Hormonal acne, also known as acne vulgaris, is a condition caused by the body’s hormone levels fluctuating. It’s typically linked to puberty but can happen with adults of any age, especially women. This is due to various factors, like the…
Most people will experience acne and breakouts at some point in their life. If you’re going through a rough patch where your face is breaking out, it can impact your self-confidence. While some breakouts can be caused by allergies or…
A blind pimple (otherwise known as cystic acne) is a type of pimple that doesn’t have a head and is typically located deep in the skin. They are usually not noticeable on the surface of the skin but can form…
A natural substance found in the body, hyaluronic acid is an essential component of our connective tissues. These connective tissues are found throughout our body especially in the eyes, joints, and skin. Described as clear and gooey, its main function…
The harmful effects of smoking are widely studied and documented, but one of the lesser-known consequences of smoking is how it affects your skin. Smoking is a common cause of premature ageing, can result in wrinkles, dry skin and uneven…
Cleansing oils are a natural, effective way to remove makeup, dirt, and grime that has accumulated on your skin. A popular first step in Korean skincare recommended for all skin types it cleanses the pores by removing dirt and debris…
Retinol is a topical form of vitamin A (retinaldehyde) that stimulates the production of collagen. It’s used in the treatment and prevention of skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and wrinkles without the irritation and redness associated with harsher treatments…
Everyone needs a cleanser/face wash regardless of their skin type. Cleansers are an essential part of everybody’s skincare routine. If you’ve been struggling with stubborn breakouts that pop up at the same time every month, then you might have an…
A healthy skin barrier is important to maintain healthy skin. It protects you from bacteria and other harmful substances that can enter your body and potentially trigger an allergic reaction (e.g. eczema). The skin barrier is composed of two layers…
Skin sensitivity and irritation are common skin concerns and can be difficult to manage. Taking care of your skin is a daily concern. But important because deterioration from harsh weather conditions and pollution can be hard to reverse so it’s…
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…
If you’ve been struggling with acne for a while and none of the treatments you’ve tried have worked so far, then chances are that in your search for the perfect solution to your skin condition, you may have come across…