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I must admit, most of the time, if the FDA approves an ingredient, I am reassured after reading studies and expert opinions that it is fine. However, I was recently surprised to find that sodium lauryl sulfate, a very common detergent added to cleansers largely for the bubbling effect, is in fact a known skin irritant. According to Dr. Leslie Baumann’s Cosmetic Dermatology text, “[Sodium lauryl sulfate] is such a consistent irritator for skin with an impaired barrier that it is actually used in...
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Product Review: Avon Supershock Mascara
Avon Supershock Mascara ($4.99, Amazon.com) claims to be a ’12 on a scale from 1 to 10.’ Pretty big claims for one little tube of mascara…until you pull out the gi-normous brush! ...Spotlight On: Moringa
Moringa is more than just a fun word to say…(aaaaaaay Moringa!), it is also an incredible new ingredient for skin care fanatics. According to the August 2008 issue of Lucky magazine, the flowers,...What Top Dermatologists Recommend for the Beach
Photo source: Photoshopessentials.com Ever wish you had a dermatologist at your side when you were packing your beach bag? Never fear…six top derms reveal their must-haves in the June 2008 issue...Daily Question: What Can I Do at Home for a Dry Scalp?
Dry, Flaky Scalp?, a photo by Jim Barter on Flickr. Dear Nicki, My hair is falling out, and I’m really upset about it. I went to the derm, and he found that I have eczema! He gave me some cream,...philosophy® Miracle Worker® Dark Spot Corrector
I really, really like philosophy® products. They’re usually good to great in efficacy, typically feature a revolutionary ingredients, and the packaging! Oh, how I love their wise, witty, anecdotal...