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Are facial brushes good for your skin?
Learn what experts really have to say about this popular skincare tool—and whether or not it’s worth incorporating in your routine.
How are AHAs used for rosacea
These chemical exfoliants might be one way you can help manage some symptoms of this chronic skin condition.
What are lipids and how do they affect the skin?
Spoiler alert: They’re key to maintaining a healthy skin barrier.
How to find the best face scrub for sensitive skin?
Everyone’s skin is different, but these are a few tips you should keep in mind.
Fact or fiction: Does sunscreen block Vitamin D?
Dermatology experts set the record straight.
How to use essential oils for rosacea
Learn how these natural remedies may help calm redness and potentially soothe your skin.
Ingredient spotlight: Glycerin
Do the hydrating superpowers of glycerin live up to the hype? We break it down.
Foods that may help hydrate the skin, according to experts
What you eat and drink won’t magically relieve dehydrated skin, but staying hydrated is still important.
Is there a link between the vegan diet and acne?
What going plant-based might mean for your skin.
How does coffee really impact your skin?
Spoiler: You don’t necessarily have to give up your morning cup.
How gluten intolerance skin bumps affect the skin
The symptoms of “gluten rash” and how to treat it.
Face mites: What are they and how do you get rid of them?
Believe it or not, they’re pretty common—and keeping them away is easier than you might think.