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Most consumers—and even many beauty professionals—don’t realize how much information is missing, unclear, or intentionally omitted from skincare product labels.Here are some facts that brands don’t highlight… but you need to know.
The holiday season may be behind us, but social events like Carnival and parties are still in full swing—and often accompanied by a drink or two. Many of us assume that moderation keeps us safe from harm, but when it comes to your skin, that’s not entirely true.
One of the most powerful factors stimulating the secretion of sebum – skin oil that can clog the pores and cause your acne – is a male hormone called testosterone. It happens that even it is a male hormone it is also “produced” by women and… its presence (its production) in the body is closely related to what happens when you engage in intense exercise or other physical activities.
The best way to PREVENT acne scars is to stop them before they form. Each new lesion or a deeper pimple increases the risk of permanent marks. If you can use the products that actually focus on prevention of acne before they form
This is this time of the year! parties, dinners, Holiday gathering, quick picks and wrong choices. So -let’s see how we can help your diet to make it a powerful tool in managing your acne. Let’s focus on right choices, opt for anti-inflammatory, nutrient-rich foods and avoid triggers like high-glycemic carbs, too much alcohol and processed “junk food”.
Acne vulgaris is one of the most common dermatological conditions, affecting millions worldwide. Traditional treatments include topical retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, oral antibiotics, and hormonal therapy.
When the new season rolls in - just as we change our wardrobes, our skincare routine needs some adjustments too. First, we need to deal with the reminiscence of fun summer days that were possibly not so much fun to our skin.
We live by mobile phones. We sleep with them, eat with them, guard them (sometimes better than people in our lives) and get helpless and depressed when we lose them. Americans check their phones about 47 times per day, according to a survey by Deloitte.
Summer is over and dryer, cooler, less humid days of Fall are upon us. Fall also brings the back to school and work challenges and an avalanche of responsibilities we postponed taking advantage of the summer times. Finally, soon …. Holliday Season is approaching. In short – plenty of pressure on our already overstressed skin. This often brings an onslaught of outbreaks, redness and other skin problems.
Everyone wants a glowing and luminous skin but when this glow becomes shine….. we go from compliments to frustration and a desperate effort to turn the glow down. At this juncture we are not anymore in a space of dewy skin but in the fight with oily skin. In a previous article on how to take care of oily skin we talked about the ways to restore the healthy balance to your skin and to decrease the probabailty of breakouts.
Traveling can be an exciting adventure or a part of your professional career, but for many, it also comes with concerns about skin health, including acne breakouts. Unfortunately- the ever more common airplane flights add to this common concerns as airplane environments, often characterized by dry air and a crowded setting, can exacerbate skin issues.
If you have oily skin, I am sure you feel like you are fighting the endless battle. You fight the shine, you clean the pores, you deal with breakouts or even major assault of acne,,,, and when you feel that you almost won… the cycle starts again. But there is a light on the horizon, or even more than one.
No – this is not a new appetizer that sweeps the country nor did I “lose my… marbles”. These are some inexpensive tips on how to use one of the most popular and … cheap vegetables and something that possibly is already in your pantry or fridge … for the benefits of your skin.
Hormones play a significant role in maintaining skin health and can influence various skin conditions. It is quite encouraging that in recent years the general knowledge about how such hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and progesterone affect the skin has significantly increased. We are quite familiar with the fact that they can affect sebum (oil) production and cause acne and increase inflammation. We understand that they affect skin thickness since they influence the collagen production. Finally- most of us are relatively familiar with when and why those hormones kick- in, and what their imbalance may cause.
Uneven skin with large pores and yellowish or black bumps… yak; What are those unsightly imperfection on my skin? And what can I do about them since the best makeup or concealer really cannot camouflage them…
So what are those unsightly bumps?
The skin, our body's largest organ, is far more than just a protective barrier. It is increasingly recognized as an active endocrine organ, playing a significant role in hormonal synthesis, metabolism, and response to various hormones and signaling molecules.
There are some myths and stories circulation about skincare that need to be highlighted. For example – NO- you should not put a toothpaste on your pimples!
On the other hand there are some practices that are not so easy to accept or reject. They need- clarification
Summer is a wonderful time for discoveries, fun, beaches and exciting travel. It is also the time of damaging sun rays, drying winds and extra sweat, crazy plane flight schedules and hotel rooms. In the short, summer is the time you may love, but your skin may dread. Here are some basic guidelines for Summer Skin Survival.
Some vitamins and more, your skin will thank you for.
Did you know that Americans spent close to $40 billion on vitamins in 2024? This is approximately 31% of all our spending on supplements and close to 35% of what the entire world spends on them. WOW!.
