
Alethea’s Skincare Tips
Alethea Tinkle is an absolute skincare guru and aesthetician extraordinaire. It is her job, it is her hobby, it is her passion. She is the perfect blend of beauty and science and loves to stay current on both in order to bring the latest and greatest to her clients at Bella.
If you do not find the skincare tips or answers you are looking for, we encourage you to Ask Alethea.
The Biggest Skincare Myths Out There
One of the things that stops many people from having amazing skin is not being able to discern fact from fiction. Nope, it's not laziness or not wanting to invest in the right products - in fact, it's the total opposite of that! I've lost count of the number of...
The Biggest Skincare No-Nos
We all want healthy, glowing skin, don't we? I know I certainly do! As a professional aesthetician, I often have clients come into my medspa and share issues they're having when it comes to their skin. More often than not, many of these problems are caused by common...
How To Keep Your Skin Hydrated All Winter Long
Winters can wreak havoc on our skin. Dryness, itchiness, and irritation are some of the major issues most of my clients face once temperatures begin dropping. It makes sense, really! Cold conditions outside leave your skin feeling raw, while indoorsy heat creates...
3 Things You Can Do At Home For Gorgeous Skin
While professional treatments certainly help, there's nothing better you can do for your skin than looking after it right from home. As a professional aesthetician, I love researching and trying out the latest technology in the skincare industry, and while lasers and...
Skincare for the Gym: How to Take Care of Your Skin Before & After a Workout
Exercising is one of the most important steps to a healthy body and mind. Not only does working out make you feel refreshed, energized, and looking great, but getting your heart pumping on a regular basis can help you make your skin look better than ever. With that...
Biggest Acne Myths and Why They’re Wrong
Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in the USA (and the entire world, for that matter). Nearly 85% of Americans are affected by acne at least once in their lives, so it doesn't come as a surprise that there are hundreds of myths around the condition. As a...
Should You Moisturize Active Acne?
So you've mastered your skincare routine and are doing all the right things — uneven skin tones and dark spots are part of the past, but you're now facing a new problem you never thought would be: adult acne. Adult acne can be a result of a myriad of things, including...
Skincare Ingredients You Should Never Mix
Some things are simply not meant to be, and while I totally believe you can achieve anything you put your mind to, on this occasion, I'm talking about skincare ingredients. Simply put, some ingredients are simply meant to work on their own, especially when it comes to...
How to Reduce Pimples in Times of Emergency
Pimples show up riiiiight when you least need them to. Got a date this weekend? Your BFF's wedding? Yep, it's 100% going to show up. Don't take it from me - it's science. The good news is that an inconvenient pimple doesn't have to ruin your day. There are super...
Essentials for Skincare in Your 40s
Good skincare habits should start early, but they can look a little different once you reach the fourth floor. By the time we reach our 40s, our skin turnover is much, much slower than it was in our 20s or 30s. What that means is that, essentially, healing from things...
Best Skincare Products & Treatments for Men
When we think of skincare regimens and eye serums, we immediately think of women. It's not surprising, really, especially when you consider most marketing efforts in the industry are aimed at the female gender. I think it's about time we talk about skincare for men....
Easy Skincare Routine For Busy Moms
As an active mom, farm owner, and business owner, you can imagine my schedule tends to be pretty chaotic. One thing most of my clients have a hard time believing is that my skincare routine is actually pretty simple. I never go over the top with my morning skincare...
Healthy Skin Vacation Tips for the Beach!
Summer is just around the corner and it looks like we might ACTUALLY get to celebrate the season with sun, sea, and sand! I don't know about you, but I'm soooo ready for a vacation. 2021 has been a pretty busy year with the opening of Bella's second location in...
Benefits of Using a Jade Roller
Jade rollers have become super popular in the past few years, but they aren’t actually new. They date back to the 7th century in China, but jade has been used for skincare long before that. Jade is cool to the touch, so it works as a natural skincare device to improve...
Remedies for Under Eye Bags
Looking for remedies for under eye bags that actually work? Under eye bags are a common concern for many, and even though they can be caused by a million factors, the best way to get rid of them in the long term is by making some easy changes in your daily habits....
Waxing Tips: Do’s & Don’ts
New to waxing? Waxing is one of the most popular ways to get rid of unwanted hair because, unlike shaving, it lasts for several weeks. It’s wonderful not having to deal with excess body hair for a month, but the waxing process is definitely not a fun one - especially...
