When you’re shopping for skincare products, you’re thinking about the end result, not the science that’s accomplishing that result. Chances are that you see a product and say, “Ooo, natural glow,” and not, “Ooo, hydroxycaproic acid.” Ultimately, though, it’s the science that makes your products more than just shelf décor and paperweights. That’s why it helps to have a basic understanding of what you’re seeing when you shop for products....

If you’re battling with stress, anxiety, or another mental health disorder, you may assume that you’ll just notice a difference in how you feel. But did you know that your mental health affects your skin in various ways too? Depending on how severe your stress or anxiety is, you may develop a persistent skin rash, or parts of your skin may even lose color. On top of feeling awful, developing skin issues due to stress or anxiety can easily fe...

Nowadays, beauty oils are everywhere. They’re spread across the pages of glossy magazines, and they pop up everywhere on our Instagram feeds. There’s a good reason why though, and that’s because beauty oils are worth all the hype. While using a beauty oil means adding another step to your skincare routine (how many do we need?), it’s worth the extra minute or so. We promise. Our body produces oil naturally, but as we grow older that produc...

There isn’t a single one of us who can look back at the past six months or so and say, “Hey, that was a breeze!” Life is too stressful as it is, but when you add a terrifying pandemic to the mix, let’s just say we could all use a massage and a beach vacation right now. Stress is never fun, but unfortunately, it goes far beyond emotional discomfort. It has a serious impact on your health and on your appearance too. Let’s take a deeper div...