Can Histamine Intolerance Cause Breakouts?
Histamine, histamine intolerance, and the effects it can have on our health are finally starting to go mainstream. What was once a cryptic cause of various symptoms is now becoming...
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Are Facial Oils Comedogenic?
Oils have unfairly gotten a bad rap for acne-prone skin. Not only can oils be totally safe for breakouts, they actually help your skin heal. The key is to use...
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Can a Damaged Skin Barrier Cause Acne?
This might be one of the most important aspects of tackling breakouts. Read to learn more about the skin barrier, its involvement in acne, and why I think it's an...
Can Collagen Cause Acne?
Collagen powders are hot right now -- and for good reason: the documented benefits of regularly taking collagen powder are persuasive. But, is collagen good for acne prone skin? Or could...
A Cautionary Word on Spearmint Tea for Acne
Spearmint tea is a popular natural remedy for hormone imbalances and their symptoms like acne, hair loss, and hirsutism. But, is truly effective and safe? Spoiler: yes, it’s effective, but...
Can Supplements Cause Breakouts?
Can supplements cause acne? The answer is yes. You might already be familiar with vitamin B6, vitamin B12, and iodine as acne triggers, but did you know that some forms...
Are Facial Oils Comedogenic?
Oils have unfairly gotten a bad rap for acne-prone skin. Not only can oils be totally safe for breakouts, they actually help your skin heal. The key is to use...
The Connection Between Fluoride and Acne
Dermatologists have linked fluoride to acne and perioral dermatitis dating all the way back to 1950s. But, is the link a plausible one? Read to find out more.