Types of Acne Scars and How to Treat Them

Types of Acne Scars and How to Treat Them

Types of Acne Scars and How to Treat Them All acne scars are not the same and we are here to help differentiate the types,

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CD1a and cosmetic-related contact dermatitis

As industries develop more chemical extraction techniques for synthetic or purified botanical ingredients to include in cosmetic and personal care products,

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Sugar and Your Skin

Sugar and Your Skin

Noticing more wrinkles, fine lines or sagging skin? It may be time to put down that ritual morning latte.

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Stop Treating Your Adult Acne Like a Teenager!

Stop Treating Your Adult Acne Like a Teenager!

Growing up isn’t just about getting a job, getting married, paying bills etc. It’s also about knowing how to take care of yourself.

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Guide to Bringing Sexy Back

Guide to Bringing Sexy Back

Acne is never any fun, but when it’s on your face you at least have the option of covering it up.

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Have you heard of the Think Dirty® app?

Have you heard of the Think Dirty® app?

Beauty product labels are often misleading, especially when most claim to be “natural” “hypoallergenic” or “non-comedogenic.” Couple these buzzwords with a lengthy list of ingredients and you may be left…

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Whey & Acne: Could your supplements be making your acne worse?

Whey & Acne: Could your supplements be making your acne worse?

Whey is a digestible protein that is found in milk. It has grown in popularity as a dietary supplement to improve muscle strength.

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Prevent Scarring Before It Starts

Prevent Scarring Before It Starts

Before a dark spot can become your worst enemy, here are 3 stages to preventing acne scars: 1.

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The NOTICEABLE difference between corrective makeup and camouflage makeup

The NOTICEABLE difference between corrective makeup and camouflage makeup

Acne scars, pigmentation, melasma – if you have these, you struggle to cover them up. But instead of hiding them,

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What’s in your makeup? There’s an app for that!

What’s in your makeup? There’s an app for that!

Are you worried about possible harmful ingredients in your cosmetics? Download this app on your phone!

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” I Have Sensitive Skin! ” But Do You Really?

” I Have Sensitive Skin! ” But Do You Really?

A: The term “sensitive skin” is a marketing expression that really has no medical definition. With over 60% of the population claiming they fall victim to so-called “sensitive skin,” it…

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Is Your Birth Control Breaking You Out?

Is Your Birth Control Breaking You Out?

Are you breaking out and have no clue as to why? It could be your birth control…

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The Epidemic of Over-Washing

The Epidemic of Over-Washing

“My skin is dry AND oily!” Do you find yourself constantly frustrated with the condition of your skin?

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Spring Cleaning Edition: Is Your Medicine Cabinet Up to Code?

Spring Cleaning Edition: Is Your Medicine Cabinet Up to Code?

The name “medicine cabinet” is unfit for what should be held in this very important space of your home.

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The Puzzling Relationship Between Diet and Acne

The Puzzling Relationship Between Diet and Acne

The relationship between acne and diet has been an ongoing debate. There are no meta-analyses, randomized controlled clinical studies,

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You may have acne, but do you know which TYPE?

You may have acne, but do you know which TYPE?

Whether you suffer from troublesome blackheads or embarrassing pimples, we all know the uncomfortable feeling acne can cause.

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Under Eye Concealer vs. Blemish Concealer

Under Eye Concealer vs. Blemish Concealer

Conceal (kuh n – seel): to hide or remove from observation; cover from sight; keep secret.

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Mythbusters Edition: Q & A with Dr. Lily

Mythbusters Edition: Q & A with Dr. Lily

Q: Do goosebumps cause hair growth? A: No, goosebumps occur when the muscles around the hair follicle contracts causing the base of the follicle to push up and sit higher…

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Top Acne Fighting Foods You Should Eat this Thanksgiving

Top Acne Fighting Foods You Should Eat this Thanksgiving

Ever hear the saying “You are what you eat?”  Many foods can contribute to acne flare-ups. 

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Gluten : A Fad or Fix?

Gluten : A Fad or Fix?

Gluten: a Fad or a Fix? When you enter the supermarket, it seems as though you can’t escape foods with “gluten-free” labels or magazines featuring celebrities,

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