Acne 101
Maskne Unmasked It has been several months since COVID-19 interrupted every bit of our existence as we knew it. We were asked to stay home until further notice in the wake of not understanding how this virus could attack the human body. Then we were given permission to leave our homes but not congregate with [...]
Skin Clearing Foods: What To Eat & Avoid Ever wonder how some people have skin that looks so supple and young-looking? Maybe they’re sleeping a full six to eight hours a day. Or perhaps they apply a gargantuan amount of highly-expensive skincare products over their whole body, day and night – like clockwork. Will your [...]
You expected pimples in high school. Maybe even a few in college, too. But now you’re in your mid-20s…or perhaps even your 30s. And your skin didn’t get the memo–because you’re still breaking out. What gives? It’s one thing to get pimples when you’re a teen. But it’s quite another when you’re well over 21! [...]
Acne. It’s something you’re supposed to grow out of. Like awkward teenage crushes, boy bands, and report cards. But here you are. An adult. Still breaking out like a pizza-crazy 15-year-old off to the school dance. Only now, the stakes are higher. You’d give anything to look your best for that job promotion you want. [...]
Do you ever feel that your stress, anger or frustrations about acne are pooh-pooed just because you have a mild case? Maybe 2 to 5 blemishes a month? So not fair! No matter who you are, no matter how little acne you have, your concerns deserve respect and understanding. The fact is, you’re in good [...]
You’re pregnant. Congratulations! You feel great and can’t wait to meet your little one. But why is your face suddenly a mess? According to WebMD, about 50% of pregnant women experience acne, especially during the first two trimesters. And it’s probably no surprise that hormones are the culprit! Pregnancy hormones—in this case, progesterone–increases levels of [...]
If you ever experience bloating, gassiness, skipping bowel movements, diarrhea, stomach aches or cramping, start taking probiotics! Probiotics are living microorganisms that, when taken orally, provide numerous health benefits. Comprised mainly of beneficial bacteria, you can take probiotics as supplements as well as eat foods prepared using bacterial fermentation such as sauerkraut, tempeh and kimchi. [...]
At the Natural Acne Clinic, we educate our patients about everything, including birth control and everything around it. Birth control pills, IUDs, implants, and shots are widely used today and prescribed often as a means to control acne. Most forms of birth control can have the potential to cause acne and weight gain in those [...]
The truth is, Acne cannot be “cured”. It is a hereditary condition of the pores. But, your skin can be cleared while using the right products and learning how to care for your acne-prone skin. It is like having a disease that can be put into remission if your skin is cared for properly. Here [...]
