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Diving into Ingredients with Rebecca Gadberry
April 22, 2024

Sulfates in Skincare: Are They Safe, Harmful, or Just Misunderstood?

Sulfates are some of the most widely used — and most debated — ingredients in skincare and personal care products. Walk through any beauty aisle, and you’ll see countless products labeled “sulfate-free,” often implying that sulfates themselves are s…
March 4, 2024

What Actually Causes Cellulite? A Cosmetic Chemist and Esthetician Explain the Science Behind Treatments

Cellulite is one of the most common skin concerns discussed in dermatology offices, esthetic practices, and skincare forums — yet it remains widely misunderstood. Many people wonder whether cellulite is caused by fat, poor circulation, lymphatic iss…
Nov. 14, 2022

Acne Explained: The 6 Essential Principles Behind Acne-Prone Skin

Why Acne Remains So Misunderstood Acne is often treated as a surface-level concern—something caused by the “wrong” products or poor hygiene. Yet for both clinicians and estheticians, acne-prone skin presents a far more complex picture. Why do some …