As we all know the power of numbers is only as good as the quality that they represent, so it seems we should think hard about what may be most beneficial for us when we elect to purchase supplements.
Scars are a natural part of the body's healing process, forming after injuries, surgeries, burns, or skin conditions like acne. While there are many treatments that can dimmish the appearance of scars, the question remains: can all scars be completely removed? Understanding how the scars form and the limitations of scar treatments is key to setting realistic expectations for those looking to improve the appearance of their skin.
Acne affects 75% of people. Yes- some are blessed with a clear beautiful complexion most of their life and some struggle to get and maintain clear and healthy skin. Acne is the most common skin condition for women and men and affects young ( pre- teens and teens) and older – not just those post puberty but mature 40+ and even 60+ year old individuals. Acne doesn’t know economic boundaries either - rich and poor get the zits; also, if you live in Portugal or Brazil, in Finland or in Marocco-you can get the dreaded pimples. And what about your lifestyle? You can be a computer geek or a rising basketball star and you can still succumb to acne…
There are many skin potions which people feel may help different skin conditions like acne, dry skin, age or sun spots even wrinkles
But a potion you can eat and cook with, enjoy as a great gourmet addition to your table while at the same time getting your body, bones, and skin healthier…. Can it be the same potion can be used as a skincare addition ? Is this real? Yes- .
Do you know the feeling? It looks like a normal night but…. In the morning…… the mirror tells you a different story. Where was a clear skin now-there are breakouts, zits, pimples…. In short–you just woke up to chin acne! So why do we get them and how to get rid of them?
You are 25 years old, or older. Your teen years are behind you - but your skin seems to not know. Opposite - your acne breakouts are getting more severe and more persistent…
Or perhaps you did not suffer from acne as a teen and now at the age of 35 your skin shows very troubling signs of adult acne.
What may be responsible for this condition?
With the arrival of Fall, days are shorter, sun exposure usually a little (or a lot !) less and longer afternoons and evenings create the perfect opportunity to dedicate a bit more time to our skin health and skincare. It is also a great time to introduce changes in your skincare routine because believe it or not but, over time, your skin “gets bored” with same products resulting in a diminished response. Therefore, Fall is the perfect time for introducing or adding new products to your routine.
Acne is a manifestation of an internal imbalance and a result of over production of oil (sebum) by your sebaceous glands. As a result – any real treatment for acne needs to involve returning the sebaceous glands to “normal” production of sebum (skin oil). If skin glands produce too much sebum – it will clog pores, attract dirt and finally attract bacteria (Propionibacterium acnes) to initiate the acne cascade.
90% of our body is… water. Our blood is 90% composed of water. Water moves around oxygen and nutrients that every cell in our body needs. Water helps to form urine and flush out the waste from our bodies. In addition, it lubricates our joints, regulates our body temperature, normalizes blood pressure, prevents wrinkles….. enough? These are just some benefits of water.
Retinol is one of the best-known skin care ingredients on the market. It is also often very misunderstood. Retinods (also called Vitamin A derivatives) really represent an umbrella name for a group of products containing retinol- a molecule that is found in the natural vegetal world. Lipophilic, once ingested it is stored in the liver and in the skin. Retinol is used by dermatologists to correct many skin problem such as the signs of ageing, wrinkles, inhomogeneous complexion and pigmentation disorders, even acne and acne scars.
If you are like many other people, you assume your makeup regimen is going to help you cover up those problem areas and acne-prone regions of the skin. The problem is makeup products do not treat the underlying condition. That is why it is often beneficial to seek out natural based products that can treat your acne and then follow a few simple tips and tricks for minimizing damage to your skin from your makeup regimen.
Acne affects approximately 40 to 50 million people in the United States alone. This condition is quite common in people who fall in the adolescent age bracket. However, it can also affect adults and a few in the puberty stages. Again, the condition is quite common but one that can cause discomfort and low self-esteem.
You know the saying beauty starts from with in? This is not just a reference on morals but a very practical observation about the health of your skin. What we put in our bodies effects how we look, and there are a number of essential vitamins that do wonders for the skin. HOWEVER, they do not TREAT acne.
Kendra Richards, professional makeup artist, whose work has been seen in publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair and InStyle to advertisers Olay and Paul Mitchell and Target to name a few and counts among her client Cindy Crawford, Hilary Duff, Anna Paquin or Justin Timberlake has this to say about making acne pimples as invisible as possible.
From the change in seasons to the change in schedules, form the hormonal imbalance to the imbalanced diet all those factors may play havoc with your skin and exasperate acne breakouts.
