Gallic acid is a versatile and popular skin care ingredient with functions from skin lightening to anti-inflammatory properties. Find out how this ingredient works and much more in today's ingredient blog!

TGF-beta is the best growth factor to look for in skin care products. Why is it so good? What products have TGF beta? Is it safe and does it cause cancer?

Micellar water (MW) is a popular skincare product that can be used to cleanse the skin and remove makeup. It contains a mild detergent that forms micelles, a group of t...

As a dermatologist, I believe that any sunscreen is better than no sunscreen at all.  However, some sunscreen ingredients are a better choice due to safety, effects on ...

Why the Baumann Skin Typing System is better than the Fitzpatrick Skin Typing System to shop for skincare. Learn the difference between these skin typing systems.

Best Rosacea Cleansers Rosacea cleansers should be used in a comprehensive rosacea skin care routine that is used daily. Rosacea cleansers can be combined with prescription rosacea treatments. Rosacea cleansers should be gentle cleansers with soothing ingredients to calm the skin. The best type of rosacea cleanser to use depends ...

As a dermatologist, I often encounter patients seeking effective treatments for various skin concerns such as acne, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, and tinea versicolor...

Discover how mitochondrial function impacts skin health, preventing premature aging and maintaining vitality. Learn about key skincare ingredients that protect and boost cellular energy, and find out how to build a personalized routine based on your Baumann Skin Type to support mitochondrial health and achieve youthful, radiant skin.

PQQ is an up and coming ingredient in skin care. Currently only common in supplements, find out what the future may have in store for this unique natural ingredient that works similarly to CoQ10!

In the world of skincare, the term "free radicals" is often thrown around, but what exactly are they, and why should we care? In this blog post, we'll dive deep into th...

Melasma is very hard to treat and can recur. Learn to rotate your skin care routine from a treatment regimen to a maintenance regimen to clear melasma faster and help prevent it from coming back.

Titanium dioxide is a sunscreen ingredient that is good at reflecting harmful UV radiation away from the skin. Find out the science of titanium dioxide, and get the best products for your skin type here!