There is no perfect age to begin using anti-aging products. You cannot begin too soon. This article discusses why to start anti-aging skin care early and what happens if you begin at a young age. The best age to begin antiaging moisturizers depends upon many things and differs from person to person. Genetics, lifestyle habits, diet, stress levels, consumption of fruits and vegetables, vitamin use, hormones, and sleep patterns all contribute to aging skin . ...

Protease activated receptor 2 (PAR-2) is a receptor that can be blocked to lighten skin color. Learn how to include PAR-2 blockers in your skincare routine to lighten dark spots and erase melasma.

Find a master list of growth factors in skin care. These growth factors link to more information. Do growth factors work. Are they safe? How do other products in your skin care regimen affect how well they work.

In the Baumann Skin Typing System, aging skin is called Wrinkle-Prone Skin. This aging skin type is either over the age of 30 or has lifestyle factors or habits such as increased sun exposure that increases the risk of wrinkles. Even if you are a teen or in your twenties, anti-aging skin care is a good idea if your skin type quiz says you are a Wrinkle-Prone Baumann Skin Type.

What is vitamin E used for in skin care? What are the various types of vitamin E, and why is a-tocopherol the most common variety in skin care? How does vitamin E express its antioxidant benefits? What kind of products is it used it? Find out all of this and more in today's blog all about vitamin E!

How fast do skin care products like creams and serums penetrate into skin? The speed of skin absorption depends on what ingredients are in the skin care product, strength of the skin barrier, humidity levels, and temperature of the skin.

What is Glycerin? Glycerin (also called Glycerol) is one of the most common humectant moisturizing ingredients in skin care. Find out all about how it works, how it moves through the skin, and what kinds of consideration to make before using it in your custom skin care regimen.

What is cucumber used for in skin care? How does it treat acne? Is it acidic or alkaline, and what difference does that make? In today's blog all about cucumber extract we take a look at the specific active compounds and mechanisms that give cucumber extract its beneficial properties.

What is caffeine used for in skin care? What mechanisms does it use to contribute anti-inflammatory effects on the skin? How does caffeine interact with free radicals on the skin? Is it an anti-aging ingredients? Does it have any antimicrobial properties? Find out all of this, and more in today's blog all about caffeine!

Dark spots on the face are caused by an increase in melanin. Learn how dermatologists treat dark spots.

What is the Environmental Working Group? is their research reliable? Who works there and how can I check their work? Find out all about the EWG here!

Scrubs, exfoliants and exfoliators such as facial scrubs take off the top dead layer of the skin, leaving it smoother with an increased ability to reflect light. This is the fastest way to get glowing skin. This blog discussed body and face scrubs, exfoliants and exfoliators and helps you find the best for your skin type. We also discuss which type of products exfoliate, and how often to exfoliate.