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One of the side benefits of a healthy diet high in fibre, omega-3 acids and seafood is that it can prevent acne or lessen its impact, according to the co-author of a new book, The Clear Skin Diet.

“We haven’t reinvented the wheel here,” admits Dr. Alan Logan. “But what we have found through a series of studies is that there is a strong causal connection between certain kinds of foods and acne.

“These studies have shown that certain fats protect against acne while others promote the emergence of acne, not only in teenagers but in adults as well,” said Logan.

Long associated with teenagers, studies have shown acne now affects 50 per cent of women over the age of 26 and that it can be controlled or exacerbated by certain foods and stressers such as anxiety, lack of sleep and depression. Read the rest of this entry »

There is nothing worse than owning a skin care store full of wonderful, natural products and getting a horrible bout of adult acne. I now sympathize with thousands of people that have to deal with this terrible skin affliction. Thank goodness, after some trials and tribulations, I was able to identify the culprit and, as they say, heal thyself.

In short, here were the wrong answers to my acne problem:

* “Your skin is reacting to all the different products you keep trying.”

* “Maybe you need to go back to using skin care with chemicals.”

* “Have you tried ProActive? It worked for someone I know.”

* “It’s probably perimenopausal hormones.”

* “Try using facial oil on your skin to help balance your own oil production.”

* “Try washing your face more, or maybe wash your face less.” Read the rest of this entry »

Acne isn’t a problem that magically disappears when you turn 20. Even though it’s thought of as a teen skin problem, many adults - in fact, most adults - suffer from at least occasional outbreaks of acne.The dermatology and beauty industries have taken notice of those blemishes over the past few years and are increasing the number of adult-acne products they offer. The ingredients aren’t that different from those in treatments aimed at teens, but manufacturers say adults are willing to spend more money even if they have fewer pimples.

Clinique last fall launched its Acne Solutions line, a three-step system similar to its classic skin-care sets, but containing anti-acne ingredients. Read the rest of this entry »