With summer around the corner, are you worried that your pimples are going to double in number? Though you might have heard that sweat doesn’t cause acne because it flushes out the impurities from the body, the fact of the matter is, sweating can cause a certain kind of acne known as pityrospuram folliculitis. If…
Growing facial hair through the year could improve the appearance of embarrassing acne on your face and considerably control its recurrence. If going ‘caveman’ for the entire year is already setting off an itch on your face, look at the lighter side of things – how about improved self-esteem and macho pride? While maintaining a…
It is no mystery that certain vitamin deficiencies are the main contributors to acne. A vitamin D deficiency is one of them. An ample dose of vitamin D could just be what you need to tackle those persistent acne complications. Luckily, we have an unlimited supply of this particular vitamin thanks to the big, yellow,…
Acne care can get quite perplexing. With so many chemically and organically-derived products in the market today, you might find yourself squabbling with your inner demons to pick out the best treatment out of the lot. Though the chemical treatments tend to appear more effective, they are not always safe. Natural alternatives on the other…
Before the new kids on the block (Accutane, Proactiv or cosmetic surgeries) existed, people used effective acne-fighting remedies that were being used for centuries. Some are even being used in today! When was the last time you remember seeing the portrait of a Renaissance woman or a monarch with bumps or acne scars on their…
Facial hygiene is one of the most important practices when it comes to controlling acne flare ups on your cheeks, chin and forehead. But if you are doing everything it takes and you are still suffering from acne on your cheeks, you might be facing a bigger problem. Not many people are aware that acne…
Have you ever noticed that in the process of trying to get ‘buff’, you’ve started to experience more acne breakouts than before? Could this be due to the high-protein diet that you have started to follow? It most probably is. Bodybuilders are recommended to consume at least 300-400 grams of protein (animal meat, dairy or…
Life can be funny at times. The foods that are tastiest to eat are almost always bad for you and cold showers that are capable of sending chills down your spine (quite literally!) are actually the best for your skin and health. On any day, warm showers are generally more preferred than ice-cold ones. But…
Okay ladies, you’ve got that ugly zit dead centre on your forehead and sometimes you feel like slapping on a paper bag over your head and crying. We’ve all felt embarrassment and disgust with our breakouts at some point in our lives. But let’s face it; face washes and ridiculous surgical treatments don’t necessarily always…
Keep a close eye on people who suffer from moderate to severe acne; be it your family or friends. Do you notice that they behave differently? Those suffering from moderate acne symptoms go as far as trying out every remedy in the block, covering their pimples with makeup and could become progressively depressed if not…