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When most people think about skincare, they think about products. A new cleanser. A stronger serum. Something “better.” But here’s the truth. The biggest improvements in skin rarely come from dramatic changes. They come from small, intentional resets done consistently. This week, I was reminded of that while listening to a professional skincare education podcast that focused on the idea of a reset. Not a full overhaul. Just small, thoughtful changes that create better long-te

Your skin is always working behind the scenes. Every single day it creates new cells, sheds old ones, repairs damage, and protects you from the outside world. We call this process the skin cycle, and understanding it is one of the most important parts of achieving real, healthy, glowing skin. Most people think skin changes overnight, but visible transformation takes time. When you switch between products too quickly, especially harsh or trendy ones, you interrupt your skin’s

Your skin is always talking to you. You just have to know how to listen. It is your body’s largest organ, your outermost layer of protection, and it reflects everything from stress and hormones to sleep and hydration. When something feels off, your skin will show it before anything else does. Breakouts Breakouts can be your skin’s way of saying, “I’m overwhelmed.” Maybe it’s stress, diet, or products that are too heavy or stripping. Hormonal breakouts often pop up around the

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Hi, I’m Alena , the face (and hands!) behind Elevated Esthetics by Alena. This little corner of the internet is where I get to share my...