The T-Zone is an area where we are typically most prone to blackheads, clogged or enlarged pores, whiteheads, redness, sensitivity and irritation. Find out how you can deal with the nasty effects caused in this trouble zone.

Did one gossipy email give sulfates a bad reputation? Learn what Sodium Lauryl Sulfates do for your shampoos, what the world’s leading cosmetics safety associations say about them and decide for yourself if they’re worth avoiding.

An apple a day should keep the wrinkles at bay — or at least the naturally-occurring flavonoids found in apples may help in your anti-aging quest. In this week’s Glam Glossary, we explore quercetin, the antioxidant found in many anti-aging treatments.

Considered the ultimate “P word” by many insiders, parabens have one of the worst reputations in the cosmetics and skin care industry. But do they truly deserve that bad rep?

Sunscreen provides strong sun protection from harmful UV rays. However, is the ingredient contained in many sunscreens, oxybenzone, just as safe for your body?

The term “noncomedogenic” (or “non-comedogenic”) implies the product carrying that label won’t clog pores. But like the label “hypoallergenic,” there are no rules or regulations ensuring that’s really the case.

Microdermabrasion can be found in spas, doctor’s offices and in the form of at-home kits. But how exactly does it work, and, more importantly, is it safe? Find out after the jump.

Think leave-in conditioners are nothing to think about? Not so. Leave-ins should be purchased with a great deal of consideration, because they will stay in your hair until the next rinse. Learn how to decide which leave-in hair quencher is right for your strands.

While it won’t make your hair grow faster (contrary to popular belief), keratin does have its benefits. Learn more about this strengthening protein that bonds to your hair.

The Jojoba plant, a desert shrub, yields a moisturizing substance found in many bath and body products. Learn more about the ingredient that practically passes as a twin for our body’s natural oil secretions.

Iron oxides seem to be everywhere in cosmetics products. Find out what this ingredient does and if it’s safe for your skin.