Synthetic parabens and formaldehyde releasers are falling out of favor, but keeping creams safe from microbes remains a challenge. The global shift toward "clean-label" cosmetics has left formulators ...

Hydrosols are water-based products made from the distillation of fresh flowers, leaves, fruits, and other plant materials. Some claim they have health benefits, but there is limited scientific ...

June may be the best month for California lavender lovers, as festivals that celebrate the fragrant flowering plant abound during the next few weeks. But lavender is celebrated for more than its scent ...