Skincare Education

The ANML Journal

Science-backed skincare education.

Endocrine Disruptors in Skincare

The chemicals in your moisturizer that mimic hormones, the research behind them, and how to minimize your exposure.

· clean beauty· 16 min read
Tallow vs Shea Butter for Skin

Tallow vs Shea Butter for Skin

Two of the most popular natural moisturizers compared on absorption, comedogenicity, nutrient content, and skin feel.

· dry skin· 10 min read
Tallow Skincare Before and After: What to Expect

Tallow Skincare Before and After: What to Expect

A realistic week-by-week timeline of what to expect when you switch to tallow, including the adjustment period most people don't warn you about.

· tallow skincare· 11 min read
Tallow vs Coconut Oil for Skin

Tallow vs Coconut Oil for Skin

Both are natural, both are popular. But their fatty acid profiles are very different, and that matters for your face.

· acne· 9 min read
Is Tallow Good for Acne-Prone Skin?

Is Tallow Good for Acne-Prone Skin?

Tallow is non-comedogenic with a fatty acid profile nearly identical to sebum. Here's why it won't clog pores and may help reduce breakouts.

· acne· 11 min read
Tallow Moisturizer vs Regular Moisturizer

Tallow Moisturizer vs Regular Moisturizer

Ingredients, absorption, hydration duration, and cost per use compared side by side. What conventional moisturizers have that tallow doesn't, and vice versa.

· dry skin· 10 min read
Tallow for Eczema: Does It Actually Help?

Tallow for Eczema: Does It Actually Help?

Tallow's fatty acid profile supports barrier repair in eczema-prone skin. Here's what the research says and what results to expect.

· eczema· 11 min read
What Is Azulene? The Science Behind Blue Tansy

What Is Azulene? The Science Behind Blue Tansy

The bicyclic compound behind blue tansy's blue color and anti-inflammatory power, explained from chemistry to skincare application.

· ingredients· 12 min read
Blue Tansy Oil for Skin: Benefits and Uses

Blue Tansy Oil for Skin: Benefits and Uses

The chamazulene compound that gives blue tansy its color is also what makes it one of the most effective natural anti-inflammatories for skin.

· ingredients· 11 min read
How to Use Tallow Balm on Your Face

How to Use Tallow Balm on Your Face

A step-by-step guide to applying tallow balm, how much to use, when to apply it, and how to layer it with other products.

· tallow skincare· 11 min read
Best Tallow Balm for Face: What to Look For

Best Tallow Balm for Face: What to Look For

Not all tallow balms are equal. Here's what separates a good one from a great one, and the red flags to watch for.

· tallow skincare· 10 min read