Modern topical retinoid science began when Dr. James E. Fulton co-developed Retin-A, helping reshape the treatment of acne-prone skin and visible skin aging. But Dr. Fulton recognized a persistent problem: Traditional retinoids can work well, yet irritation often prevents long-term...
From acne to aging to even tone, mandelic acid is the multi-tasking AHA that does it all. Table of contents What is Mandelic Acid? 5 Amazing Things Mandelic Acid Can Do For Your Skin Our Favorite Mandelic Acid Products Skin...
Mandelic Acid is a skin-friendly alpha hydroxy acid that takes on acne, wrinkles, pigmentation, and dullness to safely transform texture and tone in even the most sensitive skin. Because we get so many questions about this magical multi-tasker, we’ve pulled...
Table of contents Green Tea Niacinamide Algae Aloe Allantoin Peptides Tips For Reducing Redness Skin is temperamental. The tiniest things can set it off. Excess heat, certain product ingredients, allergies, even the foods you eat can send your skin into...
During pregnancy, overactive hormones can mean your skin is suddenly all over the map. Since some of your favorite go-to skincare products have to be avoided for baby’s safety, you might not be sure where to turn. While there are...
It comes from the icy waters surrounding the coldest, driest, windiest continent on the planet and and it is here to save your skin. If you haven’t heard of Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract (PFE), we’re about to hit you with an...
The best way to avoid sun damage is obviously to avoid exposure, but let’s be realistic. It’s summer and there is no way we’re not going to spend a little time in the floaty lounge with a boozy beverage in...
We all know that sunscreen is an absolute must in protecting skin from the damaging UV rays that can lead to skin cancer. But is it enough? Scientists say no. Even a broad-spectrum sunscreen doesn’t block a hundred percent of...
Table of contents Why Pores Are Essential to Healthy Skin Why Pores Look Larger During the Day How Age Affects the Appearance of Pores Best Cleansers for Minimizing Pores Toners and Pads That Refine Pores Pore-Clearing Masks for Deep Detox...
Summer is the apex of fun and freedom. Unfortunately, it can also be the height of skin damage. During the summer months, while you’re enjoying more time outdoors, the sun is at its maximum elevation, and UV radiation is at...
Meet Mandelic Acid Meet Clinical Mandelic Acid, the gentle resurfacer of your skin’s dreams. Developed by Vivant Skin Care founding formulator, Dr. James E. Fulton, MD, PhD, this multi-tasking molecule targets all your skin’s trouble spots—aging, acne, pigmentation—starting with smoother...
The Dermatology Review says, “There are a number of essential items that are part of any skin care kit, and one of those items is an eye cream with caffeine.” We couldn’t agree more. The area around the eyes is...
