One of my last posts talked about a common cause of acne. I’m going to continue that thought in this post and address another common cause of acne: bacteria. There are tons of different species of bacteria that live on our skin. They don’t pose a problem until they start growing exponentially. When that happens, …
The myth… People with oily skin should avoid moisturizers and serums. The truth… Those who have oily, acne-prone skin are often told to avoid oil and moisturizers when in fact, doing so will only make matters worse! Let me explain…. Oily skin can also be dehydrated skin! Confused? Don’t be! Your skin needs a balance …
So what are blackheads? Blackheads may make skin look dirty, but they are unrelated to dirt. They are actually created before the oils in your skin have even reached the other layer! The Causes: Where do they come from? Blackheads are formed when: hormones cause too much oil to be produced dead skin cells get …
Taking your vitamins doesn’t mean you’ll never need to wash your face or exfoliate again. However, making sure you don’t have a vitamin deficiency can go a long way in helping your skin. Combined with the good old basics of skin care, proper nutrition could give your skin the boost it needs! Here are some common …
Wondering if You have Rosacea? Rosacea is a frustrating skin condition that begins subtly, with the intermittent appearance of redness along the cheeks and nose. If left untreated, rosacea almost always worsens. Here are the signs to look for: Red flushing over the cheeks and nose Consistent, though random, and often extreme skin sensitivity Acne-like …
