Skin & Wellness Education

Most people think SPF tells them how long their sunscreen lasts. It doesn’t. SPF  stands for Sun Protection Factor . It measures how strong a sunscreen is at protecting your skin from UVB rays  — the rays responsible for sunburn, inflammation, and long-term skin damage. What SPF does not  tell you is how long that protection remains on your skin after you apply it. This misunderstanding is one of the biggest reasons people continue to struggle with dark spots, melasma, uneven

Discover how boosting serotonin and endorphins can naturally improve your skin, mood, and glow — from the inside out. If you’ve ever left Chona Spa  feeling light, calm, and glowing after a facial or massage, there’s real science behind that feeling. That post-treatment bliss? It’s thanks to two powerful brain chemicals: endorphins  and serotonin . As a licensed esthetician , I believe glowing skin truly starts from within. Let’s explore how these feel-good chemicals work — a