polypodium leucotomos is a south american fern with a lot to offer in the skin care world. Find out how this ingredient is used in oral supplements to fight both damage from the sun and irregular pigmentation.

New Sunscreen Ingredient Tinsorb S Living in sunny Miami, sunscreen isn’t just a seasonal accessory—it's a daily necessity. As a dermatologist, I've seen fi...

This post discussed the beauty trend of using beef fat to moisturize the skin. It smells funny, can cause clogged pores, and may have prions that cause mad cow disease- so why is this a beauty trend on Tik Tok? Our dermatologists spill the tea on beef tallow.

This article explores the fascinating world of TRP receptors in the skin and how various skincare ingredients interact with these receptors to produce sensations such as burning, cooling, or tingling. It delves into the science behind these sensations and highlights the importance of personalized skincare based on individual skin sensitivity.

In the pursuit of maintaining youthful and healthy skin, scientists have uncovered the remarkable potential of DNA repair enzymes. These naturally occurring proteins pl...

Colloidal oatmeal is a natural skin care ingredient with millennia of history supporting its use. This ingredient is loaded with beneficial compounds and is gentle on a...

In recent years, the beauty and skincare industry has been abuzz with discussions about bakuchiol, a plant-derived compound used as a natural alternative to retinol. Or...

Ginseng is an antioxidant with moisturizing and anti-inflammatory capabilities. Find out how this ingredient works, and whether it's right for your Baumann Skin Type here!

Rice and Rice water are interesting antioxidant ingredients with many uses in skin care. Find out if these versatile, natural ingredients are right for your skin type in this scientific analysis!

The main categories of skincare cosmetic ingredients can be found in this cosmeceutical skin care ingredient dictionary. There is a list of cosmetic ingredients to click and learn more. Cosmetic ingredients are divided into categories based on their skin benefits.

Dimethicone is a silicone based ingredient that used to be prized for its texture enhancing properties in skin care. Despite its widespread use and popularity, concerns...

What is Botox? Botox, also known as botulinum toxin type A, is a protein derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. When cells break apart in C. botu...