Petition to FDA Raises Concerns Over Benzene Exposure In Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Products
In recent months, the skincare industry has been rocked by a petition submitted by Valisure to the FDA, shedding light on potential health risks associated with benzoyl peroxide, a common […]
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Blue Light and Skin Aging – Is There a Connection?
Most people are familiar with the concept that the sun is one of the main sources of ultraviolet (UV) light. Of course, while there is some benefit to this type […]
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New Acne Drug Winlevi (Clascoterone) Earns FDA Approval
In August 2020, the FDA approved first-in-class Winlevi (Clascoterone 1% Cream) to treat moderate-to-severe hormonal acne in patients 12 years and over. Acne affects up to 50 million Americans a […]
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What is Greenwashing and How is it Used in the Cosmetic Industry?
Whitewashing is a figure of speech used to describe a cover up – something appearing to be straightforward, honest, and truthful, when in fact it is not. The word Greenwashing  refers […]
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Get Better Sun Protection With UPF Clothing
Many people use sunscreen when they are going to spend time outside. Sunscreen keeps your skin safe from the sun’s rays. However, clothes also can provide significant protection. Some clothing […]
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Defining Clean Beauty and Clean Skin Care
Today we are witness to a large scale transformation of attitudes when choosing everyday products. Words such as clean, free, sustainability, ethical, accountability and Cruelty Free are used to advertise […]
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CBD: A New Addition To Your Skin Care Regimen
Many people use medicinal cannabis to treat a variety of medical conditions. Cannabidiol, or CBD for short, is extracted from the plant and used in drugs and over the counter […]
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Questions About The 3 Most Common Skin Cancers Answered!
What is Skin Cancer? Skin cancer is quite simply, an abnormal growth of cells in the skin. The skin is actually a complex organ that has a number of structures […]
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Mask-ne: An Acne New Reality In A Coronavirus World
Wearing a mask is one of the best ways you can stay safe while venturing outside. However, wearing a mask for prolonged periods can cause skin problems. Mask-ne, the new […]
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The Power Of Selfie: Can An App Change Your Skin Care Habits?
Excessive sun exposure, particularly at a young age, has been associated with accelerated skin aging as well as the development of skin cancers including melanoma. Despite numerous educational campaigns, changing […]
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