Posts by Kelley Maddison
How to Cover a Blemish with PRIIA’s Loose Mineral Foundation
Picture this… You’re getting ready to go out for a night on the town when you discover a large, red pimple smack in the middle of your nose. You frantically search your makeup bag for your handy-dandy PRIIA face concealer only to realize you’re all out. All you have is your PRIIA loose mineral foundation. What’s a…
Read MoreCan Oily Skin Be Dry At The Same Time?
True or False: Oily skin be also be dry at the same time. Answer: True. The dryness that is felt is actually dehydration which is a skin condition (not a skin type). The surface of the skin is lacking water. This condition is usually caused by using and over cleaning with harsh soaps, too much sun…
Read MoreBeauty True or False: Oily Skin Needs LESS Moisture Than Dry Skin Part 2
In my last post, I asked, “Do oily skin types need LESS moisture than dry skin types?” The answer to this question is NO. I can also say the answer is FALSE if I were making the statement that oily skin needs less moisture than dry skin. Oil and water levels within the skin are 2 very…
Read MoreBeauty True or False: Oily Skin Needs LESS Moisture Than Dry Skin- Part 1
What do you think about this common skin care question: Do oily skin types need LESS moisture than drier skin types? Leave your answer in the comments box below. Thanks! I’ll reveal the truth in my next post.
Read MoreProbiotics: A Possible Cure for Acne?
Probiotics are microbes which are "good" bacteria that help to balance the body and can be found in foods such as yogurt and milk. Probiotics are also available in supplement form such as Acidophillus tablets. Typically, probiotics are used to treat wide variety of digestive and gastrointestinal issues, however, lately they are being looked at…
Read MorePRIIA Cosmetics Receives an Award from PETA
I had a big smile on my face the other day when I opened the large envelope that had come from PETA– People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. The envelope contained a certificate of appreciation for the fact that PRIIA Cosmetics is a part of PETA’s Caring Consumer Program and DOES NOT test on animals…
Read MoreBeauty Quick Tip: What To Do When You’ve Applied Too Much Blush
We've all done it. Gotten a little too over-zealous with the blush. Before you know it, our cheek color application is making us look like we've gotten a slap across the face. Ouch! What's the best way to deal with this makeup mistake? It's easy! Instead of trying to rub away excess product and pigment which will…
Read MoreThe Top 5 Reasons Why YOU Should Visit A Skin Care Professional
Everyday your skin is bombarded with dirt, debris, stress, bacteria, UV rays and environmental pollution which cause pre-mature aging, inflammation and overall poor skin health and appearance. Healthy, unbroken skin is the first defense against disease. Professional care for the face- one of the areas most exposed to the environment- is a critical step to good health. …
Read MoreThe Truth About Layering Sun Protection Products
Recently I was asked if layering products that contained different levels of SPF would protect the skin better from sun damage. My answer was “No”. A lot of people tend to think that if they put on a product, such as a moisturizer, that contains an SPF15 and then they apply another product, such as makeup…
Read MoreDo Antioxidants Get Rid of Wrinkles?
That’s the question I’m asking you today. Do antioxidants get rid of wrinkles? What do you think? The answer is: NO. Antioxidants are free radical scavengers. Free radicals are the equivalent to tiny little bombs that bombard cells and destroy them. Cellular degradation leads to the breakdown of collagen and elastin in the skin, thus contributing…
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