What’s Caviar Extract Doing in Your Cosmetics?
Caviar is one of those things that always has an air of luxury. Given its high price-per-ounce, the mention of it hearkens to wealth
Caviar is one of those things that always has an air of luxury. Given its high price-per-ounce, the mention of it hearkens to wealth
We all know that exfoliation can be great for your skin, but it can be difficult to find a product that isn’t coarse and potentially
We all know that exfoliation can be great for your skin, but it can be difficult to find a product that isn’t coarse and potentially
Clinique took a gamble changing its original Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion. After all, the original formula has spent the last 45 years with somewhat of
Next time you’re rifling through your makeup bag, take a second and try to remember the last time you cleaned your brushes. What’s the answer?
If you know me, you’ll know I’m not really one for trends. My go-to outfit has been a black A-line skirt and heels since college,
It shouldn’t be surprise that not all ingredients have been studied equally. While researchers are working to better understand the effects of both natural and
In this season of vacationing in sunny spots and spending hours frolicking outdoors, great summer skin care largely involves planning ahead. Here are five expert
It seems that when summer comes around, everyone talks a lot about avoiding shine and oil. When the heat and humidity go up, so too
Beauty trends come and go, but skin and hair oils have been on the rise for years. While argan oil has become the popular go-to,
If ever there was a time to start consciously eating foods that benefit your skin, summer is it. As the weather warms up, so many
You could say that I’m low maintenance. But, really, I just never give myself quite enough time to get ready. Between a bad habit for
When you have the curse of thin hair, the last thing you want is for other people to know. If you’re like me, you’ve tried
As natural and organic products continue to become more mainstream, home remedies keep on popping up as well. Yet, as I have pointed out in
Which came first: the hat or the bald spot? It’s pretty common to see men and women who are suffering from hair loss wearing hats
Oh, how we Americans love convenience. We eat in our cars, watch movies on our phones, and have more “friends” on Facebook than in
Chocolate is one of the foods that people frequently cite as one that makes their acne worse. Unfortunately, it’s also delicious (enough so to warrant
Eyes and lips are the two toughest areas to remove waterproof makeup without damaging or irritating the skin. They’ve got thin skin, meaning that these
Recently I received some questions regarding the differences between FutureDerm CE Caffeic 16+2 Serum and Kiehl’s Powerful Strength Line Reducing Concentrate. Both are vitamin C-based
Because of my fair complexion, going outside for a day in the sun can involve a lot of planning, from picking the right sunscreen to
With summer in full effect many are trying to achieve and maintain their summer glow. This make up tutorial will show you a sun free
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We know that heat can change the shape of hair. If someone with pin curls runs a flat iron through their hair — POOF! —
If you’re an eco-friendly woman living in a crowded, polluted city, then I might have found the perfect daily moisturizer for you. With certifications from
Showering every day is part of a daily ritual for many people, Americans in particular. Market research firm Mintel found that nearly 93% of
Ever taken a break from work or the stresses of daily life and found that you felt downright beautiful? Maybe it was a vacation, a
(Of course I think that, but…) For years, as FutureDerm readers know, my favorite product was Skinceuticals CE Ferulic ($129.99, Amazon.com). Yet, after six years
Some products purchased by me. Some products sent for consideration. All opinions are my own. Affiliate links. Happy Friday! Today I’ve got a neutral look
Remember all those times we told you to wear sunscreen every single day to prevent aging? We have even more research showing that you should
