Acne is a common skin condition that affects people of all ages. It can be frustrating and embarrassing, but it’s important to remember that you’re not alone.
I found that the more acne products I used the worse my skin got. I didn’t get clear, healthy skin until I completely changed my skincare routine. I stopped focusing on the symptoms and started “feeding” my skin – making sure the cells had the water, oil, and nutrients needed to create new healthy cells. This New Zealand-inspired approach to skincare uses the power of natural plant oils to help calm and rebalance the skin microbiome. It took a little while, but the results have been long-lasting.
Acne control is complex. It’s important to understand how your skin works so that you can make choices that lead to healthy, beautiful skin. In these posts, we explore natural remedies for acne that work to help the skin rebalance itself.
Acne vulgaris and Malassezia folliculitis (also known as “fungal acne”) are two different skin conditions that can sometimes be confused with each other. These two conditions need to be addressed differently. The table shows some of the differences between “fungal acne” and regular acne.
What causes acne are primarily bacteria, inflammation, excess sebum, and clogged hair follicles. However, other factors can contribute.
A good natural acne cleanser is one that can reduce pore size, easily remove makeup, help balance oil production, help the skin stay hydrated, clean pores rather than clog them,
soothe irritated or inflamed skin…
To remove blackheads on the nose, chin, and forehead, first open the pores and gently remove the blackheads by one of the methods listed. Follow with a skincare routine that will help keep the pores clear.
Acne-prone skin can benefit from applying sebum-diminishing ingredients like kaolin clay or illite, which gently remove impurities without over-drying. You may need to experiment to see how your skin reacts to face masks to ensure they don’t dry out the skin too much.
This guide will explain three common types of post-acne marks and explore how to address them and achieve a more even skin tone using natural products that support skin health.
Ingredients in some makeup products can clog pores, irritate the skin, compromise the skin microbiome, or trigger allergic reactions, which can worsen acne breakouts. The best way to prevent makeup from causing acne is to…
When the skin barrier no longer functions normally, gaps develop in the “wall” so that water escapes and irritants and pathogens can get in. A damaged skin barrier can result in many uncomfortable or unattractive skin conditions. By taking a holistic approach to our skin health, we can repair and maintain a healthy skin barrier.
We need thick skin, moist skin, and a balanced skin microbiome to get and maintain healthy skin. Below is a list of a few skin care habits and products that can thin or dry the skin or disrupt skin flora.
If you are trying to repair a damaged skin barrier, or if you just want to protect and future-proof your skin, make these skin care habits a normal part of your personal care routine.
Harsh skincare products can damage the skin barrier. To maintain healthy skin, we need to use products that gently fuel the ongoing process of healthy skin regeneration. Choose products that are designed for performance rather than profit – products formulated to nourish the skin with the building blocks healthy skin needs.
The order in which you apply your skincare products is important for ensuring that they are effective and that you are getting the most out of your routine. Read this blog post to learn how to layer your skincare products for optimal results.
Certain non-comedogenic plant oils also have the ability to repair the skin barrier by: reducing inflammation, speeding wound healing, combatting harmful bacteria, regulating sebum production, preventing and managing skin aging…
Certain plant oils are very useful for repairing and maintaining a healthy skin barrier. But not all plant oils are equally helpful. Before coating our skin, it’s important to choose oils that are non-comedogenic and oils that help restore the skin barrier.
Essential oils have therapeutic properties and we use them in many of our products because certain essential oils are fantastic at helping to repair the skin barrier.
Stress can make skin more sensitive, reactive, and prone to various unpleasant conditions such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Stress can also cause the skin to become dry and itchy. Discover ways to reduce stress for better skin.
Maintaining a healthy skin diet is essential for maintaining healthy skin. The skin cells require essential nutrients to function correctly, regenerate, and repair damage. A good diet will help prevent oxidative damage leading to premature aging, fine lines, wrinkles, and other skin problems. Changing the diet can even help repair skin barrier damage.
It’s important to test every new product to ensure that it’s compatible with your skin or your child’s skin. By performing a patch test on a small area of the skin, you can get an idea how the skin will tolerate the product. Here’s how to patch-test personal care products.
Get and keep clear skin! This skincare routine is specifically designed to help control excess oil and breakouts with natural, gentle products. Here is a general guide to layering your skincare products for optimal results.
