Ingredient Investigation

Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), a category of acids named for its molecular structure. It's naturally derived from milk, though more of...

Ingredient Investigation

Lavender essential oil has been tapped for centuries for its pleasing aroma which has been studied to show sleep-inducing, anti-anxiety properties.

Ingredient Investigation

Tea tree oil is an essential oil extract from the Australian Melaleuca alternifolia, or tea tree, plant (not to be confused with tea plants whose l...

Ingredient Investigation

A botanical extract from the marigold flower, calendula is a multipurpose healer particularly powerful for sensitive skin. In topical formulas, it ...