Healthy Beauty News & Features

In a vampire facial -- popularized by Kim Kardashian and other celebrities -- a patient's blood is drawn and then injected back into the face using micro-needles.

In the past year alone, U.S. retail sales of essential oils soared 14% to $133 million -- up from $55 million in 2015 -- according to market research firm SPINS.

In increasing numbers, people go to cosmetic surgeons requesting “fuller lips, bigger eyes, or a thinner nose” that they see in photo filters, according to new research. The trend, called “Snapchat dysmorphia,” was first identified in 2015 and is now raising alarm among some physicians.

Banned from Soap, Is Triclosan in Your Toothpaste? July 5, 2018 -- Deodorant, shaving cream, toothpaste, trash cans, clothing, cutting boards, credit cards: These are just a few of the ways consumers can come into contact with triclosan. A growing body of evidence suggests that it can be harmful. Should you be concerned?Triclosan, an antibacterial and antimicrobial chemical, has been used in personal care products and as a pesticide for decades. Scientists in recent years have stepped up their research into its potential health risks, says University of Maine biochemist Julie Gosse, PhD.Gosse has published studies on

Eleven products contained seven chemicals prohibited in the European Union or regulated under California's Proposition 65. Hair relaxers marketed for children had the highest levels of five such chemicals, the report said.

New studies suggest there's a link between genes that contribute to hair and skin color and genes that alert the body about infections.

The researchers who pinpointed the origins of hair hue said their findings could improve understanding of health conditions linked to pigmentation, including skin, testicular, prostate and ovarian cancers.

High levels of bacteria and animal waste were found in counterfeit makeup confiscated by Los Angeles police.

Americans who head abroad for cheaper plastic surgery may find they're rolling the dice when it comes to their safety.

In 2016, more than 2.4 million filler procedures were done with one type alone, hyaluronic acid (Juvederm, Restylane), in the U.S. That's a 56% increase over the last decade.

The annual report from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) finds big jumps in the popularity of noninvasive "body shaping" techniques -- everything from ultrasound to radio waves, infrared light, injected medications and vacuum-massage treatments.

As WEN hair care products remain on the market despite thousands of complaints, lawmakers push for new regulations on beauty products.

Don’t get stuck in a rut. Learn how to update your skin care routine.

You might be surprised at these harmful things that can wreck your skin. Learn more at WebMD.

How to know if you have sensitive skin, what that really means, and how to choose the best products and skin-care routine to avoid irritation and allergies.

Skin can become rough and dry because of cold air, irritating clothing, or other things. Here’s what dermatologists suggest for getting and keeping smooth skin at any age.

Jewelry and accessory retailer Claire’s has recalled a series of makeup kits after news reports said they tested positive for asbestos.

You may end up with a barber or a dentist instead

Cosmetics, personal care products get little regulatory scrutiny

Triclosan isn't proven safe or effective, coalition of scientists from 29 countries says

New report details costs of most popular plastic surgery procedures

Terms like 'hypoallergenic' and 'fragrance-free' may not mean what you think they do, doctor says

Cosmetic procedures are on the rise and patients aren't shy about what they're tweaking, study finds

What do "eco" and "organic" really mean when it comes to your skin care?

Quite a bit of lip service goes into each tube.