Class is about to be back in session, and for many that can be a very stressful situation. As we approach the return to the classroom, parents and students may face anxiety. Back-to-school is stressful for families even in the best of times; now lay on the financial burden many face in wake of a potential recession, and the burnout from having the kids home all summer. It’s almost like many parents can’t catch a break. 

While you think most would look forward to sending their kids off to school, the process is just another thing added to their never-ending to-do list. Enrolling in classes, school shopping, tuition fees, extra curricular activities … and that is just the half of it. 

So how do you suppress your anxiety as a parent? 

The best thing you can do is openly communicate. Share with your family, and your child your process on getting them prepped and ready for the beginning of the school year, then delegate some of the tasks that you have to fulfill with your village. If you have no support, start early. Don’t let the deadlines sneak up on you. Little by little finish off pending tasks needed for your child to go back to school. 

Most importantly, take a little time for yourself. The extra stress and anxiety will surely show itself in your appearance. Making sure you prioritize your own wellbeing by carving out a little extra time before you start doing all of the tasks for your children.

Wake up an hour earlier, find some alone time to do self-care like using our 3-Step Awakening System to handle the general basics of your skincare need. 

You may not have the time to do all of your skincare routine, but this 3-step system ensures that you handle the most important facts: CLEANSE, TONE, MOISTURIZE. 

Then, focus on continuing to take a little bit of ‘me-time’ during the day. We like to call these moments: pockets of peace, where you cut off the world and focus on your inner peace, your feelings, and enjoying the moment. 

Your moment of peace could look like you enjoying the YELLE Self-care Playlist that we recently added to the site.  

The Best Way To Save: Black Friday In JULY!

Did you grow up in one of those households that tried to cut corners at all costs? Well in 2023, when the US dollar isn’t as valuable as it was before, we could all stand to use some of those childhood lessons we learned about saving and stretching our dollar. 

In actuality, Black Friday in July stemmed long before Amazon Prime Day ever existed. In fact major retailers like Best Buy and Target were one of the first to ever adopt the term. However, Amazon made this day a major power move bringing about huge sales that makes everyone want to shop, shop, shop!

Now what should you do with Black Friday in July sale wins?! Here are a few things Team YELLE came up with to make sense of spending your hard earned cash.

STOCK UP. 

With Black Friday in July, you’re able to refresh your home inventory before the real Black Friday Sale, making it easier for you to save more on products and put away products for a rainy day. 

THINK OF OTHERS. 

Now’s the time for you to look out for everyone that you care about. Grow skincare items for you, and the entire family. Your kids are heading back to school and they need their FRESH Start Collection to be locked and loaded!

Host a gift exchange

I mean, since we are doing a Black Friday sale –why not go on and have Christmas in JULY? Have a fun pamper session with the girls –incorporate the complete kit, a bottle of rosè, and Mariah Carey Holiday playlist!

Shower your friends with a YELLE Stocking Stuffer, like the Awakening Eye Cream or the Fresh Start Mask(s). 

Whatever you choose, make sure that you make the memories, while saving a pretty penny too. 

Most of us know how expensive things can be during warmer months. We have to wait until the end of the year to take advantage of big sales. Not anymore! 

Heading into July 2023, with Black Friday in July, most people shopped apparel (51%), home goods and appliances (48%) and consumer electronics (44%); but YELLE Skincare thinks it’s a good time to offer a huge sale so that you can enjoy your major savings just like it’s our usual BLACK FRIDAY sale in November. 

So take advantage! Head over to YELLE Skincare and take our SKIN QUIZ to learn exactly what products your skin needs in order to thrive with a glow like no other. Once you get your skin results, shop one of our kits or bundles that caters to your results. 

Did you know that seasonal depression can affect us in more ways than you know? 1 in 10 people are affected by SAD during summer, and most go without any coping or treatment therapy. Why? Because many don’t believe you can experience any low moments during summer. The sun is shining, the days are lower, so we just don’t feel any need to treat underlying issues that one may have and not recognize. 

Nonetheless, those who are experiencing Summer Blues know that it can be difficult to cope. Many who suffer feel they’re supposed to be having fun, but their symptoms prevent them from doing so, leading to isolation. 

Maybe you’re one of these people. Maybe you know someone who seems to be in a particularly foul mood this summer. While everyone is at the beach, taking walks outside and having backyard barbecues, you’re sitting there thinking, when will summer just end already?

This can be especially true for teenagers who are out of school and away from their normal everyday routine. For many, Teens with depression require structure and schedules to keep their minds and their bodies focused and occupied. During the summer, all of the structure and scheduling from school related activities goes out the window, leaving most teenagers with too much free time. This allows their minds to wander. Summer also comes with isolation and school provides teenagers with opportunities to remain connected with others by building relationships and friendships. These relationships help combat depression.

When you are stressed and anxious, your skin suffers. You want to ensure your teen is consistently using their FRESH START Collection to incorporate a consistent skincare routine that they can maintain on their own. 

If you’re experiencing Summer Blues as an adult, you may need a switch in your scenery, or to unwind from all of the tasks you experience every single day. The most common form of depression is clinical depression which can be triggered by sudden loss (a loved one, an important role like your job or a chronic illness like cancer or thyroid issues). Immediately after that is melancholia depression which can be triggered by environmental factors, trauma or more. 

