Understanding Topical Retinoids

Understanding Topical Retinoids Retinoids are synthetic compounds derived from vitamin A. Studies have shown that these derivatives help clear comedonal and inflammatory lesions while controlling the bacteria implicated in most types of acne. Originally marketed as...

What is Acne?

What is Acne? For most people, acne is an inherited condition of the pores. When someone is prone to acne, their pores clog with dead skin cells much faster than normal. Healthy pores shed about one layer of dead skin cells per day inside the pore, but acne-prone...

What Is Acne Rosacea?

What Is Acne Rosacea? Acne rosacea is a chronic but treatable condition that primarily affects the central face, and is often characterized by flare-ups and remissions. It typically begins any time after age 30 and the rosacea symptoms are a flushing or redness on the...

Zeno and Other Heat Devices

Zeno and Other Heat Devices Heat devices for acne: A lot of hot air The concept of skin care devices is an appealing one. It seems that surely, with today’s technology, there should be a way to get rid of acne pimples fast. Skin care appliances such as Zeno Hot Spot,...

Pore-Clogging Ingredients

Pore-Clogging Ingredients Do not ever put anything on your skin or your hair without checking the ingredients first, even if it says “won’t clog pores” or “noncomedogenic” on the bottle. Many professional skin care products, natural skin care products, organic skin...

Does Proactiv Work?

Does Proactiv Work? We must be asked at least once a day about Proactiv and all of its copycats. What I respond with is, “well, it’s a good start.” There is good science behind Proactiv and that is why it works for some people. But for the rest of you, have you...
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