Acne is an unpleasant condition which likes to attack when people are at their most vulnerable. It’s common during our teenage years and can affect women during pregnancy. However, the condition can affect a broad range of people and there … Continue reading
A Short History Of Almond Oil With its high levels of fatty acids, almond oil has been used to treat skin problems, such as acne, eczema, or psoriasis, since the 1500s, making it one of the most-used oils for acne … Continue reading
Salicylic Acid Salicylic acid works to loosen and get rid of white heads and blackheads alike. It also has an anti-inflammatory quality to ease redness of inflamed areas. It is a mild exfoliant and a comedolytic ingredient. A Comedolytic ingredient … Continue reading
What most people don’t know is that Pepto Bismol has two ingredients that aid in acne treatment; salicylate and benzoic acid. What is Salicylate is Pepto Bismol? Salicylate is a close relative of salicylic acid, which is a well-known treatment … Continue reading
Get The Most Out Of Your Facial Products We all have different skin types, but have you ever wondered why some people get better results using the exact same products? What if there was a way to know whatever product … Continue reading
What does Avocados do for Acne? Avocados provides great nutritional properties both internally and externally for your skin and body. Avocados can help heal dry skin, cut age spots, minimize fine lines and wrinkles, and can even soothe skin affected … Continue reading
Will Getting A Tan Help Clear Up Your Acne? Will tanning clear up your acne? Yes getting sun exposure clears your skin in the short-term because the skin dries out and oil production is lessened. Plus the tan (or … Continue reading
I thought the picture to the left was pretty funny. The goats in Morocco love this fruit so much they will climb into trees to reach them. The argan fruit has seeds that the oil is expressed … Continue reading
What is Evening Primrose Oil? Evening Primrose Oil is extracted from the evening primrose plant Oenothera biennis, a wildflower found in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. The plant’s pale yellow flowers open in the evening, hence the … Continue reading
You know when you wake up in the morning and look in the mirror and see new acne along your cheeks and chin, your pillow may be the culprit. Each night a combination of dirt, germs, makeup residue, and … Continue reading
Face Shaving Is Great For Exfoliation Dermaplaning is a simple and safe procedure for exfoliating the out layer of skin and ridding it of the fine peach fuzz that grows on every person’s face. Simply put your face is shaved … Continue reading
My Top Five Favorite Masks to Make At Home To learn more about a specific remedy or mask, click on the links by the numbers to take you a whole post discussing the benefits and drawbacks of the natural remedies. … Continue reading
Grapeseed oil as a treatment for acne and acne scars How do they make the Grapeseed Oil? This oil is extracted from the seeds found in the crushed fruit of the grapes after the liquid has been expressed for making … Continue reading
The Best Laura Mercier Products for Oily Acne Prone Skin Today I just wanted to spotlight an makeup artist I feel has some of the best products for acne prone skin. Laura Mercier is a french makep artist who created … Continue reading
The Top 10 Things I Have Learned As A Licensed Esthetician 1. You are not alone: Acne is the most common skin disorder in the United States, affecting 40 million to 50 million Americans. Nearly 85 percent of all people … Continue reading
Charcoal- Why would charcoal treat acne? Charcoal has been used medicinally for a millennium. Ancient Egyptians are believed to have used it as a poultice to keep wounds clean and prevent infections. In the 18th century, charcoal was studied by … Continue reading
Why Do Essential Oils Treat Acne? Most essential oils are highly effective in clearing acne and acne scars because they are rich in vitamin A and tretinoin, which is the acidic form of vitamin A or Retin-A. This is important … Continue reading
The Theory Behind The Oil Cleansing Method The easiest way to understand the logic behind cleansing with oil is to put it in the simplest terms instead of scientific mambo jumbo. So this is how I like to think of it; … Continue reading
Castor Oil For An Acne Remedy When it comes to healthy hair and skin, castor oil is one of nature’s best remedies and is safer and less expensive than most chemical treatments. Of top of being inexpensive it is very … Continue reading
What is Neem Oil? Neem oil comes from a tropical evergreen tree that is native to Myanmar and India. Neem is antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic, and antiparasitic. More than 60 medicinal uses exist for neem oil, including the treatment of psoriasis, eczema, … Continue reading
What are dark under-eye circles? Dark circles under eyes usually aren’t usually from extreme tiredness or serious illness, though they can make you feel old and tired. Though fatigue can be a factor in their appearance it isn’t the only reason for under-eye circles; some common causes are … Continue reading
How Visine works for Acne The main active ingredient of Visine are tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride . Tetrahydrozoline is a vasoconstrictor and its main function is the constriction of blood vessels. This serves to relieve the redness of the eye caused by minor eye irritants. If you have bloodshot … Continue reading
You can find the links to the Top Five natural remedies in the video here. The pages go more in depth on how they work and how best to use them. Feel free to ask any questions as needed. … Continue reading
