In light of the recent reports about nanoparticles in sunscreen, I decided that it is time to revisit one of my favorite topics: safe sunscreen. Every time someone questions the safety of certain sunscreens, special interest groups and dermatologists complain that it is irresponsible to suggest that we...

Do you know why beauty trendsetters like Gwyneth Paltrow and Emma Stone are using natural face oils? If you're looking to have healthier, younger-looking skin without exposure to chemicals, toxins or harsh treatments, consider adding face oils to your skin care routine. Yes, it turns out...

Do you know why beauty trendsetters like Gwyneth Paltrow and Emma Stone are using natural face oils? If you're looking to have healthier, younger-looking skin without exposure to chemicals, toxins or harsh treatments, consider adding face oils to your skin care routine. Yes, it turns out...

Last month, the Environmental Working Group released their annual sunscreen guide to help consumers navigate the world of safe sun protection for the whole family. Doctors, sunscreen advocates and trade groups are responding and once again, there seems to be a lot of confusion out there, as evidenced by the...

Last week, I accompanied my mom to an appointment with her doctor who is supporting her through the challenges of a terminal illness. After the appointment, she went home and I walked around looking at skin care products -- which, as a manufacturer of skin care products, I often do....

Before I took on my current role as the CEO of natural skincare company Marie Veronique Organics, I, like many of you, had not spent a single moment thinking about nanoparticles. As I've learned more, I have become increasingly alarmed at the number of studies raising concerns about the health...

The Campaign for Safe Cosmetics announced today that 335 companies have been named Champions and met the goals of the Compact for Safe Cosmetics, a voluntary pledge to avoid chemicals banned by health agencies outside the U.S. and to fully disclose product ingredients to consumers. The new report,

For many of you, Cyber Monday has become the holy grail of holiday shopping. The coveted deals day that also allows you to be a smarter, greener shopper. For the most part, shopping online is smarter and greener, and a great way to finish up those holiday gifting loose ends...

We all have our own reasons for abiding by the precautionary principle when it comes to sunscreen -- acting to prevent harm when evidence indicates that something may be harmful. Some of us may be cancer survivors, some may have had a melanoma and some are parents of young children....