So you’ve heard about essential oils and how some people have used them to beat acne, but aren’t quite sure whether they work or how you should use them. Perhaps you are looking for something more reliable than ‘I used essential oils for three days and now my acne is gone’ stories? If so, you’ve … Read more
The pH of your skin can influence your acne in many ways. It also has profound effects on the stability of your skin and balance of skin bugs. Do you know the pH of your face wash? Probably not, because most products do not disclose it! Of many factors that influence skin health, skin pH … Read more
Unprotected sun exposure will make your acne worse… but using sunscreen can also do the exact same thing. Sunscreen and acne, It’s a catch 22. Use no sunscreen and your acne gets worse. Use sunscreen and your acne gets worse. But… use the right sunscreen – a sunscreen that won’t cause acne – and not … Read more
Are you considering the caveman regimen for acne? Hundreds of people online report to have cleared their skin using this routine. This minimalist approach is now more popular than ever! Could the topical products you’re using actually be causing the problem you’re trying to solve? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything and your skin … Read more
How many times have you waited, filled with hope, for a new product to be delivered, only to be disappointed when it arrives and makes no difference to your skin? In a market full of products with false or exaggerated claims, it’s difficult to know what works. Sure, it’s dermatologically tested and non-comedogenic, but can … Read more
Acne treatments nowadays range from powerful hormonal medications to topical creams with robust active ingredients. But what about the age-old methods that served people well for centuries? Tea tree oil is a time-honored treatment that has been used for hundreds of years. So does it reduce acne? The short answer is ‘yes’. In recent years, … Read more
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
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
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
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