Wrinkles, dark spots and damage – oh my! When it comes to predicting what your future skin might look like, there can be quite a few spine-tingling “what ifs.” What if I didn’t wear enough sunscreen? What if I started using retinol too late? What if I didn’t moisturize enough?  Fear not! While there’s no changing the past, it’s never too late to instill good skincare habits.  When you commit to preventing damage and preserving skin health NOW, you can...

  When it comes to skincare, everyone is different. What your skin needs can vary greatly depending on your skin type, age, and environment. . But there are two products that come dermatologist-recommended as essentials in *everyone’s* skincare routine, no matter your skin type: retinol and sunscreen. By now, most of us understand the importance of daily sunscreen wear. It not only protects your skin from melanoma, but also from sun damage, which can prematurely age your skin (think: sun...

What is BB Cream? Everything you need to know. BB Creams have been around for decades – since the 1960s to be exact. But despite its massive popularity in more recent years thanks to K-beauty, it remains an enigma to so many of us. What exactly is BB Cream? Who should use it? How is it different from tinted moisturizer? Can it replace my foundation? Great questions, we’d love to tell you! What is BB Cream? BB Cream has many...

Hair extensions have been hugely popular for years, not only help women achieve that extra boost of confidence, but to also assist with hair loss, hair thinning, and overall hair enhancement. Since COVID19, many women have been experiencing hair loss, otherwise known as the medical term, “Telogen Effluvium”. Telogen Effluvium is a form of temporary hair loss that usually happens after stress, a shock, or a traumatic event. The stress from these events pushes a large number of hair follicles...

We’re thrilled that our beloved Mineral Tinted Crème SPF 30 won the Best Tinted Mineral Sunscreen in the SELF Healthy Beauty Awards SPF category for 2022!  As an independent brand, it’s an honor to be in the company of so many wonderful brands.  The Review:  Bonus points, per the experts: This tinted sunscreen is formulated with vitamin C, which dermatologists love for brightening dark spots and protecting skin from environmental damage. You’ll also find green tea extract, a calming ingredient that soothes redness,...

Ah, sweet summertime! As the temperature warms up, wardrobes transition, and beauty routines lighten up too. Capturing the ethereal look of a “summer glow” is now a top beauty goal. But, how do you “glow” safely without risking damage to your skin?  For a bunch of skin and sun care fanatics at MDSOLARSCIENCES, we’re all about that glow! That’s why we’re thrilled to have launched Gleam + Glow, a dermatologist developed radiance moisturizer that safely delivers that glow all year...

When we think of summer, sunny days with our toes in the sand or relaxing poolside are the first images that come to mind. While sunscreen is a must on those days and always top of mind, did you know that 90% of sun damage comes from unprotected daily exposure?  Many people only use sunscreen on hot summer days or for sun-filled outdoor activities like going to the beach or pool. The reality is that daily UV exposure from bike...

4 ways we improved our packaging to be more eco-friendly Did you know? The beauty industry produces 120 billion units of packaging annually, a lot of which is single-use, made from plastic, not sustainable, often isn’t recycled properly, and never ever breaks down. Even worse? A staggering 91% of that packaging ends up in landfills and oceans, finding its way into the bellies and around the necks of innocent sea creatures. This number was unsettling to us. It inspired us...

Your Dermatologist Approved Skincare Routine for Spring and Summer  Long sunny days and hot, dry, or humid weather impact skin differently than colder and darker months.  When the weather warms up, we all look forward to swapping out sweaters for sundresses. Just as you change out your wardrobe, you need to transition your skincare routine for the spring and summer months.  This change should be as simple as throwing on your favorite linen dress.  Here are a few simple steps...

New season, new skincare routine! As always with summer, SPF is the main character (all year round, of course, but especially now). We know, SPF may feel like an obligatory step in your routine, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a step you look forward to! Summer 2022 is bound to continue riding the wave of recent skincare trends – from sustainable, vegan formulas to lightweight, barely-there feel to multitasking benefits. Check out our predictions for the summer season,...