The Botanical blog

With the antibacterial and anti-inflammatory benefits of lavender for skin helping to soothe and control the skin’s outer layer, it is an obvious ingredient for inclusion in products for the face and body. 

Understand Vitamin E in skincare, Tocopherol versus Tocopheryl Acetate, antioxidant combinations, formula choice and the limits of topical claims.

Understand the differences between essential oils, plant extracts, carrier oils and hydrosols before choosing botanical skincare for your face.

This is your ultimate guide to avocado oil and skin care - yes, the same avocado that you associate with guacamole, salsa, and chips.

Decode B-vitamin labels and distinguish topical niacinamide and panthenol from nutrition and supplement claims.

A clear ingredient comparison that separates botanical butter benefits from finished-product promises.

Supporting the skin’s natural barrier and protecting the health of the skin, probiotics in skincare protect against blemishes, oxidation, infections, and more.

Called a “super fruit” due to its high nutritional value, goji berry benefits include being an excellent source of vitamin C and antioxidants, keeping skin looking youthful and radiant! 

Light up your face with diamonds and pearls and get the results we’re all after: ageless, healthy, glowing skin! Both diamond and pearls have reflective and iridescent properties beneficial for targeting signs of aging.

Drinking green tea and applying a green-tea formula are different exposures. Compare skin evidence, supplement risks and realistic expectations.

Curious about allantoin and its role in anti-aging? If your skin is dry, flaky, scaly, sensitive, or prone to wrinkles, you'll want to look for products with this ingredient!

Amino acids are perhaps the most underrated elements of modern skincare, with their unique abilities to hydrate, heal, reverse damage, and increase structural support.