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Skin Elasticity: The “Secret” to Tone & Lift
Fine lines and wrinkles are a hot topic across the entire skin care community, especially in anti-aging products. While these two telltale signs become more pronounced as we age, one...
Tretinoin vs Retinol Comparison: Are Retinoids Best For Anti-Aging?
How much trouble would Dorian Gray have avoided had the option of a nightly application of retinol been available in the late 19th century? Or would Oscar Wilde’s infamous character...
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Active Ingredients and Their Concentrations (Part 2 of 2)
In PART 1, we went over label basics like the order of ingredients and the 1% line. We also briefly mentioned active ingredients and how it’s a common misconception that...
How to Read an Ingredients Label (Part 1 of 2)
Knowing exactly what’s in your beauty and personal care items can help you figure out what types of products work for you. If you know you have a sensitivity to...
Marine Collagen for Hair Regrowth: The Evidence Explained
One supplement whose use has been gaining attention is collagen, particularly marine collagen. What is marine collagen, what makes it unique, and why has it grabbed the public’s attention as...
Dutasteride: Is it Better than Finasteride for Hair Loss?
You’ve probably heard about finasteride, but what about dutasteride? The two sound similar enough by name but are they both as effective? Safe? In this blog, we’ll investigate the differences...
Prenatal Vitamins for Hair Growth: Do They Work?
Prenatal vitamins—a supplemental blended specifically formulated with vitamins and minerals needed support fetal development and a healthy pregnancy—have gained traction as being a potential option for stimulating hair growth. Why? Do...
Off-Label Prescriptions: Everything You Need to Know
Have you ever gotten a prescription from your doctor for an off-label drug? Did you know that every one in five prescriptions written today are for “off-label” use? In this...
Red Laser Therapy for Hair Growth: Behind the science
When it comes to hair loss, any new and modern method can seem like a potential silver bullet in the fight for our follicles. Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is one...
Why Do We Have Allergies to Cosmetic & Personal Care Products?
Many of us are familiar with the idea of seasonal allergies to pollen or know of someone who’s allergic to pets, while food allergies have become increasingly more common over...
Finasteride vs. ProCelinyl™: A Story of Side Effects
If you’re investigating hair loss solutions, you’ve likely heard of the old standbys: minoxidil, commonly branded as Rogaine, and finasteride, the generic name for Propecia. We’ve taken a look at...
What are Vegan Phytoactives and Are They Effective for Hair Growth?
Companies are always looking to differentiate themselves from the competition, and right now, the inclusion of phytoactives in cosmetic formulations is a hot topic. When it comes to creating that...
The FDA (Part I): How did the FDA come to be, and why?
Though the federal government has had an interest in vetting the safety of agricultural products since 1848, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as we know it didn’t come into...
Can Vitamin Supplements Outperform Topical Hair Serums?
We’ve detailed the finer points of nutraceuticals and dietary supplements in previous posts, as well as discussed some of the contrasting uses of nutraceuticals and FDA-approved medications for hair loss. When...
