Acne Tips and Treatments From Skin Experts

Acne (acne vulgaris) is one of the most commonly experienced skin conditions during our teen years and young adulthood. Lately, as people have begun demanding more natural treatments for acne, researchers have...

Skin Research Spotlight: Tea Tree Oil For Acne

Author: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP, Ramses Delgadillo

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Facials are touted as a great way to keep your face clear of blemishes and looking youthful. When done right, some of the benefits may include unplugging pores, smoothing skin, increasing skin hydration,...

Approaching a Facial When You Have Acne

Author: Jivome Content Team

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Herbal medicine approaches the skin from the inside out. Unless there is an external irritant, skin issues are usually considered to be due to an internal imbalance that must be corrected. This can be caused...

Herbal Tinctures for Clear Skin

Author: Amy Branum AHP

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Our skin is our first interface with the outside environment. Therefore, skin issues often lead to frustration and psychological discomfort stemmed from the feelings of embarrassment, shame, and...

Mindful Nutrition: Dairy, Friend or Foe in Acne?

Author: Steven Lam

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Salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are among the most commonly used active ingredients in acne treatment due to their availability in over-the-counter products. However, many consumers do not understand the...

Benzoyl Peroxide vs Salicylic Acid for Skin Care

Author: Corinne Penrod

Editor: Vivian Shi MD

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The health of your gut microbiome may be an important determinant in the health of your skin. The role of the gut microbiome in skin disease is an exciting niche of research in the field of dermatology....

A Healthy Microbiome for Clear Skin

Author: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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What is Nicotinamide? Nicotinamide, also called niacinamide, is a form of the water-soluble vitamin B3. Nicotinamide is required in hundreds of enzymatic reactions throughout the body to produce energy called...

Nicotinamide for Inflamed Skin

Author: Alexandra Vaughn MD

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People who are overweight or obese have increased risk for many health problems, including the skin. Body Mass Index (BMI) is a weight to height ratio that is calculated by taking the person’s weight in...

5 Ways Obesity Is Related to Skin Problems

Author: Alexandra Vaughn MD

It’s kapha season in the northern hemisphere, which means it’s cool, damp, and the energy surrounding us is heavy. The kapha dosha in Ayurveda is made up of the elements earth and water,...

DIY Face Mask: Balancing Oily Skin During Kapha Season

Author: Amy Branum AHP

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Stress and Acne

Psychological stress can have such a major effect on our skin that an entire field of study has been developed to learn how the mind relates to the skin. This field is called psychodermatology and...

Author: Jason Derico ND

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Non-comedogenic: you’ve likely seen it listed on your sunscreen, face wash, moisturizer, or even your foundation accompanying additional claims such as “oil-free” and “non-irritating.” While some...

What Does Non-Comedogenic Mean?

Author: Corinne Penrod

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From brushes to sponges to microdermabrasions, skin exfoliation has been a part of skin care for many centuries. Facial exfoliation is believed to even skin tone and enhance its glow. When it comes to acne,...

Should I Exfoliate To Help Acne?

Author: Jivome Content Team

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Probiotics aren’t just for boosting digestive health anymore: Burgeoning research shows that these microorganisms may be a secret weapon in fighting acne. Just like with the inside of our bodies, there are...

Probiotics: A Bacterial Balancing Act for Skin Care

Author: Erika Stalder

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Acne has affected almost everyone at some point in their life. For many people, it can be an ongoing challenge. Acne is caused by overproduction of oil and clogged pores which lead to the growth of the...

Essential Oils for Acne

Author: Amy Branum AHP

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Many people are tempted to pop their pimples because their acne bumps are red, painful, and noticeable. Rather than making the bumps go away faster, squeezing will likely cause more harm to your skin. Popping...

Should I Pop My Pimples?

Author: Vivian Shi MD

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What foods are bad for acne? What foods help acne? This discussion has been around for ages. We asked our Dermveda panel of integrative medicine experts to weigh in on the do’s and don’ts of foods to...

Acne Foods: Do’s and Don’ts

Author: Joseph Alban MS LAc

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