Recently, an ingredient in my moisturizer caught my attention: squalene. I hadn’t heard much about it and I wanted to know exactly what it is
For quite a while we’ve heard a buzz about a procedure that some have referred to as “electric facials.” Non-invasive Microcurrent electrical stimulation procedures have
Very dry, chapped lips have been a big problem for me ever since I could remember. I started using lip balms on a regular basis
Eyelash growth serums are all the rage, but they don’t necessarily all work. Recently Rimmel released Rimmel Lash Accelerator Mascara with Grow-Lash Complex ($8.53, amazon.com) and
As if the stress of school didn’t already wreak havoc on your skin, finals seem to amplify that. My senior year at college I had
The first time I stumbled onto a lip plumper was back in 2006. I was on a trip to New York City, and I wandered
Now through May 31, receive a free $10 Sephora gift card when you try our FutureDerm Time-Release Retinol 0.5 Treatment or our new FutureDerm CE Caffeic
I’ve been blogging for about six years now, and in the midst of it, I’ve seen a massive flux in the way women view their
Murad Acne Treatment Concealer ($21, amazon.com) promises the desirable combination of treating acne and also covering it up. The company’s own research found that 86%
Bliss Triple Oxygen Instant Energizing Mask ($47, amazon.com), according to the company, has three superstar ingredients: Oxygen, Vitamin C, and antioxidants. While it delivers on
Nickel allergy is no trivial matter. Its prevalence in the population is not agreed upon in all studies, but numbers can be as high as
We’ve been getting amazing early feedback on our FutureDerm Vitamin CE Caffeic Serum ($89.00, Shop.FutureDerm.com)! And now, for a limited time only, try it and
We’d like to send a big thank you to everyone who came to our Pittsburgh Skin into Skin Care Events at Felicite Day Spa and
For years, hydroquinone has been the go-to for skin lightening ingredients. But there’s been a call for alternatives, because of hydroquinone’s instability in heat and
It’s summer, and that means that we all deserve some type of tropical getaway, whether it’s laying out on the beach or hiking through a
Sabon Body Lotion with Carrot ($23, sabonnyc.com) is a creamy lotion that gets a carotenoid-boost from the inclusion of carrot seed oil. While it says
Tomorrow, FutureDerm will team up with Felicite Day Spa for the Spring into Skin Care Spa Day. Come for an evening of pampering, information on skin
Could elemi be the elixir of youth? OK, that might be a bit melodramatic, but one company’s researchers think that it could help to stop
Some products purchased by me. Some products sent for consideration. Some products lusted after. This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Bronze
You’ve undoubtedly heard at least some of the studies on smoking and cancer, and lung and brain damage, weakened immune system, yellow skin and nails,
Can you eat your way to being beautiful? It’s a growing trend to supplement the ingredients you put on your skin with supplements that you
Onychocryptosis, or ingrown toenail, is one of the more common conditions encountered by dermatologists. It might be hard to conceive how a single toenail can
Hello FutureDerm readers! Are you someone who’s enthusiastic about science and beauty products? Do you have great ideas for articles on FutureDerm? We’re looking for
Garnier Olia Oil-Powered Permanent Color ($9) boasts that it’s “unlike traditional dyes” because it contains 60 percent oil instead of ammonia. It’s not the
Products sent for consideration. All opinions are my own. I am judging this product the way I would any other product of its type. This
Skin care after 40 can present some challenges. Sometimes these challenges translate into the need to carry an emergency “quick fix kit” with you
You might not know this plant by name, but you might recognize it as an ingredient in some of your favorite Asian dishes, including Tom
Depotting makeup isn’t just space efficient (though that’s a big plus!), it can also be a small way to be more eco-friendly with your makeup.
