Blog for acne-prone skin, No Filter

Skincare tips if you have perioral dermatitis and acne.

HOW TO DEAL WITH PERIORAL DERMATITIS AND ACNE

Perioral dermatitis and acne are two different skin conditions, though they have a lot of similarities and can easily be mistaken for each other. S...

Understanding skin hydration and moisture for healthy skin.

HYDRATING INGREDIENTS 101

Although technically speaking, hydration and moisture are not the same, they work synergistically to keep your skin plump, healthy and protected. A...

ACNE JOURNALS: RİA B, 29

My acne journey started at 11 with a severe amount of acne on my forehead. Your worth of yourself changes in terms of how you feel and how you fee...

ACNE JOURNALS: LUCAS S, 30

My mother has great skin, but my father has problematic skin, deep acne scarring. Word on the street is he had to do Accutane three times to help ...

ACNE JOURNALS: SAMANTHA S, 30

I think what's so hard about acne is how out of control it feels to have acne. I didn't like having acne, but I didn't really know how to make...

Ceramides in skincare: benefits and importance

GUIDE TO CERAMIDES

Ceramides are mentioned a lot in skincare, particularly when talking about moisturizers and barrier health, so let’s spend some time understanding ...

Skincare tips to manage and prevent hyperpigmentation.

HOW TO FADE HYPERPIGMENTATION IN 3 STEPS

Pigment formation is a complex process, so to truly manage hyperpigmentation, you need to take a multifaceted approach that works on each step. Bel...

Why daily sunscreen is essential for acne-prone skin.

WHY IS SUN PROTECTION SO IMPORTANT FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN?

Daily sunscreen protects your skin from harmful UV damage, which can cause burns, pigmentation, wrinkles and even cancer. It’s one of the few produ...

The ultimate guide to your skin barrier care.

SKIN BARRIER 101

In the past few years, the term “skin barrier” has been popping up everywhere and for good reason. A strong, supported skin barrier is integral to ...

Safe acne treatments and tips during pregnancy.

PREGNANCY AND NURSING SAFE ACNE SKINCARE

Acne is influenced by hormones, so it’s no surprise that pregnancy or postpartum may come with pimples as hormones fluctuate. However, contrary to ...

Skincare prep for clear skin on your big day

WEDDING SKINCARE BOOTCAMP: HOW TO GET YOUR ACNE UNDER CONTROL FOR YOUR SPECIAL DAY

You can find a lot of timelines outlining when to start certain products and treatments before your wedding. These are helpful guidelines, but when...

How to use retinoids with AHAs and BHA for clear skin.

HOW TO USE RETINOIDS WITH AHAs/BHA?

Retinoids and exfoliants are both considered “active” meaning they have the potential to create physical changes in your skin. They’re both importa...