Integrative Remedy: Aloe Vera + Retinoids to Fight Acne For many of us, acne continues to affect our everyday lives well beyond our teenage years. For treating acne, retinoids (e.g. tretinoin) are considered the first line of therapy. However, the topical... Read More Author: Ramses Delgadillo
Cooling Massage Oil Recipe for Warmer Months Did you know that your choice of skin care products can increase or decrease the amount of heat and irritation in your body? When it is hot outside, use cooling oils to help balance the summer heat and make... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP
Tips to Make Body Shaving Easier Whether you are an athlete or just a man looking to remove unwanted body hair, the chances are you may be seeking other ways to groom your body. Let’s face it, body shaving provides the confidence and... Read More Author: Niel Panchal Editor: Jason Derico ND
5 Easy Tips to Avoid Acne It is a glorious morning. You stretch out of bed and head over to the bathroom to start your day. All is well until you look in the mirror and see an acne spot that has conquered your face overnight. What can... Read More Author: Eunice Kim Editor: Alexandra Vaughn MD
The Science of Exfoliants: Physical vs Chemical Exfoliants on the market today currently come in two forms: physical and chemical. They both accomplish the same goal of sloughing off dead skin cells, but they do so in very different ways. It is important to... Read More Author: Janice Leung Editor: Afton Chavez MD
Should I Be Using a Men’s Razor to Shave My Legs? You walk down the aisle of your local drugstore in desperate need of a razor. You approach the designated section for women’s razors, in search of the colorful pink razor you always use, but you notice it is... Read More Author: Eunice Kim Editor: Afton Chavez MD
Is Baking Soda Safe for Your Skin? Our skin is how we directly interact with our environment, thus it is imperative to keep our skin happy and healthy! Doing a quick search on Google, you can find HUNDREDS of skin cleansing remedies,... Read More Author: Steven Lam Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
How To Keep Your Skin Barrier Working Properly Our skin barrier is our first and best defense against external aggressors. Being the largest organ, it protects us from the environment and harmful pathogens. Even though this defense from the outside is... Read More Author: Janice Leung Editor: Jason Derico ND
Dermatologist Tips to Break The Itch Scratch Cycle What Causes the Itch and Scratch Cycle of Eczema? Itch is perhaps the most common and distressing symptom experienced by people with eczema. The itch-scratch cycle of eczema is a complex phenomenon that... Read More Author: Vivian Shi MD , Jason Derico ND Editor: Jivome Content Team
Summertime: Refreshing, Toning, and Cooling Sprays for On-The-Go Do you need a way to beat the heat and keep your skin cool and fresh? Try these refreshing skin sprays. They are simple to make and easy to keep in your purse, bag, or car for on-the-go! Cooling and Soothing... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP Editor: Raja Sivamani MD MS AP
DIY Face Mask: Balancing Oily Skin During Kapha Season 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,... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP
No-Shave November: Shaving and Beard Care Men, are you letting your beard grow out? If so, are you taking good care of your beard? Your facial hair deserves just as much attention as your head hair. Don’t make it feel less important. To give... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP
DIY: All Natural Grain and Herb Cleansers Cleansing grains are a completely natural alternative for cleaning and exfoliating your skin. Cleansing grains are powdered grains, seeds, and herbs that are ground then combined with water to make a paste... Read More Author: Amy Branum AHP
How-To: Make Your Own Green Tea Face Wash Green tea’s skin benefits are all over the media these days. It’s been flaunted as a cure for everything ranging from acne to aging skin. Green tea is a tasty and healthy drink, filled with powerful... Read More Author: Joseph Alban MS LAc
Shaving How-to: Mastering The Wet Shave What is wet shaving?  Wet shaving is the classic method of shaving – like what you’d see in an old Cary Grant movie. It’s also a great way to get a clean shave and reduce razor burn. The key to wet... Read More Author: Joseph Alban MS LAc
A Practical Approach to Treating Melasma Melasma is the presence of dark patches on the face that usually develops due to sun exposure or from circulating hormones. It is a frustrating condition for those affected and can often lead to social... Read More Author: Jivome Content Team
Should I Exfoliate To Help Acne? 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,... Read More Author: Jivome Content Team
Should I Pop My Pimples? 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... Read More Author: Vivian Shi MD Editor: Jivome Content Team
