Oily Skin

Struggle with excess oil, breakouts, or skin sensitivity? Derms list the top pore-clogging ingredients worth nixing in your routine. If you’ve ever used a new skincare product only to wake up with a fresh breakout the next morning, then you, my friend, have first-hand experience with pore-clogging ingredients. The trouble with finding formulas that won’t […]

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, […]

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 […]

Is charcoal good for your skin? If so, what are the benefits? This guide to activated charcoal for skin has answers to these questions and more. Skincare trends come and go. But in terms of hyped-up ingredients, one of the power players with proven longevity—particularly for oily and acne-prone skin—is activated charcoal. To learn more […]

Should you double cleanse your skin? Here’s what an esthetician says. Plus: the benefits of double cleansing and how to choose the best oil cleanser for your skin type. When it comes to skincare, it seems like there’s a new trend at any given moment. One day, skin fasting is all the rage. The next, […]

I’ve long been on a quest for clear, matte, beautiful skin. Paired with the fact that I’m turning 30 in late July 2019—and now have to contend with gravity, wrinkles, and fine lines—you could say that with greater age, comes greater (skincare) responsibilities. Always on the lookout for the best and latest treatments, my ears […]