If you look at the ingredients in your current moisturizer, don’t be surprised to find “niacinamide” listed. Not to be confused with niacin, it’s a different form of vitamin B3 that is often included in cosmetic products because of its many potential skin-boosting benefits, including its ability to improve hyperpigmentation, visible signs of aging and
Retinoids, or topical forms of vitamin A, are some of the “most used and most studied anti-aging compounds,” according to Harvard Health Publishing. Whether applied as a retinoid cream for acne, an overnight serum for wrinkles or even as a prescription-strength treatment, products containing this compound have been shown to help keep skin healthy in
Salicylic acid is at the top of many dermatologists’ lists of acne-fighting ingredients. Why? It helps dry up zits naturally and can also keep them from returning, while improving skin’s texture. Beyond just serving a natural acne remedy, this plant-derived ingredient has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, exfoliant and mild antibacterial effects, making it a
If you prefer using natural skin care products over those that tend to be more perfumed, processed and potentially irritating, consider trying mineral oil. Not only does mineral oil help moisturize your skin and prevent symptoms like dryness and cracking, but depending on the specific type, it can also treat dandruff, excess earwax and even
If you struggle with xerosis (the fancy name for dry skin), then the best face cream for you may likely be one that contains ceramides. What if you don’t consider dry skin an issue? You’ll still want to consider using a ceramide cream because the potential benefits can be that good! Ceramides make up around
If you make coffee at home every morning, you may be used to chucking the coffee grounds in the garbage afterwards. Yes, they keep the scent of coffee lingering in your kitchen for hours or days, but research published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry points out that used coffee grounds are a
Tretinoin has been used as an anti-acne agent for almost 50 years. As a type of retinol, it’s able to combat several dermatological conditions. Skin is the largest organ in the body, and we continuously try new ingredients to make it look younger, clearer and brighter. That explains why retinol cream gets plenty of attention
If you’re looking for a new ingredient to boost your natural skin care routine, you may want to consider glycerin. Research demonstrates that topical use of this compound can improve dry skin conditions and even boost epidermal barrier function (a key aspect of optimal skin health). As an emollient, it can help moisturize as well
It’s no secret that the sun (in moderate doses) provides all sorts of health benefits, including helping our bodies manufacture vital vitamin D. With warmer weather right around the corner, though, many people are looking for the best sunscreens to cut their risk of sun overexposure, sunburns and possibly skin cancer. There’s just one problem.
Two popular brands of petroleum jelly that you may be familiar with are Vaseline (which is 100 percent petroleum) and Aquaphor (which contains other moisturizing ingredients, too). Both are very versatile products that have been used for a variety of skin care and household purposes for many decades. In fact, petroleum jelly has been around
