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How a Beauty Writer Tries Things Out

A beauty writer Arielle Avila explains how she evaluates products for the publication, from talking to experts to trying things out herself.

How to Avoid Bad Botox

It’s not just about avoiding counterfeits, providers need training to know where the forehead artery is, for example, or how to treat potential complications.

Popular Acne Products Could End Up Becoming Carcinogenic

An independent quality assurance company tested common, popular acne products that contain benzoyl peroxide and found that the chemicals can degrade into benzene, a known carcinogen, at levels far above FDA standards if left on the shelf.

Beware the Unregulated “Medspa”

An investigative piece looking at the rise of medspas and the complaints that have come with that territory, especially after the FDA issued a warning last month.

Original Reporting: wellness + beauty