Ingredient Spotlight

Written by: Shannon Steck Medically Reviewed by: Beth McLellan MD Board-Certified Dermatologist If you haven’t heard about the use of peptides in skin care products, we’re here to fill you in on the benefits and limitations of these intriguing ingredients. They’ve come a...

Written by: Bryan Barron Medically Reviewed by: Corey L. Hartman MD Board-Certified Dermatologist As far as anti-aging ingredients go, ceramides have a proven, science-backed record. However, they’re often overlooked and rarely explained. We’re solving the above problem with a deep dive to clarify...

Written by: Desiree Stordahl Medically Reviewed by: Debra Jaliman MD Board-Certified Dermatologist Niacinamide has a plethora of benefits as a skin care ingredient including its ability to: Minimize the appearance of enlarged pores and improve “orange peel” textured skin Restore skin’s defenses against...

Written by: Bryan Barron  Medically Reviewed by: Debra Jaliman MD Board-Certified Dermatologist Azelaic acid was once one of the best kept secrets in skin care, mostly known in medical and professional settings. Now it’s one of the more highly sought-after ingredients thanks to undeniable...