Jenna's Journal is where lip gloss and skincare come together, written by the woman behind both Glossed By Jenna and Skin by Jenna Marie. Here you'll find esthetician-backed skincare guides, honest answers to the skincare questions you've always wondered about, lip gloss tips and shade guides, and the real story behind building two brands from the ground up. Whether you're here for the science behind your favorite ingredient or just want to get to know Jenna a little better, this is where it all lives, one post at a time.
Jenna's Journal
Latest Entries
Chemical Peels: The Complete Guide to What They Are, How They Work, and What to Expect
Chemical peels are one of the most misunderstood treatments in esthetics. The word "peel" conjures images of dramatic...
How to Make Your Lip Gloss Last Longer (Without Sacrificing the Glow)
Let's just acknowledge the truth upfront: lip gloss is not a set-it-and-forget-it product. It's not meant to be.
The Best Facial for Acne-Prone Skin: What Actually Works
Acne is the most common skin condition I treat, and it's also the one surrounded by the most misinformation. Clients ...
The History of Lip Gloss: From Disco Era Glam to Modern-Day Glow
If you've ever swiped on a coat of gloss and felt instantly more put-together, you're participating in a beauty ritua...
The Complete Guide to Pink Lip Gloss: Finding Your Perfect Shade of Pink
Pink is one of the most beloved and most diverse shade families in lip gloss. When someone says they want "a pink glo...
Lip Gloss vs. Lipstick: How to Choose the Right One for Every Situation
The lip gloss vs. lipstick conversation is one that every beauty lover has had with themselves at least a hundred tim...
Combination Skin: Managing Two Skin Types at Once
Combination skin is simultaneously the most common skin type and the most frequently mismanaged. The confusion is und...
Hormonal Acne: Why It Happens and What Actually Helps
Hormonal acne is one of the most frustrating types of acne to deal with — partly because it tends to be cyclical and ...
The Best Lip Gloss Ingredients for Dry Lips (And What to Avoid)
Dry lips and lip gloss can feel like a complicated relationship. You reach for gloss because your lips look and feel ...