Garlic as an acne treatment? Allium sativum, commonly known as garlic, is a species in the onion genus, Allium. Its close relatives include the onion, shallot, leek, and chives. With a history of human use of over 7,000 years, garlic is … Continue reading
What is a Serum? A serum is a skin care product that has a higher concentration of active ingredients, usually comes in a gel form. Why do you need a serum? The main reason you would want to use a facial serum … Continue reading
What is Matte Foundation? Matte foundation is a makeup foundation used on your face which creates a flat finish. Matte means it is dull and flat, without a shine. This is ideal for those especially hot months ( like Texas summers), and … Continue reading
Aloe Vera For Oily, Acne Prone Skin There are several skin conditions that Aloe Vera can help to improve such as Sun Burn, Accidental Burn, Acne, Psoriasis, Eczema, Insect bites, Cut, Wound, Herpes, Lichen Planus, Seborrhoea etc. How Aloe Vera … Continue reading
Why are raw potatoes used in acne natural remedies? Raw potatoes are known to contain active ingredients which help in the natural treatment for acne. Potatoes contain Potassium, much like the banana, a deficiency in Potassium has often been linked to … Continue reading
What is Jojoba Oil? Jojoba oil is the extract of the seeds of a jojoba plant, which is a desert plant that originated in the Sonaran Desert in the south-western US. Jojoba oil (pronounced Ho-HO-bahh) is surprisingly not oil at all; it’s … Continue reading
An Acne Routine to keep skin clean and clear For those of you with the acne prone skin I thought you might be interested in how I go about keeping my skin as clear as possible. Now this might seem like … Continue reading
What does a facial do for your skin? A facial cleans, exfoliates and nourishes the skin. A facial is given by a licensed esthetician, facialist,or aesthetician in a salon, spa, or medi-spa. For those of us who can not/do not pay … Continue reading
Yogurt is one of the more successful remedies for treating acne naturally. Yogurt is both dietary (as in you eat it) and a topical (meaning it can be applied) remedy as it possesses many antibiotic properties. Using it both ways strengthens your immune system (and digestive system) and at the same … Continue reading
Coffee grounds to treat cellulite? Cellulite is the bumpy skin texture commonly found on the thighs, stomach, and butt. Some people may refer to cellulite as “cottage cheese.” Cellulite is actually a medical term for collections of fat that push against the connective … Continue reading
Does Aspirin Treat Acne? Salicylic acid found within medications created for acne treatment is quite closely related to aspirin ingredients, which includes acetyl salicylic acid. The most significant benefits of aspirin is that it operates as an anti-inflammatory agent;which in turns helps with swelling … Continue reading
Are Mousse Foundations best for oily skin? Mousse foundation is best suited to mature slightly oily skin/combo and dry skin (only use the kind not meant for oily skin if you need added moisturizer in a makeup) due to it’s moisturising properties and buildable coverage. … Continue reading
Apple Cider Vinegar To Treat Acne Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) is an effective natural bacteria-fighting agent that contains numerous essential vitamins as well as trace elements such as potassium. Also Malic (acid made from apples) and lactic acids found in the … Continue reading
****Edited to Amend Only use this oil if you have dry acne prone skin. This is to heavy for most oily acne prone skin types and can break you out more. Check out Castor Oil instead if you have oily … Continue reading
The best way to use concealer for oily acne prone skin Oil-based concealers are not recommended for acne prone skin, so look for a concealer that is oil free, just like the foundations you wear. Click here for product suggestions. Oily concealers can give … Continue reading
Chamomile for oily acne prone skin Chamomile is a herb that comes from a flowering plant from the daisy family. Both the fresh and dried flowers of chamomile have been used to create teas for centuries to cure a number of health … Continue reading
Make up ingredients: Sericite mica What exactly is sericite mica and why is it used so much in mineral make-up? Sericite mica is a natural powdered mica with a fine grain size and silky shine. It is used as a talc … Continue reading
Petrolatum Is An Oil Used In Some Makeup Its folkloric medicinal value as a “cure-all” has since been limited by better scientific understanding of proper and improper uses. However, it is recognized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) … Continue reading
Zinc Oxide To Treat Acne **** Also check out foundation primers here, most of them contain zinc so you can wear it everyday before applying makeup. Zinc is an essential mineral that helps the skin repair damaged tissues and heal … Continue reading
Though there is no real cure for acne, but all kinds of effective all natural acne treatments can be found at your local grocery store. Green tea has been shown to treat acne and even be as effective as benzoyl peroxide in some … Continue reading
Tinted moisturizer not only hydrates your skin but gives it a fresh glow also. It is composed of hydration cream with a light tint and gives a natural looking appearance to your skin as you would only need to add concealer to flaws. … Continue reading
