Benzoyl peroxide (BP) is one of the most successful OTC treatments for acne. It kills bacteria and helps to shed dead skin cells. Recent research also suggests it may mitigate genetic androgen sensitivity in acne-prone skin. Benzoyl peroxide normally comes in 3 concentrations 2.5%, 5% and 10%, with the implied assumption that higher concentrations are … Read more
Everybody knows that acne-prone skin produces too much oil. But in their war against sebum and pimples some people go too far. Despite excessive sebum production many acne patients also struggle with dry skin, which can result from over-washing or as a side-effect from some drugs. Whatever the cause it’s important that you deal with … Read more
As I was reading some studies at PubMed I came across this study on the effect of chlorine on the skin barrier function. Skin barrier function is one measure of skin health. One of the thing the skin does is regulates what goes in and out of your body. For example it adjusts the water … Read more
If you regularly shave, you may find yourself experiencing red itchy bumps on your skin, sometimes more often than usual. They can be quite unpleasant, especially if you shaved for a special occasion, like a date or an important meeting. Old recommendations called for infrequent shaving with single-blade razors. This was due to increased inflammation … Read more
Most acne patients suffer from oily skin. Excess sebum produced by the skin causes clogged pores and acne. In this post I’ll share some scientifically proven remedies that can cut down sebum production by 50% or more. Genes make acne-prone skin sensitive to hormones, and those hormones boost sebum production in the skin. Lucky for … Read more
My acne treatment product of choice is Exposed Skincare. Simply because they have the best formulation I’ve seen. A few days back I went traveling with my friends for a couple of days. I didn’t want to pack the whole Exposed system as there are a lot of bottles to lug around. I figured I’ll … Read more
After you hang out at acne forums and blogs for a while you’ll realize that most acne patients fall into two categories. There are those who see acne mostly as a topical problem and try to get rid of it with creams and lotions. And then there are those who believe acne is a sign … Read more
I’ve been suffering from persistent and severe scalp acne for ages. I got it when Accutane transferred by back acne to my scalp (improvement, of sorts). I’ve been battling with it even since. It reacts to diet and gets better when I practice what I preach. But my scalp has always been more sensitive than … Read more
Natural remedies often score high on hype but low on credible evidence. And reading about green tea you certainly find a lot of hype. But can green tea live up to the hype? Can you use green tea to treat acne? The answer is a resounding yes. Studies show that green tea can reduce acne … Read more