Seasons change, and so do your skin’s needs. Just like you switch out your sweaters for short sleeves this time of year, you might want to consider doing the same for your skin care routine, shelving products like heavy moisturizers and ones with sun-sensitizing ingredients until cooler days return. But which seasonal swaps are really... Read more »

Hoping to lighten up scarring, freckles or dark spots on your skin? You may have heard that hydroquinone—a brightening agent—is strong enough to get the job done. And while it’s true that it’s a powerful ingredient, the Food and Drug Administration has banned the sale of over-the-counter hydroquinone due to rising concerns over side effects... Read more »

Now that summer is around the corner, many of us are thinking, “I can’t wait to get outside and soak up some sun!” Meanwhile, your skin is thinking, “Oh no…not this again.” The sun may feel great on your face, but sun exposure can wreak havoc on your skin—and lead to lasting damage. Luckily, you can help... Read more »

This time of year, sun protection is top of mind. Whether you’re curious about the best sunscreens for everyday wear or the differences between physical and chemical SPF, we’ve got you covered this summer with our guide to safe sun 101. You’re probably well-versed in the basics of sun protection: Wear SPF daily, reapply it diligently, choose a... Read more »

Nothing quite sends our worry sensors into overdrive more than running our hand through our hair and noticing a clump of loose strands. Sudden hair loss and thinning can cause anyone to panic, but as it turns out, hair loss is more common than we think. In fact, the American Hair Loss Association estimates that... Read more »

Sunscreen formulations have come a long way in recent years, but with so many options, finding your holy grail still takes trial and error. What works for one person may not work for everyone—and no one wants to use a sunscreen that makes them look like a not-so-distant relative of Beetlejuice. But choosing a sunscreen... Read more »

Wearing sunscreen every day is just about the best thing you can do for your skin. Not only does sun protection help to decrease your risk of developing skin cancer, it also prevents premature aging of the skin. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, “People who use sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher... Read more »

Concealing common skin care blemishes like pimples, redness and hyperpigmentation can be frustrating to say the least. However, with the right technique and products, it’s possible. Up ahead, we share a guide to concealing and covering, plus the best products to help you do so. How to Conceal Blemishes Finding the best products for covering... Read more »

We asked skin experts the question we wonder every time we buy a new skin care product or add a step to our routine: In what order should I apply my skin care products, and does it matter? Turns out, it does! Read on for the details or skip right to the summarizing infographic: The... Read more »

We asked skin experts the question we wonder every time we buy a new skin care product or add a step to our routine: In what order should I apply my skin care products, and does it matter? Turns out, it does! Read on for the details or skip right to the summarizing infographic: The... Read more »