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 which reduces oil production in the skin and leaves your skin feeling clean and moisturized. … Read more
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 like steroid creams. It’s found in a variety of animal and plant sources and also … Read more
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 called the “epidermis” and “dermis”. These two layers are separated by a substance called “stratum … Read more
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 best to prevent them. So, it’s important to invest in your skincare regimen with the … Read more
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’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 Accutane. While this is a course of treatment that is an effective way of combating … 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. Oil, dirt and dead skin cells can lead to blackheads, whiteheads, and … Read more
If you have acne chances are you’ve given your pores a fair bit of thought. But acne or no, you’re 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. They’re routinely used as … 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 in a … 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