Benefits of Malic Acid in Skin Care Products
First isolated from apple juice, malic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that is used in skin care products.…
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April 21, 2008
Vitamin C and Skin
Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) has been garnering lots of attention for its anti-aging benefits to skin. Now available in creams, serums,…
April 9, 2008
Supplements for skin
Most skin care specialists recognize that a host of vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients are necessary for healthy skin to: Fight free radicals…
April 7, 2008
Retinoids, Retinol and Wrinkles
You may have been prescribed a topical Vitamin A derivative, often referred to as a 'retinoid', when you were a…
April 2, 2008
Green Tea and Skin
Many of us are already aware of green tea's beneficial antioxidant effects on skin. What you may not know is…
March 24, 2008
Effects of Topical Soy on Skin
Is soy a miracle food? The health claims associated with soy have us embracing soy lattes; edamame and soy protein…
March 21, 2008
How Do You Relieve Puffy Eyes?
What Causes Puffy Eyes? Skin around the eyes is sensitive and very thin so it can easily become irritated, red…
March 19, 2008
Is Anthelios Really the Best Sunscreen in the World?
Is Anthelios the best sunscreen in the world? If you haven't used it yet, you've likely heard about it from…
March 17, 2008
Preparation H and puffy eyes
Many of us are familiar with Preparation H for its use in treating hemorrhoids. But did you know that Preparation…
March 14, 2008
Neostrata Skin Brightener – A Review
Neostrata Skin Brightener with 20% Vitamin C is a workhorse skin care ingredient and because of this, one of my absolute…
March 12, 2008
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Hydraphase UV SPF 30 ingredients in Canada vs. US
Question: What’s the difference between Hydraphase UV SPF 30 from the US and from Canada? Answer: La Roche Posay markets…
March 10, 2008
To fragrance or not?
I still remember the first 'perfume' I ever wore. I was probably 9 or 10 years old and received…
March 7, 2008
Redermic vs. Active C – What’s the Difference?
La Roche Posay, a dermatologist recommended skin care line, markets two product lines containing topical Vitamin C. And you've…
February 26, 2008
Black Pepper and Skin
British researchers at King's College in London have demonstrated in mice that piperine - the compound that gives black pepper…
February 19, 2008
Assessing the Safety of Botox: The FDA Inquiry
In recent developments, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has launched an inquiry into the safety of botulinum toxin…
February 12, 2008