anokha skin care journal

skin types

there is a tendency to oversimplify skin – normal, oily, dry, combination – without considering that it changes on a regular basis, responding to variations in the weather, our environment, and our...

anatomy and physiology of the skin

our skin changes as we age and responds to alterations in our internal and external environments. once you understand the basics of skin structure, you can learn to recognize these subtle shifts an...

ingredient focus: pomegranate

from ancient Egypt to modern times, the pomegranate has been worshipped as a symbol of fertility and prosperity. used as a natural remedy for over 3000 years, the pomegranate has re-emerged as the ...

notes on naturals

natural skincare suffers from the misconception that natural products are less potent than their synthetic friends, and therefore will never irritate the skin and are less effective. natural skinc...

how to balm

balms can be quirky creatures. usually firm, occasionally soft, and sometimes even gel-like, balms have a myriad of uses. however, even the correct definition of a balm and its indications for use ...

ingredient focus: yarrow

while you may not be familiar with the beneficial properties of this demure plant, yarrow has a long and complex history as a medicinal herb. boasting a penetrating fresh and herbaceous odor, it's ...

ingredient focus: camellia

the camellia is a legendary flower associated with luxury. those pretty petals also hide some of the most effective components in skincare which can target photoaging, inflammation, pigmentation, a...

beauty sleep

sleep is one of the most critical elements of beauty, and there's data to prove it: a recent study showed that poor sleep quality can accelerate signs of skin aging and weaken the skin's ability to...

ingredient focus: tea

more than just a comforting hot drink on a cold winter day, tea is a remarkable ingredient that possesses a long list of clinical effects. clinical research on this ubiquitous ingredient demonstrat...

the effects of climate change on skin health

the interaction between climate and health is complex and intertwined. climate change affects not just the health of the planet, but also that of every organ system in the human body. there’s incre...