anokha skin care journal

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: lychee

it’s one of the stars in our new lotus & lychee facial crème and white tea & lychee toner – lychee fruit. small and sweet, this diminutive beauty is a powerhouse of activity. from scavengin...

winter skin

ah, winter: cold winds, low humidity, and dry skin. we can't help with the first two items, but we do know a bit about that dry stuff. winter skin is that unhappy, shivery state when your skin beco...

clay all day: the extraordinary benefits of a clay mask

clay masques may very well be one of the most under-appreciated products in your skincare routine. if you aren’t masque-ing at least weekly, you’re missing out on the opportunity to reset your skin...

ingredient focus: gotu kola

it’s one of our all-time favorite botanicals – gotu kola, or Centella asiatica. diminutive and unassuming, this little shrub packs a host of benefits into every part of its leaves and roots. some s...

the cycle of hyperpigmentation

the desire for clear, glowing skin transcends culture, age, and fashion. even, bright skin free of blemishes and pigmentation gives an impression of youth and health. how do we get that glow withou...