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Los Angeles Skincare Guide: Brands, Stores & Spas
Los Angeles is one of the largest and most populated cities in the United States. It has it all; from celebrities, to beaches and hikes, and yes, a ton of skincare options. With a million and one c...
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New York Skincare Guide: Brands, Stores & Spas
When we think about New York, its fashion or impressive architecture might come to mind. But, It's also one of the best cities in the United States for skincare, offering a plethora of options. As ...
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Does Shea Butter Clog Pores? (Science-Backed)
Shea butter has become an extremely popular skincare ingredient, especially for dry skin. But what about its ability to clog pores? Find out if shea butter can actually cause breakouts and if It's ...
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The Three Layers of Skin and How They Function
The three layers of skin make up an intricate network, where they deeply intercommunicate and serve numerous critical functions for the health of our skin and bodies. Find out how each layer functi...
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Desiree Nielsen Weighs In on the Link Between Diet & Skin
Desiree Nielsen is a registered dietitian based in Vancouver, BC whose consulting practice focuses on inflammation, digestion and plant-centred diets. Desiree is the best selling author of...
Ingredient Spotlight
Evening Primrose Oil: Why It's The Best Skin Moisturizer
You probably have a bottle of extra virgin olive oil in your kitchen, but have you heard of evening primrose oil? While it may not be as tasty on a salad as olive oil, It's one of the most effective...
Question & Answer
Is gender-specific skincare necessary?
We always see the classic ‘Men 3 in 1’ products for the face, body, and hair at the drugstore, with the grey packaging that is marketed toward men.
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Will Shea Butter Clog My Pores?
Shea butter has become an extremely popular skincare ingredient, especially for dry skin. It can be found in everything from creams to moisturizers.
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Chemical or mineral sunscreens?
In an attempt to protect ourselves from the sun's UV rays, it has, for the most part, backfired on us. From zinc-oxide based mineral sunscreens to chemical.
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Is alcohol denat in skincare safe?
We all know by now that alcohol is bad for our health. What about our skin and why is this so-called aclohol denat on so many ingredient lists?
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How to recycle our skincare products
Are you a sustainability maven and want to ensure that you're recycling our products in the correct way?
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Treating acne with oils high in linoleic acid
Contrary to what skin care experts and dermatologists tell us, acne-prone skin is deficient in linoleic acid.
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A guide to identifying vegan skincare
The vegan and cruelty-free movement continues to grow at a rapid pace, as people are wanting to live a more ethical life.
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How to prevent dry winter skin
With the colder weather comes the drier air (especially indoors), harsher winds, and the dry, chapped, skin.
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