Is this viral skincare ingredient the secret to youthful, glowing skin? Derms weigh in

Though they’re already a popular medical-grade treatment in Korea, exosomes are quickly flooding the at-home skin care space in the United States. It’s the latest trend on what seems like every skin care brand’s radar, and because it promises youthful, glowing skin, reduced inflammation and better overall skin health, you may even be able to … Read more

Coke and Pepsi are rolling out QR codes linked to ingredient info

Consumers will soon be able to scan certain sodas to get additional nutrition information. The American Beverage Association on Tuesday said that major companies it represents, including The Coca-Cola Company, Keurig Dr Pepper and PepsiCo, will use QR codes on their packaging that link soda drinkers to a website created by the trade group that … Read more

Coke, Pepsi and Dr Pepper will begin using QR codes for ingredient information

America’s biggest nonalcoholic beverage companies will add ingredient safety data to drink packaging QR code links, giving consumers access to more information about the contents of their products. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The initiative is led by the American Beverage Association, the trade group … Read more

Doctor explains why bemotrizinol, a sunscreen ingredient, took so long to be authorized

The Food and Drug Administration approved the chemical compound bemotrizinol in sunscreens sold in the U.S. It’s the first time in over 25 years that the FDA has approved a new sunscreen ingredient. CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more. Source link

New sunscreen ingredient wins FDA approval after years of delay

The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first new sunscreen ingredient for the U.S. market in more than 25 years. The decision announced Tuesday will give Americans access to a skin-protecting chemical long used in Europe and other parts of the world. The ingredient, bemotrizinol, met the FDA’s standards for protecting from dangerous ultraviolet … Read more

FDA allows popular sunscreen ingredient long used in Europe and Asia

The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday expanded its list of allowed sunscreen ingredients to include the chemical compound bemotrizinol. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The change has been eagerly anticipated for years: Bemotrizinol has long been popular in Europe, Australia and some Asian countries. … Read more

Have acne, rosacea or dark spots? This skin care ingredient can tame all three

If you struggle with acne, you’ve probably used your fair share of benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid. However, when it comes to sensitive skin, irritation from strong actives can take many options off your product list. That’s where azelaic acid comes in: The under-the-radar ingredient helps unclog pores and prevent acne with less irritation, while … Read more

What is “liquid microneedling?” This buzzy new K-beauty ingredient can boost collagen and improve skin texture

We don’t always have the answers, but we have some people on speed dial who do — which is why we present to you our series FYI where we have experts explain if lip balm is actually bad, how often you should wash your hair and more. If microneedling — the process of rolling tiny … Read more