It’s estimated that only 10% of any product can even reach the stratum granulosum. Please refer to the image again, this is still a layer within the epidermis, where there are no blood vessels. This 10% may be oil soluble actives, humectants, carbon dioxide, and therapeutic compounds like steroids.

The anti-aging industry is massive with different niches in skincare, supplements, and lifestyle. There is no way to stop the natural process of aging but with the help of certain ingredients, it can be slowed down.. so are they worth the extra money?

The National Academies of Science released an in-depth publication in August 2022 called: Review of Fate, Exposure, and Effects of Sunscreens in Aquatic Environments and Implications for Sunscreen Usage and Human Health. Here’s a summary of what you need to know as a sunscreen consumer, starting with an overview of sunscreens, how they affect water, animals, and humans, and then a final conclusion.

Acne is one of the most common chronic inflammatory skin diseases with numerous accounts of worsening after experiencing psychological stress. With insight into sebum profile and neuropeptides, we can determine what exactly is the cause of worsening acne.

Vitamins and actives are highly popularized in skincare products due to their positive marketing and claims. However, how fast they seem to work will depend on the product's formulation an active concentration. Included in a chart and infographic is Vitamins A, B3, B5, C, and E.

"Plant oils can be derived from fruits, seeds, roots, and more but for this article we will focus primarily on seed oils. Regardless of the extraction method, the general process is: weaken the cell walls, extract the oil, then filter and purify the product."

"How is it possible to get a sunburn even if it's cloudy? Here, I've provided a simple answer, infographic, and the deeper science for your learning preference!"

"We’ve all been told how important it is to apply and reapply sunscreen during the day to prevent skin damage from ultraviolet (UV) radiation. But how does the sunscreen actually interact with UV rays?"

"Think of the outermost layer of the skin as a series of bricks lining a wall. Most of these bricks are called 'keratinocytes' and are consistent in shape, size, and orientation."

Recycling and waste in the cosmetic skincare personal care industry. How much is produced, sold, recycled, and wasted. What types of plastics are used and what improvements can be made?

All our products are formulated to suit sensitive skin. In this post we explain how we consider active type, pH, cosmetic regulations, and allergens when formulation our products.