Journal
Field notes on ingredients.
Short, careful pieces about what's in the things you buy. No catastrophizing, no influencer voice.
Buyer's guide
Is 100% cotton always safe? The dye question
The fiber is one input. The dyes, mordants, and finishes that turn it into a t-shirt are the rest of the story — and they almost never appear on the label.
Ingredient guideWhat parabens actually are — and when to worry
The honest version. What the science says about methylparaben, propylparaben, and the rest — and what to look for instead.
Buyer's guideClean beauty 101: a starter guide
If you're just starting to read labels, this is the field guide. The seven ingredients worth avoiding, and the brands that consistently leave them out.
ComparisonMineral vs. chemical sunscreen, scored
A side-by-side of the most popular SPF brands at Sephora and Target, scored on FIBYC's 1–100 scale. With our top picks for sensitive skin.