The Botanical blog

A facial cleanser removes surface residue using a formulated cleansing system. Learn what it can do, how to wash gently and when double cleansing is useful.

Adaptogens have been used for centuries, and they continue to be popular today. Click here to learn all about the amazing health benefits they can offer.

The best skincare tool is one that has a clear purpose, suitable instructions and realistic evidence for the result you want.

Compare face-oil formulas for dry, oily, combination and sensitive skin, with practical selection criteria and limits of comedogenicity ratings.

What does research actually show about diet and acne? Compare glycemic-load and dairy evidence without detoxes, blame or unnecessary food restrictions.

This former Herbal Dynamics Beauty product-tester campaign is closed and no longer accepts applications. The page remains available as an archive.

Smoothies are a great way to nourish your body—and they’re also great for your complexion! Find 5 simple smoothie recipes for glowing skin here.

Understand EGCG, green tea catechins and what topical skin research supports. Learn the limits of acne, aging, concentration and supplement claims.

Eight everyday food ideas for balanced meals when you have oily skin, without promises that a food will stop sebum production or cure acne.

There’s a lot of information about skincare out there—but not all of it is true! Check out these 6 skincare myths.

Diet plays a critical role in our well-being, including the health of our skin. Find out what foods might be harming your skin, and what to replace them with.

Are hair, skin, and nail vitamins really worth all of the hype? Learn all about beauty vitamins and supplements—what’s in them, how they work, and more.