Skin Barrier

Continually on the hunt for healthy, glowing skin? Of course, you could include topical vitamin C and similar brightening actives in your skincare regimen… but there are other *creative* ways to achieve a lit-from-within complexion. Perhaps the most fun of the bunch: engaging in regular bedtime activity. Yep, the sexual afterglow is totally legit, expert-vetted, […]

Want to step up your skincare game? Try adding ceramides to the mix. Below, experts break down everything to know about ceramides in skin care—from how they work to the benefits they offer. If you’re skincare-obsessed, you’ve likely heard about how ceramides are like magic for your complexion. But if you’re not a skincare guru […]

What is skin cycling? Dermatologists break down everything to know about the popular skincare practice—including the benefits and the drawbacks. It seems like there’s a new beauty trend going viral on the internet every day. And while most are debunked by dermatologists (think: using at-home filler pens, applying raw lemon juice to your skin, and […]

Did you know your body houses more than just one microbiome? There are actually four major human microbiome types, and each one is important to your overall health. Here, experts explain what you can do to cultivate healthy microbiomes.  By now, it’s no secret that certain bacteria are on your side, health-wise. In fact, you […]

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 […]

So—you have a multi-step skincare routine, take your vitamins, and eat a balanced diet. While that’s great for your complexion and health alike, when’s the last time you thought about how pollution affects your skin? Moreover, should those living amidst natural landscapes be as concerned as city dwellers? What are the side effects of pollution […]

Nourish your dry skin—both in winter and year round—with these esthetician-approved DIY hydrating face masks. Our skin reacts to cooler temps as if flipping a switch. One day, a cool, dry wind passes through, and instantly we’re dry, flaking, inflamed, and impervious to our summer moisturizers. That’s because lower temperatures typically mean low humidity, which […]

A seasoned grooming editor gives us a master class on men’s skin with tips, tricks, and surprising insights. Plus: how to create your own men’s skincare routine. Calling all the guys out there: Your skin could use more love. Garrett Munce, grooming editor for Esquire and Men’s Health and author of Self-Care For Men, teaches […]

When it comes to skincare, we’re inundated with products. Seriously: The global skincare industry is a $124 billion game. “Doing the most” isn’t always a bad thing, especially when it comes to your health and wellness. But when do we start going overboard when it comes to masking, scrubbing, and lathering? Does everyone need to […]

At the risk of sounding like a kindergarten teacher, here goes nothing: Today, we’re learning how to wash your hands properly. For something we all (hopefully) do many times a day, every day of our lives, it’s pretty surprising that most of us don’t get hand washing quite right. In fact, a 2013 study found […]

The skincare industry has a valuation of $135 billion and counting, with the average woman spending about $313 per month on beauty products and rituals according to 2017 study. Thinking about these products in dollars and cents, I became curious: How can we ensure that our nightly skin routines are working to keep us healthy […]