Vitamin C in Skincare
Vitamin C is often found in skincare products both for the face and for the body. Vitamin C is one of the best vitamins for skincare in the sense that it encourages new collagen to grow, protects your skin from sun damage, fades pigmentation, and so many more benefits...
Vacation Skincare Obsessions
Spending time at the beach or on a summer vacation is relaxing and rejuvenating for your mind, but your skin may need some extra care both during and after your trip. Although you should be practicing good skincare habits every day of the year, it’s easy to slip up...
7 Benefits of Exfoliating
Is your skin looking dull lately? Dull skin can be a symptom of a myriad of issues, including stress! If you're looking for a quick and effective way to instantly brighten your face and make your skin look and feel better, one of my biggest skincare tips is to start...
Adult Acne Tips For Clear Skin
Nothing is worse than finally growing out of your awkward teenage years only to find out that acne is still a thing in your life. Who wants to deal with pimples and acne when you now also have to worry about fine lines and wrinkles? I know I certainly don’t! Adult...
Things Women With Glowing Skin Always Do
We all have that one friend who has gorgeous skin. While genetics does play a role in our skin health, there are some things that women with great skin always do to keep their glow. While using the right products is always a game-changer, sometimes all it takes to get...
6 Habits That Are Messing Up Your Skin (And How To Fix Them)
We all want good, healthy skin, don't we? As an aesthetician, I often have clients come in with issues from common skincare mistakes that could easily be resolved by committing to a change of habits. Common skincare mistakes we are probably all guilty of can cause so...
Best Vitamins for Clear Skin That You Need in Your Skincare Routine
You could get all the best cleansers, serums, and moisturizers in the market, but if you're not nourishing your body with the right vitamins, you'll never get your skin to look as healthy and glowy as you'd like it to be. If you're anything like me, you love eating...
Essentials For Skincare in Your 30s
Congrats on making it to your 30s! Seriously, our twenties can be messy and they're probably one of the most confusing times for any human being. Somehow, things only start to make more sense once you reach the so-called "dreaded thirties". One thing I did like about...
Summer Skincare Tips To Get A Natural Glow
Girls just wanna have… healthy and glowing skin! Summer is just around the corner and all I can think of lately is getting that glow on my skin back after such a harsh winter. Even though I LOVE summers, I have to admit they can be tough on my skin. Premature aging,...
Alethea’s Mommy Makeover Secrets
If you follow me on my personal Instagram, you’re probably up to date already with the newest member of my family, Luca. He was born in June, something most people have a hard time believing because I certainly don’t look as though I gave birth to my third kiddo so...
Maskne! It’s a Real Thing!
Face masks are now an essential part of our lives. While many of us try to make the best of it by getting cute ones to match our outfits, there’s definitely an unfortunate side-effect to wearing masks on the daily: mask-related acne. Or, as we like to call it,...
Healthy, Energized Skin With 5 Easy Tips
We all know some of the basic rules for general health are drink water, exercise and get enough sleep. I agree with all of the above. And this also applies to encouraging healthy skin as well. Great quality sleep in particular refreshes the skin and gives you a...
Skincare Tips to Prep for Special Occasions
Holiday parties, weddings, vacations, reunions, interviews, photo sessions, public speaking engagements! I love hearing about your upcoming events when you want to put your best face forward. These big occasions may cause mixed feelings of big excitement and a little...
How to Have Glowing Skin
Most children, like my own, have glowing skin simply by virtue of being young. But, in your 20s, dullness begins to cast its shadow on your skin as skin cell turnover slows to once a month. By your 50s, the shedding rate has continuously slowed to once every two...
Good Skincare Habits Should Start Early
As a professional aesthetician, I’m here to help you help your skin. When dealing with good skincare habits, there’s always a few basics to keep in mind, especially for my youngest clients. The main thing is consistency and following a consistent routine with the...
Alethea’s Morning Skincare Routine
I’m the small business owner of Bella Medspa, a wife, a mom to two young children and an equestrian, as most of you know. These are all big things that I love and need my attention daily. So, I follow a simple morning routine to keep my outlook on the busy day ahead...
Is Laser Hair Removal Worth It?
Anyone who knows me knows the breezy tops and shorter skirts that arrive with the warm weather are one reason I love spring. Jackets come off as we move outdoors to restaurant and office patios. Soon, summer will be here with swimsuits and trips to the pool and the...
Puffy Eyes? Here are some of the causes … and cures!
One cause of puffy eyes is excess salt in your diet. Another cause is your sleep position, because when you lie down horizontally, gravity pushes fluid into the bags under your eyes. Finally, allergies can play a role in puffiness. Don't worry! We have a few remedies...