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The Botanical blog

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What Is a Sweat Gel? Body-Care Uses and Claim Limits

Separate cosmetic workout-product claims from evidence about skin moisturization and exercise.

Cruelty-Free Cosmetics: Why the Movement Matters

Cruelty-Free Cosmetics: Why the Movement Matters

Recently, there's been an increasingly positive trend in consumers who care about what, and from whom, they buy. What does it mean to shop for cruelty-free cosmetics, and why does it matter?
THE BIG G’S FOR SKINCARE: GINSENG, GINKGO BILOBA & GOTU KOLA

The Big G’s for Skincare: Ginseng, Gingko Biloba & Gotu Kola

Ginseng, ginkgo biloba, and gotu kola are valuable additions to skincare routines - and have similar properties beyond their names all starting with G! Whether you want to reduce inflammation, slow down the effects of aging, or treat acne, look no further.
Lavender Benefits for Skin: Improve Skin with an Antibacterial Botanical

Lavender Benefits for Skin: Beautify with a Healing, Antibacterial Botanical

With the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits of lavender for skin helping to soothe and control the skin’s outer layer, it is an obvious ingredient for inclusion in products for the face and body. 

VITAMIN E FOR SKIN: FIGHT THE DAMAGE FROM FREE RADICALS

Vitamin E for Skin: Fight Damaging Free Radicals

Natural skincare products often contain a valuable amount of vitamin E for skin, which helps fight the signs of aging and repair the damage caused by free radicals.
BEST ESSENTIAL OILS AND EXTRACTS FOR SKIN CARE

Essential Oils vs. Plant Extracts vs. Carrier Oils for Skin

Understand the differences between essential oils, plant extracts, carrier oils and hydrosols before choosing botanical skincare for your face.

YOUR ULTIMATE GUIDE TO AVOCADO OIL BENEFITS FOR SKIN

Your Ultimate Guide to Avocado Oil Benefits for Skin

This is your ultimate guide to avocado oil and skin care - yes, the same avocado that you associate with guacamole, salsa, and chips.
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B Vitamins in Skincare: Niacinamide, Panthenol & Label Basics

Decode B-vitamin labels and distinguish topical niacinamide and panthenol from nutrition and supplement claims.


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Shea vs. Mango vs. Cocoa Butter: Choosing Body-Care Ingredients

A clear ingredient comparison that separates botanical butter benefits from finished-product promises.

TOPICAL PROBIOTICS FOR SKIN HEALTH

Topical Probiotics for Skin Health

Supporting the skin’s natural barrier and protecting the health of the skin, probiotics in skincare protect against blemishes, oxidation, infections, and more.

GOJI BERRY BENEFITS ON SKIN: SUPER FRUIT FOR SUPER SKIN

Goji Berry Benefits on Skin: Super Fruit for Super Skin

Called a “super fruit” due to its high nutritional value, goji berry benefits include being an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants, keeping skin looking youthful and radiant! 
Light Up Your Face with Diamonds and Pearls: Topical Minerals for the Skin

Light Up Your Face with Diamonds and Pearls: Topical Minerals for the Skin

Light up your face with diamonds and pearls and get the results we’re all after: ageless, healthy, glowing skin! Both diamond and pearls have reflective and iridescent properties beneficial for targeting signs of aging.