Happy Earth Day, folks! In honor of today, we’re looking at three natural moisturizers that claim to smooth and hydrate your skin: Korres Greek Yoghurt
Some products sent for consideration. Some products purchased by me. All opinions are my own. Happy Friday! Today I’ve got a tutorial for you with
We may not all want to admit it, but many of us dye our hair to get the color currently on our heads. Whether
Idebenone is a potent antioxidant that is included in a variety of Elizabeth Arden (and associated) products, including Prevage Anti-Aging Night Cream ($125.00, Amazon.com), and PrevageMD (available
Lancôme Genifique Eyes ($62.34, amazon.com) promises younger, smoother, and brighter looking skin around your eyes. It’s star ingredients have little research behind them, but what
I’m super excited to have our second product, FutureDerm Vitamin CE Caffeic Serum ($89.00, Shop.FutureDerm.com) shipping this Friday, April 19. Our state-of-the-art formula has taken
Exactly one year ago–4/12/2012, my first post on FutureDerm was published: The 5 Most Common Skin Care Mistakes Even Experts Make. Since then, I went
Product purchased by me . All opinions are my own. Happy Friday! I’ve got a textured polish manicure to show you today. For today’s mani,
Not long ago, I was on a shopping excursion to Sephora to find some fun products to share with readers. I found a rose-scented toner
You may be missing something very crucial in your anti-aging routine if you’re not paying special attention to your décolletage. It can be easy to
We’ve been hard at work here at FutureDerm, perfecting every last detail on the FutureDerm Vitamin CE Caffeic Serum ($89.00, Shop.FutureDerm.com). And now I’m happy
When I refer to comparative studies, I’m talking about ones that evaluate two (or more) ingredients in terms of the same clinical characteristic, such
A 2010 study that polled 3000 women on their habits found that nearly a third of them wore makeup to the gym (Daily Mail). The
Vitiligo is pretty common: in the USA it affects about 1% of the population. That’s 3 million people. What do you know about it? The
It’s true: I’ve always loved analyzing the ingredients of skin care products, long before the FutureDerm blog started in 2007. But ever since I’ve started to
There’s been quite a buzz about Kinerase Restructuring Firming Eye Cream ($59, amazon.com), which promises to stimulate collagen production and reduce wrinkles. The exciting ingredient
Happy Friday! I’ve got a quick and easy tutorial for you today. I used eyeshadow sticks, which are great if you’re on the go. This
In just a few short weeks, many of you who pre-order FutureDerm CE Caffeic Serum will be ready to incorporate it into your routine along
There’s this notion that if you apply your skin care in upward “sweeping” motions, you will lift, tighten, and improve the overall appearance of the
I’m sure many ladies can appreciate my near-constant desire to eat chocolate. So when I stumbled upon the chocolate exfoliating scrub a few days
OK. I’ll admit that removing my makeup before bed has not always been a habit I have followed with the dedication that it deserved, especially
One of my favorite aspects about FutureDerm is the fact that we have some of the smartest, savviest readers around. So after we put our
If you’ve ever wondered whether or not drugstore makeup is on par with department store makeup, here’s some food for thought: I recently discovered two
Home remedies for toenail fungus are everywhere. A quick Google search reveals that one of the top hits for “toenail fungus” is a home
I’m usually a tad reticent to try out “natural” hair masks, since my hair is very fine, and I’m afraid that the natural oils will
We’re less time than you need to hit the gym for perfect legs away from spring clothing weather. In addition to the floral prints you’re
Ready for some scary facts about aging? Your skin starts aging even while it may look smooth and supple. Aging starts with the skin’s building
Silver may be a precious metal in jewelry, but its place in cosmetics hasn’t yet been secured. While copper peptides have shone their way
The most common cancer in the United States is skin cancer. About one in five Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetime.
Happy Friday! I’ve got an easy tutorial for you with colors from Chequered Lily Apothecary, an indie company. I used a rich lime green, velvety
It’s the last time we’ll be offering a free gift card with FutureDerm products, so we thought we’d end this promotion for all time with
If there are misconceptions in any area of skin care right now, it is with beauty facial oils. Some beauty experts tout the idea that
Now that the skin care market has effectively sold us on the idea of a separate serum, moisturizer, eye cream, neck cream, and hand cream,
I have never once been able to wrap a towel around my head; it would never stay in place. I would see my mother do
I’m a fan of the ocean, whether it’s splashing in the waves or slathering some marine ingredients onto my skin. These relatively new and sustainable
Now through March 26, buy FutureDerm Time-Release Retinol 0.5 and get a free $10 Amazon.com gift card! No coupon code necessary. March 12, 2013-March 25, 2013
Yes, the rumors are true: Due to the success of our FutureDerm Time-Release Retinol 0.5, we do plan to release an entire line of skin
A hand reaching to the left can be seen from the other side, as a hand reaching to the right. It all depends on your
Sometimes when talking about beauty, we forget how important it is that everyone feels worthwhile. Beauty is a wonderful and powerful thing, but confidence is
Happy Friday! I’ve got a tutorial for you today with BFTE & Fyrinnae Cosmetics. I based this look around BFTE Poodle Pandemonium, which is a
Wrinkles typically signify a life well-lived, full of memories and unforgettable experiences – but eye wrinkles are just plain bothersome. Olay’s new Age-Defying Anti-Wrinkle Eye