Acne is a disorder that causes outbreaks of skin lesions commonly called pimples. It is caused by the skins oil glands making too much sebum, an oily substance, which leads to plugged pores. It also can be caused by the rapid production of a bacteria P. acnes. Acne lesions occur mostly on the … [Read more...]
Laser Acne Treatments: Are They Right For You?
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Email This PostLaser acne treatments are used for two main purposes in health care: first for the treatment of acne itself and second to improve the appearance of acne scars. They are very popular but can be expensive and are not right for all conditions. So what are laser acne treatments and what can you expect … [Read more...]
Acne info from the American Academy of Dermatology
Print This Post Email This PostBy its very nature, skin of color is considered sensitive skin by dermatologists who regularly treat darker-skinned patients for a wide range of skin problems. Acne and rosacea can be especially problematic skin conditions for people with skin of color, as any skin irritation in these patients can … [Read more...]
Acne Scar Home Remedies
Print This Post Email This PostThere are several acne scar home remedies that you will find discussed online, but are they just old wives' tales or do they really work? Many people these days are looking for home remedies. If the worst of your acne is behind you, but you have been left with bad or even minor scarring, you … [Read more...]
Fixing Flawed Skin
Print This Post Email This PostLillian’s* face looked as if she had been through a case of a terrible skin disease. Her chin was bumpy and was covered in a mess of dark and light blemishes. It was difficult to tell what her original skin colour was, or whether this was a man’s or a woman’s face. Lillian is the victim of … [Read more...]
