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Acne Scarring: Setting the Record Straight
The impact of acne goes far beyond the skin. While we know that active acne can cause not only physical symptoms, but serious damage to one’s self-image and social functioning, the effects of this condition can last for years – even after one has achieved “clear skin.” Many people who have suffered with acne are left with resultant scarring – a constant reminder of what once was. After clearing their acne, many are bombarded with a whole host of products that claim to improve acne scarring, from moisturizers to exfoliants, but it’s not quite that simple. Let’s set the record straight on acne scarring. What are acne scars? Acne scars…
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PCOS and Your Skin
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) affects up to 12% of XX people in the US – that’s roughly 5 million! This is a multifaceted syndrome that can cause problems ranging from insulin resistance to irregular periods to infertility. However, some of the most visible signs of PCOS manifest on the skin.
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Skincare for Acne: The Complete Guide
By now, we all know how common a problem acne is, and skincare companies have also taken notice. Each year, billions of dollars are spent in the hopes of finding the miracle product that will rid us of our blemishes. While skincare often isn’t enough to treat acne on its own, having the right skincare habits can significantly help decrease the severity of acne or help to make an acne treatment regimen more tolerable. Here’s your complete guide to skincare for acne. Cleansing This first step in skincare is often a favorite of acne sufferers. It was definitely a favorite of mine as an acne-prone teenager. I always felt that…
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Acne Myths and Facts
I, like so many people, have struggled with acne for most of my life. It started insidiously when I was a teenager, and then progressed to overtake most of my face and leave me with scars. Back in those days I thought I could cleanse my way to clear skin. Countless TV and magazine ads had taught me that if I emulated any of a number of famous blonde ladies and splashed my face with a bunch of water that all would right itself. Instead I ended up with irritated skin and a soaked bathroom. As the years have gone on, I’ve been able to gain control of my acne. …
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Topical Retinoids: What You Need to Know
Retionids one of the quickest shortcuts to glowy, radiant skin! Here's everything you need to know about them.