Here are some of my recommended quick fixes to make facial acne look non-existent (while waiting for the more sustained effects following your AcnEase treatment).
Nothing can be more frustrating and exasperating than a chronic acne problem. Acne is one of such a potential chronic issue that if not addressed properly may become a long term emotional and physical challenge, and even lead to acne scars and marks that can change your skin for life.
Any time of the year ( Hot, cold or in between) , for any type of skin ( oily, dry, old or young) moisturizing is one of the foundations of proper skincare. This is especially important after drying sun exposure or after winter spent in dry, air heated spaces. The problem is, that as the proverb says, “All that glitters is not gold”.
So now You ordered the right AcnEase Regimen and you've just received your customized monthly treatment pack.
What do you do next? How do you make your efforts, your money and AcnEase work the best for YOU?
In our previous articles ( links) we talked about the nature of steroids and testosterone. Today , we focus on the specific female hormone – estrogen. The effect of estrogen is to moderate or regulate the growth and function of several organs in the body, mainly the uterus and breast but also the skin that is indeed the largest organ in the body.
Summer is beach and barbecues, traveling and lazy evenings by the pool. It is also heat, humidity or dryness, sweating and extra acne breakouts. https://www.acnease.com/acne-treatment-system/ In addition- the choice between melting foundation and smeared eyeliner and showing the world your teenage acne scars may not always be the easiest task to tackle. So here are a few summer makeup tips that will help you to avoid extra acne breakouts and leaving you fresh and confident on those sweaty and hot days.
Skincare Tips for Hot Weather. Major rules for healthy skincare in hot weather
Dr Vaswani who has recently joined Herborium and AcnEase Team is Board Certified Endocrinology and Metabolism Expert as well as Board certified in Clinical Nutrition. He completed his fellowship training at Yale University and was a research scientist at Brookhaven National Laboratories for two decades. He has a clinical practice in Garden City, New York where he specializes in hormonal and metabolic disorders.
Dr Vaswani who has recently joined Herborium and AcnEase Team is Board Certified Endocrinology and Metabolism Expert as well as Board certified in Clinical Nutrition. He completed his fellowship training at Yale University and was a research scientist at Brookhaven National Laboratories for two decades.
Masks are starting to come off, places are opening back up, and summertime is in session– that means one thing: it’s time for vacation! But for those of us with a face full of pimples, we may not know how to properly care for our skin while on the go.
At long last, it’s here! The days are long, the sun is burning high in the sky, and temperatures are soaring. After what felt like a never-ending winter, it’s wonderful to be outside again. Everybody deserves to enjoy the summer. But for some, it’s an extra challenging part of the year. Long summer days mean wearing greasy sunscreen, spending longer hours away from the house, and, now, sweating underneath a mask.
We all want flawless, glowing skin, but figuring out to achieve it can be hard, thanks to the endless skincare advice out there on the internet. If you want to achieve healthy, radiant skin without an intensive skincare routine, you can still pamper yourself by sticking to the basics. Here are the nine skincare tips that cover all the bases.
So you’re an acne sufferer AND a makeup addict? Oh boy! Don’t worry, we get the story. It’s normal to envy those lucky few who can deluge their faces in primers, sprays and goops, with zero pimple consequences (AT ALL!!!), while we sadly aren’t blessed with these powers of makeup invisibility. For us, dolling up is a Catch-22… because our favorite beauty besties are also our worst beauty enemies. The more we cover up and contour away our flaws, the more awful our next breakout will be. Call that a fair tradeoff? Hellza no... and pass!
Acne is often thought of as something that only happens in our teens. In reality, those painful pimples can sneak up on us at any point in our lives. It can be overwhelming trying to treat it, too. Especially when we experience more than just breakouts. When you throw skin discoloration, wrinkles, and uneven texture into the mix, it gets even more complicated.
It’s important to understand the root cause of acne in the first place. When our hormones aren’t functioning the way they should, they directly affect sebum (also known as oil) production. An overabundance of oil shows up in our pores and leads straight to acne, resulting in pimples and even sometimes painful cysts.
As we discussed in the previous article regarding maskne
Unfortunately, even masks are an important weapon against getting sick with Covid -19 and also a common cold, they also cause a side effect -a condition known as “maskne” (mask acne).
Not every pimple is acne. Pimples may be allergic hives, bites or even heat rash...just to name a few. So as a mother, how do you know it's time to seriously search for a safe and effective acne treatment for your fast growing teen?