As adults we go through so much in life and don’t realize how it’s affecting us because we are operating out of survival. It’s time to thrive again. You deserve to GLOW, sis. 

While you’re focused on your mental health, let’s prioritize feeling our best all across the board with our Bundle Kit. It’s perfectly paired with the 3-Piece YELLE Awakening Essential items, an aromatherapy candle and an ultra relaxing playlist to bring about peace and tranquility. 

What does aromatherapy do for your well-being? It is known to relieve pain, discomfort, improve mood, and promote a sense of relaxation. In fact, several essential oils, including lavender, rose, orange, bergamot, lemon, sandalwood, and others, have been shown to relieve anxiety, stress, and depression.

It’s the perfect way to fight back to feel good again during summer. After all, you should be focused on enjoying the extra hours of sunshine while you have them for the next few months. 

For centuries black people have run from the sun. Society has taught us that it is more dangerous to our brown skin to be out in the sun too long. We fear becoming darker, we shield ourselves from over-exposure … but little did we know, we actually need more sunlight than we think. The truth is, the more melanin, the more sun you need to regulate your vitamin D. 

While the sun can indeed be harmful, speed up the aging process of the skin, expose us to harmful levels of radiation, it can also have some good effects, too. 

With the proper amount of sun protection in place, the positive effects of the sun can go far beyond what you might expect. Here are two key  benefits that a dose of sunshine can provide to keep both you and your skin feeling great

The Sun Produces Nutrients Your Skin Needs

Many people, especially women of color experience low levels of Vitamin D. But that can be a problem, considering vitamin D is a key component in maintaining healthy bones and skin. It’s also essential in maintaining a healthy body in general, from fighting fatigue, maintaining a good mood, stomach sensitivity, gut health and so much more. Your body needs Vitamin D, and the release of its serotonin level. When serotonin levels in our bodies are just right, there's a greater likelihood for your body to heal itself naturally by blood clotting, wound healing, and the new growth of skin cells. This means that your skin’s care needs serotonin. 

The more you enjoy sunlight and vitamin d, the better off your skin will be. 

We often think about how the sun can damage skin, but for people with certain skin conditions, the sun can actually be a kind of medicine. For instance, psoriasis and eczema cause rashes and lesions; natural UV exposure can actually heal the skin. 

But even for those who don't have specific skin issues, taking in a few UV rays may give you a healthy glow. Research shows that sunshine can actually nourish the skin; paired with a healthy skincare routine like using YELLE’s Essential Kit before heading in the sun each day. 

Remember to treat and repair your skin each day before bedtime. The Awakening Serum will restore damaged cells for a more youthful, more even toned complexion. 

In fact, vitamin D has an active form as calcitriol, and contributes to skin cell growth, repair, and metabolism. This is important because these key ingredients fight aging prematurely.

Great skin may have a massive impact on your outward appearance, but it starts from within. Moderate sun exposure is associated with all kinds of health benefits, so don't be afraid to enjoy the benefits of the sun. As long as you're smart about how (and when) you catch some rays, you can safely look forward to whatever tomorrow's sunrise brings your way

Whether you are a transitioning (transgender) man or woman, the treatments and surgeries that can help you reach your goals can also be the source of drastic skin changes. Scarring, dry skin, acne, hair loss, and hair growth are the most common side effects you’ll likely face on your way to the life you want.

Let’s discuss the changes one may experience when transitioning. 

Hormones Go Haywire.

The first medical step in the process for both male to female (MTF) women and female to male (FTM) men is usually hormone therapy. But hormones affect the skin in many ways.

Male to Female (MTF) Women commonly take estrogen to feminize their features. While estrogen can help the breasts develop, increase body fat and slow the growth of body and facial hair, it also reduces sebum production. Sebum plays an important role in keeping your skin healthy. Sebum is a substance that provides a protective coating for your skin to help it retain moisture. Most of your sebaceous glands connect to your hair follicles.

If you are already prone to dry skin, estrogen therapy may cause itching and dry skin. This is where you want to ensure you’re using your YELLE Awakening Serum for dry skin to lock in moisture. The Serum is suspended in a concentrated base of pure vegan hyaluronic acid to plump skin cells and protect and restore. It’s also sealed with Vitamin C to promote healthy skin cells to regrow as you transition. 

If you are transitioning from female to male, it’s common to take hormonal supplements formulated from testosterone. Unlike estrogen, testosterone increases sebum production. Severe acne is often the result, especially in the beginning. Hormonal acne causes deep, painful cysts and nodules. As it clears, scars often appear. Topical creams and oral antibiotic medications are the first line of treatment; but it’s also important to maintain healthy skin at home. Sweeping away dead skin cells with our Awakening Toner is a sure way to quench your face and let beauty reign. Feed thirsty skin and restore the skin's surfaces with this Awakening Toner. 

There is tremendous misunderstanding (and often misinformation) about what transition means. Assumptions and beliefs are often influenced by political rhetoric and legal concerns. It is important to be well-informed, because the type and degree of transition your child pursues can vary enormously. This is a long and gradual process that may transpire over years. Allow the person transitioning, and your family to have grace. Be understanding even when you don’t understand. They need your support to get through the long and unknowing journey ahead.