The Lab Journal

Learn about the world of clinically effective, biocompatible skincare.

Everything You Need to Know About Alpha Arbutin

Uneven skin tone and dark spots are common skincare concerns. While many ingredients claim to brighten the appearance of skin, alpha ...

The Perfector Salicylic Acid Body Wash is designed to help exfoliate and smooth the feel of rough, bumpy skin—making it a great optio...

Peptides have become a buzzword in skincare, often associated with younger, more radiant-looking skin. But what are they exactly, and...

KP, “chicken skin,” or “strawberry legs”—whatever name you use, keratosis pilaris is a very common skin condition characterized by th...

Worried about clogged pores or breakouts from your skincare products? Many people rely on the comedogenic scale to choose “safe” prod...

Curious about how retinol and retinal compare? Both are members of the vitamin A family and are known for supporting smoother, more r...

You may be familiar with Retinol, but have you heard of retinaldehyde (sometimes called “retinal” or “all-trans-retinal”)? In the ski...

Acids may sound intimidating at first—especially if you have sensitive skin—but when formulated correctly, they can work gently to re...

Potent, versatile, and well-studied, niacinamide offers a wide range of supportive benefits for the skin. It’s one ingredient that de...

Arguably one of our most beloved ingredients, niacinamide is a versatile, skin-supportive antioxidant that truly does a little bit of...