anokha skin care journal

ingredient focus: bakuchiol

bakuchiol is one of the most exciting natural actives to arrive on the scene. as a natural retinol alternative in the treatment of fine lines, pigmentation, and acne, this botanical holds tremendou...

ingredient focus: Centella asiatica

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...

facial serums

serums are highly potent and elegant additions to your skincare regimen. what’s in them, how to use them, and why.. 

antioxidants

our skin naturally uses antioxidants for protection against ultraviolet light and environmental stressors including pollution and smoking, but when the balance becomes overwhelmed, damage can occur...

ingredient focus: marula

the marula plant has played an important role in southern Africa for centuries. used for its durable wood, nutrition, and medicinal properties, it symbolizes the resilience and beauty of Africa. in...

ingredient focus: ceramides

you may not have heard of ceramides, an essential component of the lipid matrix of the skin. ceramides are a form of lipid found in the outer layer of the skin. they act as the glue that holds skin...

ingredient focus: burdock root

used therapeutically for hundreds of years in Europe, North America, and Asia, burdock root is believed to carry mystical powers including the ability to protect from negativity and evil. in skin c...

how to hydrate

skin care is fundamentally about balance. by balancing the water and oil within the layers of our skin, we can maintain the skin’s critical barrier function to achieve truly healthy skin. the term ...

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...