Yearly Archives: 2021

It was on April 3, 2020, that federal health officials first recommended wearing face masks.1 Soon, quarter-inch elastic was in short supply, and people everywhere were learning how to fashion…

Many of the chemicals and compounds you'll find in skincare products are made to mimic the effects of natural ingredients. These lab-generated synthetics are often favored throughout the industry because…

Anyone with sensitive skin is painfully aware of how a single misstep can cause uncomfortable dryness, itching, burning, and visible signs of irritation. For the ultra-sensitive, even switching dish soap…

Lavender extracts have been used medicinally for centuries to calm inflammation, soothe discomfort, and heal injuries. The ancient Romans recognized the plant's antiseptic properties. History suggests the ancient Greeks used…

Fresh, ripe apricots are sweet, juicy, and just a bit tart. They're relatively low in calories yet loaded with vitamins C, E, and beta carotene, nutrients shown to help your…

There was a time when chocolate was considered little more than an indulgence. Fortunately for chocolate lovers everywhere, that theory has been overwhelmingly discredited. Current research shows that dark chocolate…

Daylight, white light, reflects every color of the electromagnetic spectrum. When every color is absorbed, you'll see only black. You won't see shades of yellow, red, blue, or green, unless…

Vitamin C is clearly a multi-tasking marvel. The nutrient found most abundantly in fruits and vegetables helps your body absorb iron, neutralizes the impact of the nitrites in your diet,…

Researchers have been investigating the impact of specific antioxidant vitamins for decades. Based on what they've learned so far, we know that many of the antioxidants in our diet can…

Long before skincare products were infused with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, or niacinamide, there were other "must-have" ingredients. Creams and lotions with varying concentrations of alpha-hydroxy acids were everywhere. Beta-hydroxy acids…