And Why should we really care about a few pimples? They should go away on their own when our teen gets our of puberty…. TESTIMONIALS
Wrong - first the average age of the acne sufferer in the US today is 26 years old. At this time we are NOT taking about teen acne but adult hormonal acne. The average length of adult hormonal acne is … 11 years… ACNE GUIDE
White heads and black heads are collectively known as comedones. Blackheads and white heads are both filled with sebum and dead skin cells, creating the ideal environment for bacteria to grow. The difference between blackheads and whiteheads is the oxidation of melanin (the pigment in skin) which mixes with the trapped sebum in the pores and turns black.
Quick and strenuous exercises are all the rage right now, but these types of exercises, along with too many hours spent in the gym or on the track, may not be the best option for those with acne. Instead, if you have acne-prone skin, you'll do better with moderate exercise as part of a healthy, less stressful lifestyle.
This is a really exciting time of year for many - it’s the season of pumpkin spice and the lead up to the holiday period. However, as the temperatures begin to drop, it’s important to keep good skin habits for clear skin - the thing is, they might not necessarily be the same things as we’d do in the summer.
In the summer, skin tends to be oilier as the weather is much more humid and not as cold. Adapting your skincare routine to colder, wetter weather ensures your skin stays clear all year round - these six fall skincare tips will help your skin all autumn long, and as well prepare your skin for your winter routine.
As we love summer - summer often does NOT love our skin.
Fresh air and fresh fruits are certainly good for us but the healthiest sun-kissed look really comes from the bottle not the beach.
Acne prone skin is not an exception and requires a special attention by the end of the summer and in the Fall since summer sun , salty water and outdoor fun may actually require you to apply extra moisture to your skin WITHOUT clogging your pores and exasperating your acne symptoms.
AcnEase® is a clinically validated Botanical Therapeutics® acne treatment that not only breaks the cycle of acne, but also ELIMINATES and PREVENTS acne from the inside out. A “better than natural” trade secret blend of the highest quality grade herbs, AcnEase proprietary ingredients restore the balance disrupted by the factors that cause acne and return the sebaceous glands to a balanced state so they produce a normal amount of sebum (skin oil).
Though exercise is good for your weight, agility, stamina, cardio, and managing stress, it can also carry some unexpected and not very pleasant effects.
However, if we know what these side-effects are and learn how to control or prevent them, we can fully enjoy benefits of all form of exercising.
It is not easy to keep caring about our skin if we feel no one will see us, if our routine is broken, when we feel lonely, depressed, un-productive, anxious about our future and striped from power to control our lives. In recent weeks, there is NO ONE who did NOT experienced at least one of those feelings at least once.
But while a full make-up at 7:00 am may not be most important on your agenda today keeping up your normal skin routine and even enhancing it by few important and relevant changes is very important
Spring is here. Summer is coming. The seasons where heat and humidity can play havoc on oily and acne prone skins. Our skin is the largest organ of the body and is composed of many components – water, lipids and proteins. The top layer of the skin, the one that you see, plays a vital role in your health. It protects our insides from germs and infections. It regulates body temperature, maintains water and electrolyte balance, and helps us sense pleasure and pain. The body’s largest organ is always working for you.
As a teenager struggling with acne, you couldn’t wait for adulthood to help get rid of it because all the creams and potions you used were not effective. But you are all grown now and sadly the “adulthood medication” didn’t work for you—you’re still at war with Acne, but it’s better now because you can afford more expensive solutions but yet again, they still aren’t effective and the dream of unblemished glass skin is still as far as it once was.
Between having a family, working, keeping up with family and friends (and surviving the awful traffic), you still haven’t figured out your skin. You’ve gone from antibiotics, lotions and creams to facials, herbal teas and even prayer. To make matters worse, you also have relics from your darker past (acne marks). We see you; we understand your struggle and guilt. You barely even remember to drink water at times, talk more of any daily 10-step skincare routines.
Acne and pimples. Something that is feared and loathed. Many treatments help lessen the impact of acne over time, and help the skin renew itself for acne-free skin. The acne and pimples of yesterday, may leave reminders of the pimply past today. The war on acne may be over, but the scar may be left after battle. So what does one do to combat a future without possible acne scarring?
What’s the right way to cover zits with makeup? Covering up any pimples with the most full coverage foundation and concealer is the knee-jerk reaction for most of us, right? I mean, covering them up just makes them look like they’re not there anymore…
Or, at least that’s what the effect is supposed to be. In reality, it can often look very obvious when someone is trying—and failing—to cover up acne. Luckily, there is a right way to cover up acne with makeup!
However, makeup and acne are a combination that needs to be taken seriously—trying to cover up acne with makeup could be making it worse in some cases. Called acne cosmetica by skin care professionals, it usually manifests as smaller pimples in specific areas of the face. For example, pimples around the lip area could be signs of the lipstick being the culprit.