Patient Buzz Series: Skincare Ingredients from Your Pantry
This month’s Patient Buzz includes articles about the latest trendy ingredients in skincare products, and some of them come from the pantry. Does science support claims that turmeric can improve sun-damaged skin and conditions such as acne, eczema or psoriasis? Can licorice root extract serve as a gentler way to lighten the skin?
Be prepared for your patients’ questions by perusing this lis …
This month’s Patient Buzz includes articles about the latest trendy ingredients in skincare products, and some of them come from the pantry. Does science support claims that turmeric can improve sun-damaged skin and conditions such as acne, eczema or psoriasis? Can licorice root extract serve as a gentler way to lighten the skin?
Be prepared for your patients’ questions by perusing this lis … Continue reading "Patient Buzz Series: Skincare Ingredients from Your Pantry"
CO-AUTHOR: LIZA R. BRAUN, BA
Welcome back to our continued discussion on the natural, botanical ingredients that are formulated into skin care products that you can easily incorporate into your practice.
And, in case you missed Part 1, you can read it here.
Mushroom Extract
Mushroom extract, in particular shitake and reishi, retain anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These pr … 
CO-AUTHOR: LIZA R. BRAUN, BA
Botanical ingredients found in nature are often formulated into skin care products intended to address fine lines, wrinkles, uneven tone, and texture. These ingredients possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and photoprotective properties that make them potential alternatives or adjunctive options to prescription medications.
Bygone are days of applying makeup to … 