The Botanical blog

Understand what topical niacinamide can realistically do, then choose the right formula, strength and routine for your skin.

Ice facials are said to alleviate everything from acne and excess oil to wrinkles and enlarged pores. So do they really work? Here’s the cold, hard truth on these chilly facials.

A pH claim alone does not make toner necessary. Start with comfortable cleansing and a routine your skin tolerates.

Is your skin oily in some areas, and dry in others? You most likely have combination skin. Learn how to treat this skin type here.

Avoid five common oily-skin mistakes: stripping, skipping moisturizer, stacking actives, trusting pore-clogging scores and treating all shine as acne.

Is eliminating certain foods the answer to a clearer complexion? Here’s how these popular diets are working (or not working) to improve skin health.

Avoid five common sensitive-skin routine mistakes, from adding too many products to scrubbing flakes and relying on natural or hypoallergenic labels.

The main retinol guide: understand benefits and evidence, choose a formula, build a comfortable routine and explore the retinoid family.

Looking for a way to fight stress and boost your complexion? Adaptogens may be the answer. Click here to learn all about these plants and herbs.

You can’t eat garbage if you want gorgeous skin! We’re sharing our favorite healthy habits to get glowing skin from within.

Understand the limits of food and extra water for dry skin, when nutrition needs assessment, and why facial moisturization still matters.

Check fifteen common retinol misconceptions, then follow the detailed guide for the decision you need to make.