Using cosmetics on babies and children could disrupt hormones and trigger allergies
Would you dab perfume on a six-month-old? Paint their tiny nails with polish that contains formaldehyde? Dust bronzer onto their cheeks?
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Testing finds 85% of everyday personal care products contain unlabeled chemicals with suspected health hazards
A new study of sunscreens, baby lotions, shampoos, soaps and other everyday products found that nearly all contained chemicals not disclosed on their labels. Most contained at least one unlabeled chemical with known or suspected ...
Aug 11, 2026
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Ignore the influencers: Simple showers are still best, say dermatologists
Listen to the influencers, skin-care specialists say, and your daily shower could do more harm than good.
Dec 15, 2025
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Moisturizers tested to find best for scar management
Not all moisturizers are equal when it comes to scar management, according to new research by University of Adelaide experts and researchers at the Royal Adelaide Hospital.
Oct 3, 2025
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Stress-activated pathway reveals how nervous system contributes to eczema flare-ups
The mystery of how stress exacerbates atopic dermatitis, more commonly known as eczema, may be closer to being understood. A new study published in the journal Science has identified a specific nerve pathway that helps explain ...
Countries call for mercury dental fillings ban by 2030
Multiple countries including the United States called Monday for a worldwide ban on mercury-based dental amalgams by 2030, at a meeting of signatories to a treaty on limiting the toxic metal.
Nov 3, 2025
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Grape consumption linked to changes in gene expression and improved skin health
Clinical trials have shown that consumption of grapes can increase the resilience of skin to UV irradiation in about 30%–50% of the subject population. A new study published in the current issue of the journal ACS Nutrition ...
May 17, 2026
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Natural sunscreen compounds show potential to support skin health and blood pressure
Researchers have discovered that natural "sunscreen" compounds found in algae and cyanobacteria may also support skin and heart health. By comparing two mycosporine-like amino acids, the team showed for the first time that ...
Jan 30, 2026
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Why stress can make your hair fall out: A two-part reaction
It's well known that stress can trigger hair loss. A new paper explores how this happens and how our response to stress can have long-term consequences for our scalps, research that may eventually yield insights into autoimmune ...
Dec 3, 2025
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Can you wear the same pair of socks more than once?
It's pretty normal to wear the same pair of jeans, a jumper or even a t-shirt more than once. But what about your socks?
Dec 8, 2025
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