DIATOMACEOUS EARTH/ (dahy-at-uh-mahyt-uhs urth)/n./ 1. A dirtlike substance made from the finely ground fossils of prehistoric algae; n./ 2. Commonly used as a deterrent for household and garden insect pests, it is also a pure, nonabrasive alternative to aluminum-based microdermabrasion treatments, in which mineral-rich particles provide a soft, skin-buffing effect; e.g. “Kick-start your skincare [...]

This column features weekly tips and advice from a revolving cast of industry leaders, on hand to discuss your beauty dilemmas, from blemishes to Botox. The following query was culled from a private stock, but we’ll be accepting readers’ questions soon.
Is it true that exfoliants with granules are too harsh for the face and that [...]

LOTUS/(loh-tuhs)/n./ 1. An aquatic plant native to southern Asia and Australia, having large leaves and fragrant pinkish flowers; /n./ 2. Extracts from lotus petals are ultra-moisturizing and also help to exfoliate dead skin cells, minimize fine lines, and soothe sensitivity, e.g., “So much more than a tropical drink garnish, lotus’ reparative properties can give your [...]

This column features weekly tips and advice from a revolving cast of industry leaders, on hand to discuss your beauty dilemmas, from blemishes to Botox. The following query was culled from a private stock, but we’ll be accepting readers’ questions soon.
My skin tends to get dry, tight, and flaky when the temperature drops. How can [...]

It’s unclear when the cult of P50 started, although we’d have to assume it was around the time that Biologique Recherche first released the wonder product, which has become the cornerstone of its 40-year-old line. With active ingredients including usnic acid, lactic acid, witch hazel, onion extract, myrrh extract, and sage extract, the toner-cum-astringent -cum-”balancing [...]

PUMPKIN/(puhmp-kin)/n./1. A squashlike fruit ranging in size, shape, color, and appearance originating in North America;/n./ 2. Packed with active enzymes and the anti-aging power of vitamin A, pumpkin can help speed up the skin’s cell-renewal process while providing gentle and effective exfoliation, e.g., “Turn that jack-o’-lantern trick into an easy, skin-pleasing treat, and let [...]

Sometimes, the best ideas happen when we least expect them. For Laura LaRocca, founder of cult cosmetics line DuWop, a recent “ah hah!” moment came when she found herself crippled by total kidney failure. In search of a cure, she turned to natural remedies and discovered the restorative powers of gold. Once she recovered from [...]

This column features weekly tips and advice from a revolving cast of industry leaders, on hand to discuss your beauty dilemmas, from blemishes to Botox. The following query was culled from a private stock, but we’ll be accepting readers’ questions soon.
My facialist always tells me that I should be exfoliating more. I want to know [...]

This column features weekly tips and advice from a revolving cast of industry leaders, on hand to discuss your beauty dilemmas, from blemishes to Botox. The following query was culled from a private stock, but we’ll be accepting readers’ questions soon.
Are at-home facials as effective as what you can get at the spa or dermatologist’s [...]