Ingredient Watch List: Sodium Borate (Borax)—Is It Safe?
Borax, scientifically known as sodium borate, has been used for decades as a laundry detergent and …
Gotu Kola, the Ancient Healing Herb Perfect for Anti-Aging
Did you know that gotu kola, a treasured herb used to treat all kinds of health conditions for …
Ingredient Watch List: Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), the Preservative You May be Ingesting from Your Lipstick
We love being able to store our food and our personal care products on the shelves for months at a …
Malva for Skin, the Gentle, Soothing and Softening Flower
Malva sylvestris is a species of the Mallow genus. It's also called “common mallow” and …
Cyclotetrasiloxane in Hair and Skin Care: Benefits, Risks, and Alternatives
Notice how some products leave hair silky smooth? Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4), a cosmetic silicone, …
Helichrysum for Skin, Reduce the Appearance of Age Spots
Have you heard of the helichrysum plant? It's part of the sunflower family—you can see the …