Iodine consumption in the form of iodine rich foods such as seaweed or systemic medications may create an eruption of pustules. Next time you are tucking into that roll of …
IODINE CAUSES ACNEGENICITY
OILS OVER 25% OLEIC ACID DISRUPT THE SKIN BARRIER
There are many oils that contain over 25% oleic acid. These oils disrupt the skin barrier by causing moisture loss which results in flaking due to an overproduction of skin …
OVER EXFOLIATION DAMAGES THE SKIN
Exfoliating your skin can become an addiction. Your skin feels so much smoother and softer after you exfoliate, because of this, many consumers think that if a little is good …
IS IT NORMAL TO BREAK OUT WHEN STARTING A PRODUCT?
Breaking out isn’t something you should always experience but in some instances you will. Often with breakouts, acne sufferers don’t realise that lesions under the skin are pre-existing. All acne …
TOOTHPASTE CAN CAUSE BREAKOUTS
Toothpaste can be one of the causes for breakouts around the mouth. They commonly contain Sodium Laureth Sulfate, which besides being an irritant is comedogenic. Toothpaste can also cause burns …
SMOKING AND ACNE
Smoking actually affects acne. It increases an inflammatory cytokine called interleukin 1a and this is a trigger of blackheads and acne. There is a very strong correlation in female adult …
VITAMIN B12 AND ACNE
It has been known anecdotally for a long time that the B Vitamins cause acne eruptions. Until recently the understanding of why this occurs has eluded many. Recent research however …
POLLUTION IMPACTS YOUR SKIN!
Pollution is increasing in the world we live in and it is unavoidable. Pollution has been found to affect the skin and its appearance. It’s not pseudoscience. Recent research shows …
COCOA CAN CAUSE ACNE
Cocoa is prized for its natural nutritional benefits. It is high in magnesium which has benefits. However, if you are acne prone it is best to get your magnesium from …
Bacteria are clever!
Did you know that bacteria have the ability to pump out of their cell the actives in your products you are trying to kill them with? So you’re all set. …
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