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Choosing the Proper Cleanser (Part One)

Using the correct cleanser for your skin type is very important. It may seem like it shouldn’t matter so much as it doesn’t stay on your skin for very long. However, it really does matter because some can be overly aggressive. Often, the level of oiliness...

What is Acne?

Acne is a disorder of the pores in which dead skin cells shed much faster than normal. Usually, it’s an inherited condition. You didn’t do anything to cause it!  When all these excess skin cells buildup inside the pore, a microcomedone is formed....

Cleansing Your Skin the Correct Way

Yes, it may seem pretty basic but there is a right way to do it. Remember to never use hot water! It won’t kill the bacteria and will only make inflammation worse. How to: after applying a small amount of an appropriate cleanser to damp skin, massage into a...

Do I Need a Moisturizer if I have Acne?

Even people with acne may need a moisturizer but often are afraid to use one. Drying out your skin will not help your acne-it can actually make it worse. This is because your skin will try to compensate and produce more oil which can cause more clogging of the pore....

Speaking of Toner………..

A little trick to apply toner is to use “non-woven” sponges”. They aren’t  like the sponges you’d use to wash your dishes, but little squares made of a soft poly-rayon blend. They are lint- free so they don’t leave flecks of cotton...

Is it Okay to Skip Using a Toner?

No. Toners have several purposes. The most important one is to readjust the pH of the skin after cleansing as many cleansers tend to be alkaline. The skin’s normal pH is about 5.5, which is a little bit acidic. This acidity actually helps the skin’s...

Can Dairy Cause Acne?

Some studies show that cow’s milk may worsen breakouts(Pub Med 2018). This could be due to the hormones in dairy. One theory is that cow’s milk contains certain hormones called androgens which may be inflammatory. These androgens may also trigger more oil...

Are your supplements causing your breakouts?

Acne is a complex condition and can have many underlying causes, including popular supplements. Both vitamins B6 and B12, in high doses, have been shown to worsen existing acne or even cause breakouts in susceptible people. Whey protein, which is a protein found in...