We offer everything from simple skin care tips to home remedies for acne to information on the latest news in acne care.
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Apr
18
2012

(NC)—If you have sensitive skin you have to be careful about the products you use on your face. With so many choices, however, this task can be confusing. To help you and your complexion, let’s start by examining some of the most common sensitive skin myths: You can’t use an eye roller The face has [...]
Nov
02
2011

(NC)—Whether it’s a hot date, the first day of school, or an important interview—when acne strikes, most people want to get rid of it fast. However, when it comes to skin care, a “quick fix” isn’t necessarily the best treatment option and sometimes, even acne needs a little tender love and care. Canadians spend millions [...]
Nov
02
2011

(NC)—Acne. Pimples. Zits. Regardless of what you call it, acne is a common condition that affects about 90 per cent of adolescents. The effects can be emotional and physical, with significant long-term consequences if left untreated. For teens, getting back into the school routine also means getting back on-track with a skincare regimen to help [...]
Jun
15
2011

(ARA) – Everyone loves the sunshine, but summertime can wreak havoc on your skin. From the damaging sun rays to the pore-clogging sweat from your favorite outdoor activities, it’s tough to feel confident with skin imperfections holding you back. Don’t hide your skin this summer – celebrate Acne Awareness Month this June with a flawless [...]
Mar
16
2011

Adding exfoliation to your daily cleansing routine boosts the natural shedding process and encourages healthier, better performing, clearer skin, says Dr. David Orentreich, a leading dermatologist and consultant to Clinique. The gentle buffing away of surface cells that are dead and dull will give you an attractive youthful glow—and it is especially effective when part [...]
Feb
04
2011

No matter where you live in the country, winter’s grip can take its toll on your health, including your mood, waistline and even your skin. “It’s important to consider the seasons in your skin care routine and make adjustments for the best possible results,” says Dr. Gervaise Gerstner, a board-certified dermatologist and assistant clinical professor [...]
Aug
12
2010

For those that prefer to avoid the side effects of benzoyl peroxide acne medications, there are natural acne remedies that are not only safe and effective but they offer long term solutions to get rid of acne for good. People are starting to pay attention to the chemicals they willing apply to their body and [...]
May
14
2010

Getting fantastic, radiant skin doesn’t have to mean spending hundreds of dollars at the spa. Simply eating well, shielding skin from the sun and using effective, yet affordable, treatment products are a few easy to-dos that should be part of anyone’s skincare routine. Follow six simple tips to get skin looking its best. More skincare [...]
Sep
03
2009

The stress teenagers experience in the first weeks of the new school year can leave its mark – literally. Clearing up acne-prone skin is mission-critical for back-to-school. Adopting a skin-smart approach with a few simple steps can help keep breakouts at bay. “Top priority is establishing and maintaining a daily skin care routine,” said Antonella [...]
Aug
15
2009

(NC)—If you suffer from acne, you are not alone. Acne is a common skin disorder that occurs when oil glands produce more oil and stick together instead of shed. This combination of oil and skin cells can create clogged pores. These are characterized as blackheads and whiteheads or outbreaks of pimples, nodules and cysts. Acne [...]
Jul
29
2009

(NC)—Acne. It can be controlled. With a combination of a daily skin care routine and regular consultation with your physician, you can be on your way to clean and healthy skin. Simply put, acne is the term for plugged pores (blackheads and whiteheads), pimples and even deeper lumps (cysts or nodules) that can occur on [...]
Jul
18
2009

Acne Scars – Home Remedies to Clear Up Scars Caused by Acne, Zits Or Pimples If you suffer from acne scars and home remedies to clear up scars caused by acne, zits or pimples seems to be your only option than fear not because you may already have several items scattered throughout your kitchen that [...]
Jul
07
2009

How to get rid of acne pimples almost overnight has become a major concern for many people who value the appearance of their skin and want to always have a clear complexion free from zits while out in the public. Let’s be honest, no one really wants to wake up with a blackhead or whitehead [...]
Jul
01
2009

Many people are now looking towards natural home remedies for acne, instead of off-the-shelf products to get rid of their acne problems. This is understandable since it is both convenient and economical to do so at home. Before we go straight into any home remedy for acne, let’s take a look at some of the [...]
Jun
23
2009

If you wake up with acne marks all over your face, it is high time to take some actions. After all, you cannot afford to meet your boyfriend while you are pock-marked. He will take one look at you and scoot! You will forever rue the fact that you did not take the immediate action [...]
Jun
03
2009

Acne sufferers really want only one thing – clear beautiful skin. They’ll try all kinds of products – from lotions, washes, preparations and ointments to pills, supplements and alternative therapies, in the hunt for acne-free skin. But the key to obtaining that perfect skin starts out with a solid understanding of the causes of acne. [...]
Feb
27
2009

There has been an ogoing debate over whether or not diet has an affect on acne breakouts. One camp believes that you can have all the chocolate and french fries you want and it won’t affect the amount of acne you have while another says that diet can make a world of different in clearing [...]
Dec
30
2008

Those who suffer from frequent acne breakouts may be best served by practicing appropriate acne care to prevent them from occurring rather than battling an outbreak after is happens. There are many different possible causes for acne, including hormonal imbalances and stress as well as clothing that is too tight that tends to hold sweat [...]
Dec
25
2008

If plastic surgery is not your cup of tea as far as removing acne scars goes, you need to look for some simple acne scar home remedies that can provide you with very pleasing results – provided you go about it in the proper manner. Acne scarring is something that everybody hates, but for which [...]
Dec
15
2008

Finding the right acne product is not always as easy as you would think. After all, each and every day there are new and more innovative acne products being released onto the market, and so you really need to keep your eyes and ears open to make sure you always know just what is out [...]