inflamed? We’ve all been there. That’s why the experts at SiO Beauty have compiled the eight best DIY face mask recipes for fighting redness, reducing inflammation, and returning your skin to its radiant, wrinkle-free state. As an added bonus, we’ll tell you about a supercharged wrinkle-fighting tool that can produce real results...

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How To Create Your Own DIY Papaya Face Mask

One of the best kept secrets in the fight for healthy, wrinkle-free skin is an all-natural ingredient that you may see—or even eat—every day: the papaya. This tasty treat goes great in a breakfast smoothie or all by itself as an after-dinner dessert. But the papaya can also be applied directly to your skin as part of a papaya face mask for some truly stellar skin-smoothing results. Not sure how to harness...

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The Benefits Of Using Coconut Oil As a Facial Treatment

Coconut oil has been making headlines in the health and beauty industries for the past few years. While some experts tout the numerous benefits of consuming coconut oil, others believe this popular product isn’t as good for your diet as previously thought. Regardless of the dietary effects of coconut oil, one thing’s for sure: coconut oil offers many benefits for your skin. In fact, coconut oil is one of the most effective...

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6 DIY Oatmeal Face Masks For Flawless Skin

Face masks are one of our favorite skin care practices. We’re especially fond of the professional facial, but they’re so expensive that it can be difficult to afford more than 1 or 2 per year. In between those trips to the spa, we rely on store-bought face masks like the trendy Korean face mask or the charcoal face mask that has spawned so many funny (and painful-to-watch) videos on social media these days. Yes, you...

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How To Give Yourself An At-Home Facial

We love getting a professional facial especially at spas where you can soak in the steam room and relax.. Maybe indulge in a gentle facial massage afterwards. We love it all! For us, it’s a decadent experience—a little bit of “me first” in a decidedly “after you” world. As much as we enjoy getting a professional facial, we have to admit that they can be expensive. The average facial is upwards of $100...

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Gelatin Face Masks: How To Make Your Own Gelatin Face Mask

Do-it-yourself face masks are all the rage right now, and we completely understand why. They take common household foods like avocado and coconut oil and transform them from tasty snacks to skin care powerhouse regimens. One of these common household items is gelatin. Mixed with other easy-to-find ingredients, the gelatin face mask can be used much the same as a Korean face mask or a charcoal face mask to lend a softer, younger appearance to your face,...

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Sagging Skin: 7 Home Remedies You Need To Know

As you age, sagging skin can become a very real problem. Loose, sagging skin can be caused by a number of different factors including sun damage, reduced collagen production, lack of moisture, and even the position in which you sleep. Thankfully, there are just as many ways to treat sagging skin as there are causes. To help you fight back against loose, sagging skin, we’ve created a list of the...

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