So you’ve been following and sticking with your skincare routine yet it doesn’t seem to be working because your acne is still here. You’ve tweaked your routine, switched up your skincare products and nada. What’s going on? Well lots of things contribute to acne, like hormones, blocked pores, sebum production and acne-causing bacteria to name … Read more
If you feel like you’ve been struggling with acne for a while and nothing has worked so far, then chances are in your search for a solution you’ve stumbled across Accutane. Whether you’ve already been prescribed accutane or simply thinking about it, by all accounts it seems to be ‘the’ miracle drug to cure all … Read more
Toners can be a great addition to your skincare routine, regardless of your skin type. But if you have acne prone skin then a toner is a must. Why? Because it helps exfoliate dead skin cells away from your pores and controls excess oil. Two things that can lead to blackheads, whiteheads and acne breakouts. … Read more
If you have acne chances are you’ve given you’re pores a fair bit of thought. But acne or no, your not the only one. Congested skin or clogged pores is an extremely common and annoying skincare concern. Clogged pores can be stressful and hard to get rid of but here are five products that can … Read more
There are many proven and effective treatments for acne. And then there are creams people use to treat acne that really shouldn’t be anywhere near your face because of all the potential harm they could do to your skin. Creams like neosporin and triamcinolone acetonide are two that come to mind. These creams are routinely … Read more
Oils and acne and whether they should go together have been heavily debated. Questions asking: should you use oils if you’re acne prone? Or, Will they clog your pores? are common. One of the most talked about oils over the past few years is none other than rosehip oil, sometimes referred to as ‘a miracle … Read more
While pimples come in many shapes, sizes, and forms, cystic acne is considered to be the most severe type of acne, and the hardest to treat. And if you’ve ever had them you the question of how to shrink a cystic pimple has probably crossed your mind. What is cystic acne? Cystic acne are large, … Read more
Acne, pimple, zit, breakout, papule, etc so many names but what are they really? And aren’t they all just different types of pimples? Well turns out that no they’re not all the same. In fact there are several different types of acne /pimple and they require different treatment options, but knowing the difference isn’t always … Read more
At some point on your skincare journey, you’ve more than likely heard of Cetaphil. It’s just one of many affordable, drugstore brands offering products for every skin type and skin concern, and it’s everywhere. In fact, one of my very first cleansers was ‘the’ Cetaphil cleanser. What I like about Cetaphil is their minimal and … Read more
Dealing with acne and acne scarring sucks. Whether you pick your zit or not, (you really shouldn’t, even though it’s really tempting) there’s still a chance it’ll leave behind a scar, bump, discoloration, or hyperpigmentation. And if your skin is anything like mine, the scars left behind can take weeks even months to fade and … Read more
So you’re curious about how to use The Ordinary in a routine for acne prone skin. Then you’re probably already somewhat familiar with The Ordinary brand. Known widely for their effective, targeted formulas and reasonable prices, The Ordinary has made it easier for the budget-conscious to start and stick with a basic skincare routine. Problem … Read more
Most people (myself included) love ‘The Ordinary’. And to me, it’s a no brainer because their products are effective and super affordable. The downside that you’ll probably get carried away and buy ‘all of the things’ then struggle to figure out how to use them. If you’re already struggling with acne, the last thing you … Read more