Have you ever tried acne products that worked wonders for someone else, only to find your skin becoming more irritated, more congested, or even more broken out? One of the biggest reasons acne routines fail is because not all acne is the same. https://site.groundedsage.com/what-is-my-skin-type-why-it-matters-how-to-find-yours/ At Grounded Sage, we often see customers treating congested acne like …
If you’ve ever purchased a highly recommended skincare product only to find it didn’t work for you, you’re not alone. One of the biggest reasons skincare routines fail isn’t because the products are bad—it’s because they’re not designed for your skin type. At Grounded Sage, we’ve seen this happen countless times. Many people build routines …
Non-Comedogenic Skincare: What Actually Clogs Pores? The Truth About Acne-Friendly Skincare If you have acne-prone skin, you’ve probably searched for terms like: non-comedogenic skincare, acne-friendly skincare, pore clogging ingredients, or best moisturizer for clogged pores… The problem is, skincare marketing often makes these topics sound much simpler than they really are. At Grounded Sage, we …
🌿 Gut, Skin, and the Aftermath of Antibiotics: What I’m Learning Through Folliculitis Let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention in skincare: the gut-skin connection — especially what happens to your skin after a round of antibiotics. Can antibiotics cause breakouts? Let’s find out! As someone who formulates skincare rooted in balance …
Is clear skin from within an approach that works? Or can acne really be solved with the right combination of skincare products? If you’re feeling frustrated enough to land on this post, there are several truths that I need to share with you. But I’ll start with one. Over the years, I’ve seen …
Willow bark extract can be found in natural skincare formulas as an alternative to salicylic acid. Most people who find their way to Grounded Sage are here because, like me, their skin is easily irritated, inflamed, or prone to breakouts when attempting to use common (and often popular and easily accessible) skincare options. But …
So what is the root cause of acne? Many think it’s bacteria and focus their acne treatments on controlling “acne-causing bacteria.” While keeping bacteria under control can help, concentrating our efforts here is like trying to stop a rock from rolling down a hill. It’s much easier to move the rock away from the cliff’s …
Let’s talk about what can trigger acne! There are A LOT of acne triggers, but in this blog post, I’ll address 3 of the triggers that have come up repeatedly in my 14 years of helping people with their skin. What Can Trigger Acne: 3 Common Triggers 1) Pollution can trigger acne 🏭🌫️ Why This …
To answer the question of why do I get acne before my period, we need to look at what happens during your hormonal cycle that makes the perfect combination of triggers for breakouts. Pay close attention to days 15 – 24 of a typical cycle – this window of time determines a lot about whether …
When you need to know how to restore skin pH balance naturally, look no further than this blog post (in fact, bookmark it for later as you never know when you’ll find yourself needing to restore your skin’s pH balance fast! I know you’re busy so let’s dive right into what you need to know about …
How’s your skin doing? If winter has gotten the best of it and you’re not sure how to restore moisture without triggering an acne breakout, this post is for you! Avoiding breakouts while also… tackling sticky cells fortifying our skin’s lipid barrier and getting rid of a buildup of dead skin cells … is a common stumbling …
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