Arguably more than another other skincare product, sunscreen does the most for your skin in terms of vanity and lifesaving health! Rain or shine, summer or winter, sunscreen should be a non-negotiable part of your daily regimen. Here’s why: ….
Not An Allergen Witch Hazel Anything can become a contact allergen, especially the more commonplace it is. This makes it even more impressive that witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is not published as a top contact allergen and has hardly any reports of contact dermatitis to it even after having been in regular use as a plant remedy in diverse indigenous cultures for centuries and in several modern commercially marketed toiletries and medications. It has remained popular as an over-the-counter treatment for conditions as varied as acne, photo-aging, skin irritation/rashes, flaking scalp, infection, inflammation, vaginal irritation, sunburn, and hemorrhoids. It is also used in products to lessen sebum (oil) production and cleanse the skin, and in oral care products. More evidence-based studies are needed to conclusively gauge its efficacy for these claims, but this review of studies from 1990 to 2025 seems to indicate the potential efficacy of witch hazel as
Your Hypoallergenic Gift Guide For The Most “Sensitive” On Your List When choosing a gift for someone with very sensitive or allergic skin, it’s mostly a matter of what not to give. But as “Top 10 Gifts NOT To Give Someone With Sensitive Skin” shows…that’s a lot of no-go gifts. What are you left with? More than you might think. While each individual is unique — and their patch test results, too! — here are some presents you can confidently give the most “sensitive” people you know. 1. Truly-Truly Fragrance-Free Anything Perfume is one of the most common contact allergens, and that means no perfume-perfume or anything with perfume. This includes organic, natural fragrances in skincare and cosmetics. Watch out: many products that say they’re unscented contain fragrances (there are regulatory loopholes). Reading ingredients lists may not help
Not An Allergen Witch Hazel Anything can become a contact allergen, especially the more commonplace it is. This makes it even more impressive that witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is not published as a top contact allergen and has hardly any reports of contact dermatitis to it even after having been in regular use as a plant remedy in diverse indigenous cultures for centuries and in several modern commercially marketed toiletries and medications. It has remained popular as an over-the-counter treatment for conditions as varied as acne, photo-aging, skin irritation/rashes, flaking scalp, infection, inflammation, vaginal irritation, sunburn, and hemorrhoids. It is also used in products to lessen sebum (oil) production and cleanse the skin, and in oral care products. More evidence-based studies are needed to conclusively gauge its efficacy for these claims, but this review of studies from 1990 to 2025 seems to indicate the potential efficacy of witch hazel as
Not An Allergen Propanediol Propanediol is a corn-derived preservative that is currently not published as a top contact allergen (neither is corn). But propylene glycol is and the two are often confused … which makes sense because they are related. In fact, propanediol (1,3-propanediol) and propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol) have the
Allergen Benzisothiazolinone (BIT) This antimicrobial preservative is, like many other isothiazolinones such as MCI/MI (methylchloroisothiozolinone / methylisothiozolinone), published as a common contact allergen. Actually both benzisothiazolinone (BIT) and MCI/MI make the top ten of the most common skin allergens. While MCI/MI is also present in cosmetics, skincare, and baby care,
Allergen Household, Floor, Furniture, Window, Surface Cleaners and Polishers We need to clean our homes but many household cleaning and polishing solutions contain several ingredients that can cause both irritant and allergic skin reactions. Frequent disinfection can also lead to other skin problems besides allergic contact dermatitis (more on this
As the leaves turn and fall, do your own shedding and renewal: Our post-summer skinfest begins with a royal residue-ridding to wash away summer’s big sweat soirée and flush out the greasy flotsam that strikes fear in every pore. In other words: here’s how to transition your skincare from summer
The No-Go Gift Guide For Your most “Sensitive” Friends Choosing a gift can be fun — who hasn’t smiled instantly at finding the perfect gift for someone they love? But shopping for people with very sensitive or allergic skin can be difficult. What was a thoughtful gesture can morph into the cause of
Save time (and trees!) by creatively “upcycling” materials you may already have at home…and make each present give more! Here are a few above-and-beyond gift and customizable wrapping ideas for everyone on your nice list. 1. Map Wrap! TELL A STORY This (free!) Manhattan subway map is environmentally-friendly, clever and
Intimidated by your doctor? You shouldn’t be. You’re putting your care in the hands of an expert and have a right to know more about them. …
I just got diagnosed with psoriasis. What should I know? The first thing to know is that the science behind psoriasis has come a long way and is improving every day! While a…
“Connubial or Consort Contact Dermatitis” is thing! While some skin lesions can be lesions can be associated with sexual activity (infection, friction,…….
Dear Skinthusiasts!
It’s been a while since I’ve written and that’s partly because of some good news: we’ve been able to ramp up production of many of our most essential products and this has kept us incredibly (happily!) busy. The fundamental daily necessities that most of our clients need-need….. Read more.
Not An Allergen Rabbits, Bunnies Bunnies can get skin diseases and some people can be allergic to rabbits’ saliva, which is transferr…
Not An Allergen Bagoong This fermented shrimp paste (pronounced bah-goh-ong) is a local delicacy in the Philippines. While it’s mostl…
Not An Allergen Mushroom Shiitake flagellate dermatitis is a thing but the distinctive rash of streaks that look like whip lashes (he…
40 fundamental (and hypoallergenic!) tips for skin, mind, and body health & happiness! READ MORE
You’re so good about eating well (your friends say you should start charging for tips), exercising daily (people call out your name when you…
“Most bridal magazines say that wedding planning should include a skin regimen. My very first facial was at the VMV boutique in New York Cit…
#SavedMySkin Story: Soak My Thirsty Skin (without triggering an allergic reaction)! Moisturizers spread well and sit on the skin for a long time, and the….
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