The Livyond Journal

soursop science, honestly told.

Evidence-based reads on ingredients, rituals, and the science behind radiant skin, inside and out — written by dermatologists, formulators, and the Livyond team.

The Why Behind Livyond Skincare
Skin Science 5 min read

The Why Behind Livyond Skincare

Livyond was born under Soursop by Living Beyond Medicine, founded by Amy Lacey. During a season marked by personal and family health challenges, Amy was introduced to soursop through a chance conversation and discovered a fruit that families in the Caribbean had relied on for over 700 years. What began as...

Livyond Wellness
Livyond Wellness Sep 15, 2025
✨ Why Peptides Power Our Firming Cream
Skin Science 5 min read

✨ Why Peptides Power Our Firming Cream

When it comes to firming skincare, you shouldn’t have to choose between botanical purity and science-backed performance. Our Firming Cream blends both a base of soursop fruit and leaves, Irish sea moss, and fruit stem cells, enhanced with powerful peptides that help skin look youthful, smooth, and radiant. 🌿 What...

Livyond Wellness
Livyond Wellness Sep 15, 2025
An Aesthetician's POV
The Glow Routine 5 min read

An Aesthetician's POV

In 2004, my world changed forever when I lost my mom to breast cancer at just 54 years old. That loss lit a fire in me, a deep need to understand where carcinogens show up in our daily lives and how I could lower that toxic load, for myself and...

Livyond Wellness
Livyond Wellness Sep 17, 2025
The Power of Swiss Apple Stem Cells in Skincare
Skin Science 5 min read

The Power of Swiss Apple Stem Cells in Skincare

In the world of skincare innovation, some of the most powerful breakthroughs come from nature itself. One of the most exciting discoveries in recent years is the use of apple stem cells from the rare Swiss Uttwiler Spätlauber apple—a fruit that is celebrated not for its taste, but for its remarkable...

Livyond Wellness
Livyond Wellness Oct 14, 2025
Why Stabilized Vitamin C Outperforms L-Ascorbic Acid Every Time
Ingredient Deep Dive 6 min read

Why Stabilized Vitamin C Outperforms L-Ascorbic Acid Every Time

Traditional Vitamin C turns orange, irritates skin, and loses potency within weeks. We break down the chemistry of 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate — and why the science says it's simply better.

Livyond Wellness
Sofia Reyes Apr 19, 2026
Soursop: The Antioxidant Fruit Quietly Changing Skincare
Skin Science 8 min read

Soursop: The Antioxidant Fruit Quietly Changing Skincare

It's not a trend — soursop has over 400 published studies behind it. Here's what the science actually says about Annona Muricata and your skin barrier.

Amy Lacey
Amy Lacey Apr 19, 2026
The 5-Step Morning Ritual That Actually Delivers Glow
The Glow Routine 5 min read

The 5-Step Morning Ritual That Actually Delivers Glow

Skipping steps doesn't save time — it costs results. Our formulator walks through the exact layering order that makes every product perform better.

Amy Lacey
Amy Lacey Apr 19, 2026
Sarah's 30-Day Dark Spot Journey — Before & After
Real Results 4 min read

Sarah's 30-Day Dark Spot Journey — Before & After

I didn’t expect much, if I’m being honest. I’ve dealt with dark spots for years—leftover marks from breakouts, sun exposure, and just… life. I’ve tried products that promised quick fixes, and most of the time, nothing really changed. Or worse, my skin would get irritated, and I’d have to stop...

Livyond Wellness
Livyond Wellness Apr 19, 2026
Irish Moss: The Ocean Humectant
Ingredient Deep Dive 7 min read

Irish Moss: The Ocean Humectant

Chondrus Crispus is loaded with 92 minerals and a unique carrageenan complex. We explain exactly how it works as a barrier-support ingredient.

Amy Lacey
Amy Lacey Apr 19, 2026
Soursop & Ginger Morning Glow Elixir
Recipes 3 min read

Soursop & Ginger Morning Glow Elixir

A 3-ingredient drink that pairs perfectly with your Livyond routine. Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich, and genuinely delicious — made in under 5 minutes.

Amy Lacey
Amy Lacey Apr 19, 2026
Plant Stem Cells & Skin Aging: What Does the Research Actually Say?
Ingredient Deep Dive 9 min read

Plant Stem Cells & Skin Aging: What Does the Research Actually Say?

From Swiss apple to orange stem cells — we separate the peer-reviewed from the marketing noise, and explain why cellular regeneration skincare is different.

Livyond Wellness
Livyond Wellness Apr 19, 2026
The Electrolyte–Skin Connection Nobody Talks About
Skin Science 6 min read

The Electrolyte–Skin Connection Nobody Talks About

Dehydrated cells show up on your face first. Here's the science linking internal electrolyte balance to skin plumpness, barrier function, and glow.

Amy Lacey
Amy Lacey Apr 19, 2026