The Botanical blog

You probably already have a daily skincare routine, but a custom facial takes your visage to the next level. Get your glow on with our step-by-step guide to giving yourself a spa-level facial at home.

Safflower seed oil benefits are numerous and good for a variety of skin problems, since this liquid gold is packed with vitamin E, powerful antioxidants, and effective moisturizers.

We know that apples are great in our daily diets, but what can apples do for us topically? Apple extract is rich in vitamins, essential fatty acids, and phytonutrients that will leave your skin looking more firm and youthful.

Compare lavender, tea tree, rose and peppermint oils without assuming aromatic ingredients treat acne, redness, aging or sensitive skin.

The skin care mantra is hydrate, so if you want healthy, glowing skin: drink up for health! What drinks hurt your health? What drinks support good health? Learn about how to make better beverage choices! 

Learn how makeup can relate to irritation or breakouts, how to keep applicators clean and how to remove products gently without over-cleansing.

Sebum is the oil made by sebaceous glands. Learn its normal role, how it differs from sweat and skin hydration, and what it means for acne.

The antioxidant properties in gingko biloba helps keep skin firm, restoring the elasticity lost to free radicals and damage from constant exposure to sunlight’s harmful UV radiation. And because ginkgo biloba is a powerful anti-inflammatory, it reduces redness and irritation. 

Build a manageable daily routine with gentle cleansing, moisturizer and sun protection. Adapt makeup removal and optional steps to your skin.

Build a simple mature-skin routine around comfort, sun protection and one optional active, with realistic expectations for dryness, fine lines and firmness.

Understand body dryness and choose practical next steps for flaky legs, rough patches and persistent tightness.

Compare botanical ingredients in facial cleansers, from oils and oat to fragrant extracts. Learn what rinse-off products can reasonably do for skin.