Miiko Blog
Gua Sha & Jade Rollers: Lymphatic Drainage for the Face
Gua Sha and Jade Rollers are becoming increasingly more popular in the natural skincare industry for their purpose of massaging facial lymph.
Lymphatic massage around the face is great for promoting circulation to the tissues and reduce puffiness. Tools such as Gua Sha, Jade Rollers, or even hand massage are great for facial lymphatic massage.
My Skin Story
10 Common Skin Symptoms in the Fall
Ever wonder why your skin changes from season to season? Here are 10 skin changes you may be noticing this fall and learn the seasonal, hormonal and lifestyle causes behind them.
Your Most Common Skin Questions
Do you have adult acne? Curious about how many times per week you should exfoliate? Ever wondered what the purpose of a toner is for? If you have questions about your skin and natural solutions check out this blog!
How to Choose the Right Sunscreen this Summer
The skin is our body's largest organ, and sunscreen is one of the few skincare products that we apply to almost every inch of our bodies! Before you buy any sunscreen this summer please take the time to learn how sunscreen works, the ingredients to look out for, and why sunscreen should be used more cautiously and mindfully for the sake of the marine environment and health of our planet.
How do I know if a serum is for me?
In our previous blog post, we covered exactly what a serum is; now we want to help you select which serum is best for your uniquely beautiful skin! Education is your best tool when you’re shopping, so there are a few things to consider when you’re reading a serum’s ingredient list. Read on to find out which Miiko Serum is best for and what ingredients to keep an eye out for on labels.
Top 5 Tips for Healthy Winter Skin
The winter months are a tricky time for many of us when it comes to our skincare regimen and health. It's a time of extremes for our skin between cold wind and weather outside, and hot showers and turning up the heat indoors. Read on for our top tips to keep your skin hydrated, happy and healthy in the winter months...
Essential Oils for Aging Gracefully
Essential oils represent a high concentration of plant medicine all which have therapeutic benefits to creating lasting regenerative effects on the skin. We chose to avoid the term "anti-aging" because aging is natural and inevitable, so instead, we use positive terminology to encourage acceptance and honor aging. As we go through the different stages of life, the skin changes with hormonal fluctuations, exposure to sun, different dietary patterns, stress, and of course, life experience. High-quality oils can do wonders to help the skin's elasticity, health and overall appearance.
Essential Oils for Acne Prone Skin
Essential oils are powerful plant-based medicines with a multitude of therapeutic benefits. The abundant amount of information about which oils target certain skin conditions can be overwhelming! To simplify things we have decided to put together a list including our favorite essential oils for acne-prone skin types as well as the essential oils we chose not to use in Miiko Skin Co face care.
Top Tips for Skin Refreshment
Has it been a tough summer for your skin? From wildfire smoke to record breaking heat waves, our bodies (and Mother Nature) have been put through the ringer. With the change in season around the corner, it can be a good time to give your skin some extra TLC and find a bit of extra time for your routines.
Is your skin is feeling a little clogged up from the smoke, hot & humid temperatures, or from a summer filled with a bit too fun much? If so, here are our best tips for some skin loving refreshment!
Can Natural Oils provide Sun Protection?
Lately we have been getting lots of questions regarding natural ingredients/oils (raspberry seed oil, carrot seed oil, coconut oil, etc.) and whether or not they can be used as an SPF product.
In this blog post, we will try to explain all the information for you!
