The Botanical blog

Learn how shea butter works in facial moisturizers, when a rich texture may help, and why acne, allergy and sun-protection claims need caution.

Assess anti-pollution skincare by the exposure, formula and study endpoint. Compare antioxidant ingredients with cleansing, moisturizing and sun protection.

Looking to boost the health of your hair, skin, and nails? Eating a diet full of antioxidant-rich foods is a great place to start. Learn more here

A hydrating serum is a lightweight product designed to increase water in the skin’s outer layer.

Choose a skincare routine by skin type, main concern and tolerance. Compare essential steps, optional treatments and Herbal Dynamics Beauty products.

Struggling with dull, tired skin? Click here to learn about 7 ingredients that can help to bring back your glow.

Our at-home glow up guide is here! We’re sharing our essentials to get glowing skin without ever leaving home.

Understand what makes pores look larger, how skincare can affect their appearance, and where niacinamide fits among the options.

Most skincare products are marketed toward women, but is healthy skin only for the ladies? We don’t think so. Learn why your skin type is actually more important than your gender when shopping for skincare products (plus our top 5 unisex skincare favorites!).

Five practical habits that reduce avoidable strain on an aging-skin routine: sun protection, smoking avoidance, gentle cleansing, sensible actives and consistency.

Aloe is a cosmetic ingredient with preparation-specific benefits and limits.

Have you ever been tempted to try a skin care product or treatment that promises the "benefits of oxygen" for your skin? Read this to find out what the research shows about oxygen in skincare.