SiO Skincare Blog

Your Ultimate Guide to Sheet Masks: From Beginner to Expert

You’ve almost certainly heard of sheet masks. They’re the apple of the beauty world’s eye — and for good reason! Sheet masks are a fun and effective way to improve the appearance of your skin.But are you using your sheet masks the right way? Many of us aren’t. No worries, though — that’s what the beauty experts at SiO are here for! In this post, you’ll learn exactly what sheet...

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11 Ways To Make Your Own DIY Lip Mask

We’re all familiar with beauty face masks—whether you’re into exfoliating masks, hydrating masks, or some fabulous combination of the two, masking is a vital step in any woman’s skin care routine. But there’s another crucial step that your routine might be missing: lip masks.If you’re like most women, you’re probably wondering what a lip mask even is. That’s completely understandable because lip masks are a newcomer to the beauty scene—but they’re definitely something you...

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Men’s Grooming: The Ultimate Guide For Men

When it comes to men’s grooming, there’s a fine line between a regimen that will leave you looking like a total caveman…and another that will leave you looking like a member of a boy band. That’s probably because a lot of guys don’t know basic grooming guidelines and feel too awkward to openly ask for advice. Then there are the more nitty-gritty aspects of men’s grooming, including a few you’ve...

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Cryo Facials: Everything You Need To Know

You've probably heard about Botox, but how much do you know about frotox? Skin aging might be inevitable, but even if we can’t freeze time, it turns out we can freeze signs of aging with a little help from cryotherapy. Cryotherapy (or cold therapy, as it's sometimes called) has been used for years within the medical field to reduce swelling, encourage circulation, and promote healing. It just so happens that...

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Why Should You Use a Rose Quartz Roller?

Your skincare routine may start with a cleanser and end with a moisturizer, but what happens in the middle of those two very crucial steps is just as important. One in-between step many beauty buffs turn to for its face-sculpting benefits is face rolling. You may have heard of the celebrity-backed step through a barrage of viral TikTok videos, or maybe you've heard your esthetician rave about its depuffing results....

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Red Light Therapy: Key Benefits and What To Expect

What if we told you that you could make your skin appear younger with the flick of a switch? Or that you could kick acne scars, uneven skin texture, and enlarged pores to the curb, all with just a beam of light? Cue red light therapy (or RLT), a treatment that‘s joined the ranks of vampire facials, magnetic face masks, and other Insta-worthy dermatology breakthroughs in recent years. While LED...

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Microneedling: What Is It And Is It Right For You?

From vampire facials to microdermabrasion, a quick scroll-through on Instagram proves that professional skincare treatments are aplenty. One that’s recently made waves,and has piqued the interest of beauty aficionados and celebrities alike? Microneedling. The cosmetic procedure, which involves using fine needles to prick the skin, is touted for its collagen-stimulating, skin-rejuvenating benefits, as well as its ability to help improve the appearance of fine lines, acne scars, and other textural...

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10 Ways to Enhance Your Natural Beauty

  What is natural beauty? Some people might say it’s that no-makeup-makeup look done just right. Or that perfect glow you get when you leave your facial appointment. Natural beauty can mean looking good au naturale, sure. But sometimes, it’s as plain and simple as loving the skin you’re in.   Look Good, Feel Good The way we look on the outside tends to reflect what’s happening on the inside....

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What is Dry Brushing?

What if we told you that there was a way to get smoother skin, but that it would require rubbing a brush that has firm, stiff bristles onto your face and body? Sounds crazy but cue dry brushing, one of the beauty industry’s most sought-after treatments whose devotees swear by. But first, a little history lesson.  Dry brushing is a centuries-old practice that’s been used in ancient Ayurveda (where it’s...

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What Causes Acne?

Fact: Acne affects up to 50 million people in America. That means that while you may feel be struggling with finding ways to combat it, you’re definitely not alone on your quest for smooth, picture-perfect skin. That said, whether it pops up on your forehead or your back, acne is one of those skincare woes that makes you wonder if you’ve traveled back in time to your prepubescent self. Adult...

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What is Gua Sha?

Between soap brows and facial yoga, we’ve seen our fair share of viral beauty trends. But the latest buzzy skincare tool to have caught the attention of Instagrammers and skincare pros alike is actually a centuries-old Chinese practice that us beauty buffs are just catching wind of. Enter the Gua Sha tool: a flat, smooth, and undeniably eye-catching gemstone that poses a slew of skin-loving benefits when massaged onto the...

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How to Soothe Face Mask Irritation

Whether you’re working as a frontline health care worker or stepping out for a strategically planned grocery run, by now we’ve all come to accept face masks as part of our daily lives. But while the CDC has deemed face masks a crucial part in slowing down the spread of the coronavirus pandemic, that doesn’t mean that wearing one doesn’t come without its own set of side effects. Enter skin...

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