Tag: acne
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Q: Why does skin become oily after plastic surgery?
This post was inspired by a friend’s story – she underwent breast augmentation (mammoplasty) and noticed that her facial skin became much oilier than usual in the first few days post-surgery. It was so noticeable that she had to resort to cleansing products with acids, toners with high niacinamide content, or retinol. This isn’t the…
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Q: How to care for my skin when using retinoids or benzoyl peroxide?
One of the common side effects of using retinoids and benzoyl peroxide is dryness of the skin and mucous membranes. Many people who start using prescription anti-acne treatments notice these symptoms within the first few weeks. Naturally, they wonder: how can one establish a gentle and non-traumatic skincare routine? The basic steps are quite simple…
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Rewiew: My Long Journey to Clear Skin with The Inkey List Succinic Acid Blemish Treatment
Navigating through the world of skincare can be quite a journey, especially when you’re on the hunt for that one product to combat those pesky blemishes. Recently, I decided to give the Succinic Acid Blemish Treatment by The Inkey List a try, and here’s my take on it.
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Q: Does diet affect skin condition?
I thought it would be great to gather some facts about the connection between diet and skin health. The most important takeaway is this: there is no universal dietary advice for healthy skin. There are many studies on this topic, but their results are contradictory (due to small sample sizes, retrospective methods) and depend on…
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Key Ingredients to Look for in Acne Treatments
In short: The top 3 are in the text, but you can also consider niacinamide, zinc, sulfur, AHA acids, and retinoids.
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Q: They say that stress, diet, and cosmetics cause acne. Is it true?
In short: Stress can have an impact, diet is not proven, and cosmetics need to be chosen carefully…
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Q: What causes acne (pimples)?
The main cause of acne is hormones, specifically, the increased production of androgens. Not stress, not diet (checkmate, chocolate and dairy), not cosmetics. Even when we talk about genetic predisposition, it’s still about hormonal mechanisms.
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Q: Sometimes I see “low pH” or “pH4” on skincare products – what does that mean?
In short: pH can be surprisingly important if you want to avoid damaging your skin. We know that our skin is protected by a hydrolipid (more precisely, acid) mantle – it prevents allergens and pathogens from penetrating. This mantle functions properly when its original environment is maintained, which can be assessed using the hydrogen ion…
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Review: My Experience with Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow Hyaluronic Clay Pore-Tight Facial
As someone who loves trying out new skincare products, I was excited to get my hands on Glow Recipe’s Watermelon Glow Hyaluronic Clay Pore-Tight Facial. This product promises to refine pores and exfoliate the skin, making it sound like a perfect addition to my skincare routine. Plus, who can resist the allure of watermelon-scented products,…