Topic: breakouts

Treating Breakouts Naturally: Is Oil-Free The Only Way To Treat Acne?

Treating Breakouts Naturally: Is Oil-Free The Only Way To Treat Acne?

Treating breakouts naturally is confusing: Some say you can’t touch oily products or even foods with a ten-foot poll if you have acne; others tell you to stay away from a lot of the (dermatologist-approved) products and toxins, in favor of slathering your face with herbal extracts and oils. I’ve tried both options, and honestly: Neither worked for me. So what’s the deal, is oil-free really the only way to treat acne? More »

How To Nix Post-Facial Breakouts

How To Nix Post-Facial Breakouts

I adore that refreshed and rosy, just-stepped out of the spa feeling I get post facial. My pores feel fresh and clean from the extractions and soft from the exfoliation and cleansing—until I wake up the next day to a face full of zits. This is my biggest complaint about my skin post facial and I sometimes wonder if it’s even worth the facial in the first place. Little did I know, however, that these breakouts could have been partly my fault for not taking care of my skin properly initially after the facial. More »