Has being cooped up inside all day given you a lackluster feeling? The stress of being in quarantine can bring dullness to your mood and in turn, your skin. If you’ve noticed a lack of radiance in your skin recently, there’s no need to worry. With just a few simple reminders (you’re already wearing sunscreen everyday of course), and a little skin TLC, you can get your glow back so you’re strutting out of quarantine with a pep in your step (and a smile on your face!).  Get Your Glow Back! Hydrate and Maintain Healthy Nutrition  If there’s one thing you can do to positively impact your skin and overall health, it’s drinking more water. Dehydration can trigger moodiness, fatigue, and cause lasting damage to your skin such as fine lines and wrinkles. When you’re dehydrated, it decreases the amount of blood flow to your skin making you look tired. Aim for 8 glasses of water per day and keep your skin glowing and bright.  “You are what you eat” absolutely applies here. What y...

If you’ve been slightly less mobile or motivated since the stay at home mandate you may notice an increase in aches and pains in your body. Some of those may be caused by a lack of movement or sitting for extended periods of time. On the other hand, with gyms and recreation centers closed, maybe you’re getting creative with your fitness routine and trying new and different exercises; doing so can activate different muscles, leaving you feeling tight and sore.  Staying active and proper stretching, paired with Doctor D. Schwab Clinical CBD Line is sure to relieve any discomfort you may be feeling in your muscles right now. Try these tips and tricks to remain pain-free and come out of quarantine feeling better than ever.  1. Get Outside and Move  Most people are moving less than average right now, and being cooped up inside can lead to cabin fever. Getting outside for some fresh air and aiming for 8,000-10,000 steps per day will make a huge difference in how you feel phys...

The best defense is a good offense. With the recent COVID-19 pandemic, many people are concerned with staying healthy and strengthening their immune system. The immune system helps to prevent infection and fight off illness. As just one of many systems in the body, it requires balance and harmony with the rest of your body in order for it to function optimally.  Doctors say the best way to stay healthy is to wash your hands, practice social distancing, and staying home as much as possible. Here are six healthy-living strategies you can implement from the comfort of your home to improve your overall health and give your immune system the upper hand.  1. Wash your hands and keep frequently touched surfaces clean.  If there is one thing the COVID-19 outbreak has taught us, it’s personal hygiene (anyone else notices how much they touch their face?!). Doctors across the board agree washing your hands frequently is an absolute necessity to prevent illness and keep you and your...

A quick glance at a health magazine or lifestyle blog will tell you that essential oils are in. These natural elixirs aren’t anything new though—they’ve been used for many different purposes across several different cultures for thousands of years. But what makes them so popular now?  What are essential oils?  Essential oils are concentrated essences of plants, collected through the processes of fermentation and distillation. Every plant has a healing or poisonous remedy and companies that specialize in extracting the oil have to be extremely careful there is no poisonous element in the oil when it is delivered to the customer. On top of that, the formulating chemists need to know the proper mix of essential oils in order to produce the desired results, like reducing irritation, producing aromatherapy properties, or even relieving pain.  Why do natural ingredients matter?  Health and beauty industries have always been science. Many products have hyped-up claims of “...

The average price of a professional chemical peel can range from $600 to $900. The procedure can vary widely, though, and can reach up to $6,000 for a really deep peel. You’ve just spent hundreds or thousands of dollars, and now what? Chemical peels are typically a short-term solution to skin irritation, congestion, pigmentation or other issues, but with the right care, you can get the most out of the treatment and see long-term results.  What kinds of chemical peels are there?  There are two kinds of chemical peels. While they are constructed differently, they each work to dissolve and loosen the bonds of dead skin cells, exfoliate the skin, and increase cell turnover. Choosing the right peel, based on your personal skin indications, is the first step in getting the most out of the treatment. An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) peel is typically the most common and does not penetrate the skin too deeply, making it ideal for the general public. AHA peels derive from sugars, lactic ac...

You may have had your acne-fighting routine down pat back when you were 16, but it’s time to switch your strategies now that you’re an adult. There’s no worse feeling than needing to hide pimples and breakouts in your 30s; it can be downright embarrassing, and trying to cope can lead to several skincare mistakes.  Why is adult acne so difficult to get rid of?  Teenage and adult acne are both brought on by hormonal factors. In adults, acne is often caused by external factors (like stress), and internal factors (like insulin and cortisol levels) that are much different than the childhood causes of acne. And unlike childhood or teen acne, adult acne is not something you grow out of, meaning there is no clear-picture end or resolution.  The good news is that no matter what your age, an excellent skincare regimen with carefully formulated acne-fighting products (like Doctor D. Schwab’s Adios Pimples line) can help clear your skin and put an end to adult-onset acne. Here are 5 ...