It’s an all too common scenario: You’re excited to try your new skincare product, whether it’s an eye cream, serum, moisturizer, or body cream, and slather it all over, only to find yourself with a ...

Some food for thought: On average, women use 12 personal care products daily, which amounts to about 168 chemical ingredients, according to the Environmental Working Group (EWG). Splurging on a new ...

Individuals on immunosuppressants should discontinue them prior to patch testing, if at all possible, to avoid tarnishing the test results, according to updated guidelines from the North American ...

Allergies are common and can be triggered by anything from certain foods and chemicals to dust or pet dander. While some people discover their allergies only after an unexpected reaction, deliberately ...

If you regularly read skin care stories, you’ve probably come across the often-touted advice to patch test new products before trying them. (It’s certainly a suggestion SELF has made more than once!) ...