How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
Simone Sydel | Licensed Esthetician 
If you are new to skincare, a simple routine is the best place to start. Forget about the complex 10-step routines you see on Instagram and TikTok that overwhelm you and make you feel like you’re missing out on healthy skin and start with the basics. But if you’re unsure … Read more
Enlarged pores are probably the most common skin concern right after acne. The difference between these concerns is that acne usually comes and goes depending on several factors. A full-blown acne breakout usually occurs during our teenage years and normally disappears when we reach a certain age. Pores, however, are … Read more
Post-inflammatory erythema, or PIE, is a type of acne scarring that appears on the skin as red spots after a pimple has healed. While regularly mistaken for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, PIE is a slightly more complex condition that takes longer to fade and may stick around for years if not treated … Read more
If your skin tends to be drier, this is mainly because it lacks the natural oil secreted by our oil glands to keep it soft and supple. Dry skin is a skin type that’s usually present since birth, and in most cases, it is hereditary. However, the skin’s water-holding capacity … Read more
As a peripheral organ, our skin is the chief barrier against the external environment, ensuring no pathogens enter the body to cause harm. However, as such, our skin is the only organ exposed to the harsh environment, which can take a toll that eventually becomes visible in the form of … Read more
Rosacea is acne’s redder, meaner, and harder-to-manage cousin. This chronic skin condition affects millions of people worldwide and makes day-to-day life more challenging for many due to the uncomfortable symptoms it is known for. However, with the right combination of treatments and lifestyle changes, you can take control of your … Read more
While essential for all life on our planet, UV rays can also cause some serious damage. From short-term sunburns and heat strokes to long-term and more serious conditions such as eye damage and skin cancers, the sun is not to be underestimated. Therefore, in this article, we will be exploring … Read more
Finding a routine that worked best for my incredibly oily skin was one of the biggest challenges I faced ever since I started wearing makeup – and it took me nearly a decade to find a solution that worked. Below, I will share my best advice on how to prep … Read more
It’s well known that certain foods can increase the already excess amount of oil production, which can aggravate inflammatory skin conditions such as acne. Therefore, by avoiding certain foods and replacing them with healthier alternatives, you will notice a significant improvement in controlling your oily skin and pesky pimples. Here … Read more
Exfoliation makes your skin look clearer, smoother, more refined, and evened out, thus improving your complexion’s appearance and overall skin health. There are several ways you can exfoliate your skin, but one method we tend to gravitate toward due to the gentle and effective results it produces is the use … Read more
Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is a common skin concern that develops after inflammation, injury, or trauma to the skin. It is caused by a number of skin conditions, including acne, dermatitis, burns, and melasma, as well as environmental factors such as UV damage. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is characterized by dark spots or … Read more
If you’ve ever asked yourself why acne doesn’t seem to go away, no matter what you do, you might be making one or more skincare mistakes that are sabotaging your skin’s healing and exacerbating this pesky inflammatory condition. Whether that’s not removing your makeup before going to bed or over-exfoliating … Read more
Oily skin is recognized by natural oiliness on certain face areas, such as the forehead, nose, chin, and cheeks. Additionally, oily skin is also frequently followed by blackheads and acne. To keep your skin clear and avoid daily inconveniences such as ruined makeup and shine, you need to find a … Read more
Accutane is a powerful medication used to treat severe acne. However, it comes with a common side effect almost 100% of users experience: dry lips. This occurrence is so common it got its own name, often referred to as “Accutane lips,” and can be a challenge to deal with. However, … Read more
Adapalene and niacinamide can be a great skincare combination that can help target multiple skin concerns, including acne, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, texture, and even sun damage. However, whether you can combine these two active ingredients in your skincare routine is still up for debate. While some experts say it’s … Read more
Azelaic acid and benzoyl peroxide are proven more effective at targeting inflammatory skin conditions such as acne than either component on its own. Therefore, azelaic acid and benzoyl peroxide can be used to soothe and treat existing acne breakouts and prevent new ones from forming. However, while effective, this ingredient … Read more
Niacinamide is one of the most popular ingredients found in almost every skincare product due to its ability to target multiple skin concerns and being generally well-tolerated by all skin types. However, while niacinamide is a non-comedogenic ingredient on its own, it can be added to formulas containing other comedogenic … Read more
Benzoyl peroxide and retinol are popular ingredients that have gained significant attention for their benefits in treating acne and promoting overall skin health. However, a critical question arises: Can these two powerful ingredients be used together? And the answer to this is simple: No, benzoyl peroxide and retinol shouldn’t be … Read more
Accutane is one of the most effective acne treatments out there, with the ability to reduce and eliminate the most severe acne on the face and body. However, just like with everything else, Accutane takes time to work and usually comes with several uncomfortable side effects. This is why many … Read more
Anyone who’s ever thought about trying a retinoid to treat acne or improve their skin has probably heard or experienced the ‘retinoid purge.’ But what exactly is it, and how can you get over it? A retinoid purge is the phase of skin adjustment that occurs when first starting to … Read more