Benefits of Vitamin C Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is key to collagen production. Collagen is a protein that aids in the growth of cells and blood vessels and gives skin its firmness and strength. Most components of the … Continue reading
Sleep is the time when our body heals, repairs, and replenish itself. While we sleep our skin is replacing collagen and elastin that has been damaged by sun exposure, stress, and environmental pollutants. Cell turnover is when older surface skin cells fall off due … Continue reading
Does Silicone Cause Acne? Substance derived from silica (sand is a silica). The fluid properties of silicone give it a great deal of slip, and in its various forms it can feel like silk on the skin. There are … Continue reading
It is said that egg whites applied directly to the face of an acne sufferer provides positive effects on acne scars, pores and red blotches. Does it really work? Egg whites contain vitamin A, which is great for the skin. Several … Continue reading
PH Balance And Your Skin The human skin’s PH balance is between 4.5 and 6. PH is a chemist’s term meaning “Potential of Hydrogen” and is used to measure the degree of acidity or alkalinity in the outer skin layers. 1 is … Continue reading
How Lemons work to clear up acne and fade acne scars When applied directly on the skin, the acid in lemon juice breaks down the main acne bacteria, p. acnes. L-absorbic acid (lemon juice). Lemon juice also works by drying up excess oils on … Continue reading
How does honey treat acne? Honey has been used to treat wounds since back when the ancient Egyptians were still alive. Honey was used on soldiers wounds as early as the last two world wars and was phased out in preference to the rise of the use … Continue reading
Witch Hazel to Treat Acne Witch hazel (Hamamelis Virginiana) is derived from the leaves and bark of the witch hazel shrub. Witch hazel has been used for many years as a treatment to heal wounds, sores, and bruising. Primarily in more recent years … Continue reading
Exfoliation the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of your body. Regular exfoliation is extremely important for those with oily or acne prone skin, because the dead cells that do not get removed mix with oil and clog … Continue reading
Vitamin A For Acne Prone Skin Vitamin A promotes proper repair and maintenance of the skin. Deficiencies can result in a dry, flaky complexion with acne. It’s also known as a wrinkle eliminator, vitamin A reduces fine lines in the … Continue reading
Why does Zinc help treat acne? Zinc is an essential mineral that helps the skin repair damaged tissues and heal wounds. Zinc is particularly efficient in treating surface irritants such as acne, skin sores, and minor wounds by helping the … Continue reading
What is an ANSR Beam? The ANSR Beam is a light based phototherapy for anti-aging and acne. LED (light-emitting diode) emits a colored beam to reach deep under the surface layer of the skin. Blue Light To Kill … Continue reading
Mask For Acne Prone Skin Clay is not just dirt pulled from any ground, these special clays are mined and sun-dried for their health properties. Applying masks to the skin helps to draw out oils and cleans pores. Because of clays … Continue reading
Why does baking soda treat acne? Baking soda to treat acne?! While doing some research for more home remedies I can across baking soda being mentioned very often. Baking soda works by drying up the oil on the surface of … Continue reading
What is microdermabrasion? Microdermabrasion is a manual exfoliation to the top surface layer of the skin. A small particle or crystals are sprayed across the surface of the skin to remove dead skin cells. Each follicle, or pore, in … Continue reading
Why is Vitamin E good for skin? Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects and repairs your skin. When combined with Vitamin A and Zinc is a great acne or oily skin natural remedy. Most people prefer to simply take … Continue reading
Tea Tree Oil And Acne Tea Tree Oil is an essential oil obtained by steam distillation from the Mebileuca alternifolia tree found in Australia. Tea tree oil has a property called terpinen-4-ol which is thought to be responsible for most of the oil’s antimicrobial properties. … Continue reading
What is acne cosmetica? Acne cosmetica is just that, acne caused or aggravated by cosmetics. This acne is mild but persistent you’re not aware of the source of the problem. Where do you get acne cosmetica? Acne cosmetica can occur anywhere … Continue reading
What is Micro-needling? Micro-needling, also referred as derma-rolling, or collagen induction therapy has become popular in the recent years. Was even featured recently on the Rachael Ray show, and a few health related talk shows. Micro-needling uses a small hand-held device covered with many … Continue reading
Why should you take vitamins for your skin? Vitamins are not only good for the everyday functions our body performs, but they also affect the way we look on the outside. Your skin quality reflects what is going on in the overall health … Continue reading
How to Safely Pop That Big Pimple With A Pimple Popping Tool. What is an Extractor? Extractors is the correct term for the tool shown below, but I like to call them what they are, pimple popping tools. These are … Continue reading
For those of you with the acne prone skin I thought you might be interested in how I go about keeping my skin as clear as possible. Now this might seem like a lot to some people (and it kinda is) … Continue reading
Upon doing research into what types of tools are best to use for oily skin and our foundation I had to ask myself this question. I use a combination of my fingers, sponges and foundation brushes. So off I went into … Continue reading