If you have ever been plagued by acne, chances are that you are now extremely conscious of the products you use for your skin. You are a cynical buyer and a consistent label-reader. And yes, you have trust issues with skin products unless the words “dermatologist-tested, hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic” are clearly stated on the packaging. … Read more
Have you ever been prescribed birth control pills to help fight your persistent acne? If so, you are not alone – millions of women every year turn to hormonal contraceptives to clear up their skin, on doctors’ orders. But does birth control actually help treat acne? We often hear mixed reviews. While some women rave … Read more
Everyone loves a cup of coffee in the morning, right? Whether it’s a straight shot of espresso from your home coffee machine to help you feel more alert, or a delicious milky latte from a coffee shop on the way to work, millions of us enjoy at least one coffee-containing beverage every day. If you’re … Read more
Does it feel acne treatments are like a box of chocolates? You never know whether you’ll end up happy or disappointed. You read a gushing story of how someone got over acne with a particular treatment. As you read more, you find other people who swear by the treatment. The excitement builds up, and you … Read more
Looking after your skin is important, and nowadays many people do as much as they can to keep their skin in great condition. But did you know that pollution and chemicals in the very air we breathe damages the skin, and undoing some of the hard work you’ve done cleansing, toning and moisturising? Many of … Read more
Getting over acne can feel like an impossible task. The net is full of bottles, pills, and dietary regimens that promise to clear your skin, and yet it seems like none of them works for you. Fortunately, scientists are slowly uncovering promising solutions to acne, such as vitamin D. Several studies have looked into the … Read more
We live in a world where millions of men and women are desperately seeking new ways to protect and nourish their skin. Lotions and potions line bathroom cabinets across the globe, and there’s a distinct trend for organic products that draw from the earth’s natural bounty to deliver supposedly impressive results. Olive oil is one … Read more
A recently published study shows that even eating moderate amounts of high-quality dark chocolate can cause acne. The study, published in the International Journal of Dermatology in December 2015, asked 25 acne-prone men to eat 25g (0.9 ounces) of high-quality dark chocolate every day for 4 weeks. This graph shows the number of both inflammatory … Read more
Someone on the internet is wrong. Nowhere is this truer than in the realm of natural health. Bloggers with more enthusiasm than critical thinking skills hype the miraculous healing benefits of various natural products. Coconut oil receives more than its fair share of the natural health hype. But contrary to many other supposedly miraculous natural … Read more
Lemon juice is frequently recommended as a DYI treatment against acne, acne scars and hyperpigmentation. From glossy magazines, beauty blogs, testimonials and even beauticians, everyone seems to promote the use of lemon juice. Could this simple fruit be the answer we all have been looking for? Alas, probably not. While lemon juice has properties that … Read more