Ingredient Profiles (IPs) in Detail

Spotlight On: L-Ascorbic Acid

Posted by John ⋅ July 5, 2012 ⋅ 2 Comments

Here’s a short overview of one of the most popular and widely used ingredients in skin care, vitamin C! http://www.futurederm.com/2012/07/05/spotlight-on-l-ascorbic-acid/ Let me know what you think! What else would you guys like to know about vitamin C?

Spotlight On: Tretinoin

Posted by John ⋅ June 22, 2012 ⋅ 6 Comments

Here’s a BRIEF overview of tretinoin, in anticipation for the retinol metabolism post. Since Nicki decided to post it later next week, I figured we’d cover tretinoin this week, just to refresh everyone’s memories. 🙂 Enjoy! http://www.futurederm.com/2012/06/22/spotlight-on-tretinoin/

Spotlight On: Menthol – A Fascinating Look at a Mysterious Ingredient

Posted by John ⋅ June 7, 2012 ⋅ Leave a comment

Sorry I’ve been so MIA. Life is just whopping my ass. Lol!! Anyways, if you’ve ever been curious about menthol, here’s my take on it: http://www.futurederm.com/2012/06/07/spotlight-on-menthol-a-fascinating-look-at-a-mysterious-ingredient/ Comment on here or at FutureDerm.com!

Hydroxy Acids Part IV: The Best Hydroxy Acid Products

Posted by John ⋅ May 17, 2012 ⋅ Leave a comment

Here’s Part IV! The last one, finally! I know, I know. http://www.futurederm.com/2012/05/17/hydroxy-acids-part-iv-the-best-hydroxy-acid-product-reviews-and-recommendations-of-all-time/ If you have any questions, requests, or anything let me know!

Hydroxy Acids Part III: Common Misconceptions of Hydroxy Acids

Posted by John ⋅ May 10, 2012 ⋅ 6 Comments

Here’s Part III, as promised! http://www.futurederm.com/2012/05/10/hydroxy-acids-part-iii-common-misconceptions-of-hydroxy-acids/ Enjoy! Only 5 references this time, but still it’s quite a hefty bit of reading! 🙂

Hydroxy Acids Part II: The Differences between Glycolic Acid, Salicyclic Acid, Lipohydroxy Acid, and Gluconolactone

Posted by John ⋅ May 3, 2012 ⋅ Leave a comment

Here’s Part II of my series on hydroxy acids! I discuss FOUR different HAs that represent the old and new generations of this remarkable family of compounds! http://www.futurederm.com/2012/05/03/hydroxy-acids-part-ii-the-differences-between-glycolic-acid-salicyclic-acid-lipohydroxy-acid-and-gluconolactone/ Let me know what you think! Thanks!

Hydroxy Acids Part I: What are Hydroxy Acids?

Posted by John ⋅ April 26, 2012 ⋅ 2 Comments

Here’s another FutureDerm post for you guys! It’s part 1/4 in my quest to explain hydroxy acids! Enjoy!! http://www.futurederm.com/2012/04/26/hydroxy-acids-part-i-what-are-hydroxy-acids/ As always, comment here or on FutureDerm. 🙂

Is Ethanol in Skin Care Products Safe?

Posted by John ⋅ April 19, 2012 ⋅ 2 Comments

I expand on what I covered in last week’s FutureDerm post about the functions of ethanol in skin care. Here’s the link and enjoy! http://www.futurederm.com/2012/04/19/is-ethanol-in-skin-care-products-safe/ I’ll respond to comments made here or on FutureDerm. It’s up to you guys!