Beauty News

I wanted to share a quick story with you about why I believe one of the greatest anti-wrinkle, anti-aging secret is the act of forgiveness. Everyone has people they need to forgive, right? But it can be such a difficult thing to do and we know it doesn’t just happen overnight. Over the years, I myself, have had some extreme hurts to let go of and forgive. I was miserable until I forgave, and then the weight of the world was lifted. I was able to move forward and live a happier life. But, these days, “an eye for an...

There are three factors that directly affect the health of your skin. They are the foods you eat, your level of stress, and the products you use to care for your skin. If you are experiencing dry or troubled skin, you may want to begin looking at those three things as they apply to your personal situation. First, are you eating the right foods? You don’t have to be on some special diet to have great skin, but it’s important to not indulge in processed foods too often and consume a balance of protein, vegetables and fruits, and the right...

Growing up, you likely heard things like: Chewing gum stays in your stomach for five years. Don’t swim for at least a half an hour after you’ve eaten. Don't crack your knuckles or you'll get arthritis.  Yep. These are the things we’ve been told to believe, but they are myths. Now it’s time to debunk 3 common skincare myths: Myth #1 - Pores Open and Close Many of us have gone through life believing that our skin pores open up when the air is warm and close up when it is cold. But the truth is, our pores do not have tiny little muscles that make...

Ready to be amazed? With all that we've been through in the last twelve months, we can all use a little good news and inspiration. At Magnolia Skin Essentials, our brand is all about inspiration and meaningful stories that reveal the strength and beauty of women. That's why I'm excited to bring you this video of my interview with Khayla Butler, a sought-after realtor here in the Charleston, SC area. You will love hearing Khayla's story of perseverance through incredibly difficult times as a very young woman and I predict will offer you hope and courage no matter what challenges you...

Everybody loves a good story, and today we're focusing on an important one; the story behind Magnolia Skin Essentials and the "how and why" founder and owner Lisa Duffy created this up and coming clean skincare business. Question: You haven't always been creating amazing skin care products, so share with us what you have done and why you are doing this now. Lisa Duffy: I’ve spent 20 years as an author, speaker, and divorce recovery coach helping people heal and rebuild their lives after divorce. It was hard work, but there was a tremendous amount of joy When the time...