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Wondering what active ingredients in skincare are? Experts break down everything you need to know—and recommend their favorites. Turn over any skincare product and you’ll likely be met with an ingredient list full of long words you don’t recognize. You might also sometimes notice labels break those words out into two different categories: active skincare […]

If you want a true “beach glow,” there may be no better place to look than the ocean itself. Seaweed, the overarching name for all different species of marine algae, is having a major moment in the skincare world. You’re likely already familiar with the health benefits of seaweed varieties like nori, wakame, and dulse, […]

As exciting as the world of skincare is (hello, trendy new gadgets, and pretty packaging), it can all be quite confusing, too. In fact, though you might already have all the necessary core products stocked in your bathroom cabinet, it’s understandable if you’re frankly unsure what the correct order of skincare products should be. It […]

Have you ever noticed how a blemish can improve by the hour? Over time, it starts to look lighter and flatter, until it eventually disappears completely—almost like magic. Except, there’s nothing magical about it. Instead, skin cell turnover is the reason blemishes eventually vanish. If you’re into skincare, you’ve probably heard this term before. In […]

When people talk about hormones, it’s often in relation to how they affect things like mood and energy levels, PMS symptoms, libido, and metabolism. But the truth is, these vital chemical messengers can have a profound effect on your skin, too. If you’ve ever dealt with hormonal acne you’re probably well aware of this, but […]

Perhaps you’ve heard about microdermabrasion treatments at your go-to spa or derm’s office and the rejuvenating benefits they can yield for your skin. Or maybe you’ve coveted a celebrity’s super-smooth skin and wished you too had access to all of the latest skin treatments. But we’re letting you in on a little secret: Yes, you […]

What’s the deal with probiotics for skin? Here, we’ll uncover the benefits of probiotic skincare and fermented ingredients in both topical and supplement forms. If probiotics had a motto, it very well could be “in with the good, out with the bad.” Of course, we’re talking about good and bad bacteria—and probiotics are one of […]

Dealing with bacne or buttne? A dermatologist details the primary causes of body acne, as well as five tips and treatments that can help in your quest to clear your body breakouts. Similar to facial breakouts, body acne can trigger discomfort and, worse, diminished self-confidence. It’s also tricky to treat, since the causes of body […]

Curious about collagen, but don’t know where to start with this supplement? It’s (collagen) is everywhere these days. But when should you add this superstar supplement to your regimen? Also, when is the best time to take collagen: morning or night? Let’s find out. First, what is collagen? Collagen is a type of protein found […]

An esthetician helps us unpack dehydrated skin vs. dry skin. Plus: how to deal with sebaceous filaments and dry skin and how to hydrate skin like a pro in three simple steps. Upon relocating from NYC to LA, my skin appeared to be having an identity crisis. I was experiencing excess oil interspersed with dry, […]

At long last, we’re in the thick of summer. With this season comes warmer temperatures and more time spent outdoors. Naturally, this leads to greater sun exposure. While sunlight helps produce vitamin D in the body (which is important for many aspects of physical and mental health), at the same time, UV exposure is also […]

Gaby Vaca-Flores, RDN, CLE, shares the benefits of supplementing with polypodium leucotomos extract for sun and skin protection. Hopefully, most of us automatically remember to protect our skin with sunscreen. But did you know that you can level up your routine with edible sun protection? In fact, a certain tropical plant has been making waves […]