Daily Skin Care Tips

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The recipe for petroleum jelly hasn't really changed in more than 150 years. This wonder product can do lots more than just soothe chapped lips and skin.

By Alia Hoyt

Are you morning or an evening person? Showerwise, that is. Experts and ordinary Joes weigh in on which is better.

By Alia Hoyt

Breakfasts foods can be great for your skin. They're delicious and rich in wrinkle-fighting nutrients. Whip up these AM foods for healthy skin.

By Amanda MacMillan

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Your climate can make or break healthy skin. So is hot and humid better than cold and dry? See which climate is the best for healthy skin.

By Abigail Libers

Dry air can dry out your skin and humid weather may make it oily. Find out which weather is best for your face and your skin in general.

By Amanda MacMillan

Anti-aging creams line pharmacy shelves, but can these skin-firming lotions get rid of wrinkles and cellulite? We put skin-firming lotions to the test

By Jennifer Cohen

These five sun hats will protect your skin from sunburn and damage. See which hat fits your personal style and provides important sun protection.

By Abigail Libers

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Dark circles, or bags, under the eyes are a common, yet hard-to-treat skin care problem. Get home remedies and treatment ideas for dark circles.

By Jennifer Cohen

Fish, especially salmon, include omega-3 fatty acids that are beneficial to skin. We explain why eating fish can give you a glowing complexion.

By Diana Kelly

Mud from the Dead Sea is proven to have big benefits for your skin. See what the vitamin-packed mud can do for your complexion.

By Jennifer Cohen

Bangs may be a popular hair trend, but do they cause acne on your forehead? We'll set the record straight and give you tips for getting rid of acne.

By Jennifer Cohen

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Bring on the guacamole! The healthy fats in avocados make them one of the best foods for your skin. Here's why avocados give you softer skin instantly

By Abigail Libers

If you have acne-prone skin, you never know what will make you break out. Eyebrow waxing and eyebrow threading may cause unwanted pimples. Find out why!

By Amanda MacMillan

We all know that sweat and acne can go hand-in-hand. So is sweating with makeup on a cause of breakouts? We spill the details on sweating and skin care.

By Amanda MacMillan

Which do you do first: hair or makeup? We share expert tips for the order in which you should do your beauty routine to get the best hair and makeup.

By Jennifer Cohen

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Ladies once carried parasols, or decorative umbrellas, to protect their skin from the sun. Do umbrellas still provide the skin protection they once did?

By Abigail Libers

Trying to prevent acne? We debunk this old wives' tale to explain why touching your face may (or may not) cause acne and troublesome breakouts.

By Diana Kelly

There are certain foods that promote healthy skin, but does cutting out meat give you a glowing complexion? See if vegetarian diets help build healthy skin

By Abigail Libers

Get fast facts on skin care and the many different factors that can affect skin's health and appearance, and learn what to include in your daily skincare routine.

By Sarah Siddons

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Skin needs a little TLC to stay healthy, just like every other organ you have, and that means making some time for it on a daily basis. Here are 10 daily skin care essentials if you want to sport younger, healthier looking skin.

By Jessika Toothman

The weather outside may be frightful, but your skin still can be delightful, as long as you follow a few simple guidelines. Moisturizer, anyone?

By Robert Lamb

You might think your skin needs an attendant court of expensive lotions, creams, toners and scrubs to stay healthy-looking. Turns out, things are much simpler than that. What are five basics that everybody's skin needs every day?

By Julia Layton

Daily bathing used to be a bit of a hassle, but it's since become a staple of everyday life. We all love our morning showers, but can our skins take the strain?

By Josh Clark

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It's easy to take your skin for granted, but the largest organ of the human body is also one of the most important. One of the many things it can do is act as a barrier, keeping harmful substances out while holding the right amount of water in.

By John Barrymore

That seemingly endless aisle of facial cleansers touting their ability to beautify your skin is daunting for most people. When there are so many choices, where do you start? We've got five tips to keep in mind.

By Tom Scheve