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By Lisa Duffy The short answer: Magnolia bark extract comes from the bark of the Magnolia tree. Skincare formulators value it for its natural plant compounds, and it’s the ingredient...

If your skin looks flushed, feels easily upset, or reacts to new products, the best routine is usually the simplest one: a non-stripping cleanser, an alcohol-free toner, a lightweight hydrating...

Magnolia bark extract comes from the bark of Magnolia officinalis, a tree long used in traditional herbal practice. In skincare it is used as a plant-derived antioxidant ingredient. In our...

By Lisa Duffy If your face suddenly feels tight after you wash it, or your favorite cream no longer seems to be enough, you're not imagining it. Many of us...

By Lisa Duffy Walk down any skincare aisle and the word "clean" is everywhere. But what does it actually mean, especially when your skin is in its 40s, 50s, 60s...

Learn the difference between hydrating and moisturizing so you can choose the right products for your skin type. Taking some time for yourself can improve your complexion, health, and overall...

From your grandma’s advice to the latest beauty blogger, there is a ton of skincare advice out there that can make it hard to know who or what to believe....

Maintaining healthy, radiant skin requires a well-thought-out skincare routine, and sunscreen is a crucial component in protecting our skin from harmful UV rays. While experimentation can be fun, combining cosmetics...

I'm often asked if Magnolia Skin Essentials' products contain sunscreen, and the answer is no, but it's not because we don't want you to wear sunscreen... we do! Let me...

As someone who truly cares about the people who buy my products, I am always listening to your comments and enjoy receiving your questions. There are two questions I definitely...

I looked at my clean, makeup-free face up close in the mirror. Yep, I saw it in the bright bathroom lights and plain as day. My skin was starting to...

Most of us don’t think twice about turning on the tap, lathering up, and rinsing—yet hard water and municipal impurities can be silent culprits behind dryness, irritation, and premature aging....