Part of having acne is knowing what can potentially trigger breakouts. Knowing your triggers means you should know which foods, activities or substances to avoid. It can be a bit difficult at first but it can potentially save your skin. The best way to avoid your triggers is to know and discuss them with your […]
The lack of Omega-3 Fatty Acids may be causing your skin’s dry and dull complexion. Your skin’s water levels can be depleted when you drink alcohol, or when you eat foods that are too high in sugar and salt. This also happens when you don’t drink enough water or eat foods that are too spicy. […]
Which vitamins and minerals should you be taking/applying to help treat your acne, or prevent future breakouts? The three most important ones are vitamins A and D, and Zinc. Other vitamins and minerals are still essential for living a healthy life, but if you are suffering from acne, these three are the most important ones […]
Have you ever questioned the number of skincare products you’re currently using? Maybe even asked yourself if there is such a thing as using too many skincare products? The answer is yes, yes there is. Using too many products can actually do more harm than good to your skin and can be detrimental to the […]
So you’ve gotten your acne under control; no more breakouts and no more rogue pimples showing up. What next? Well acne can leave your face with blemishes, and dark or purple spots. The difference between normal blemishes and the ones that appear due to acne is that some normal blemishes like scars are raised or […]
There’s a lot of really bad advice people give about skincare. From using some obscure home remedies that don’t actually work, to overly tanning to apparently get vitamin D. Before following someone’s skincare advice, it’s a good idea to check with your dermatologist first whether it’s actually good advice, or bad advice. Here are four […]
Sun damage does not just look bad with the wrinkles, blemishes and peeling, but also the health risks associated with it. Cancers like melanoma, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma are real threats that come with getting skin damage associated with the sun. That’s why you should always apply sunscreen whenever you’re outside (and […]
Your daytime skincare routine should be a bit different from your nighttime skincare routine. There are things you should do in the morning and during the day, and things you should be doing at night. Having two distinct skincare routines can greatly help you achieve your results, whether it be to fade your acne scars, […]
The new year is upon us, which means it’s time to work on your resolutions. What skincare resolutions do you have in mind? It’s safe to say that having a better skincare routine might be one of those, or that visiting the dermatologist more often is another. Here are three other things you might want […]
They say old habits die hard. In skincare, old habits sometimes need to die to get amazing results. These habits can be the things that are holding you back from getting the skin you want, and you might not even know it. Here are three habits you need to stop doing for the sake of […]
