Skin Care & Treating Acne

Do Antioxidants Get Rid of Wrinkles?

That’s the question I’m asking you today. Do antioxidants get rid of wrinkles? What do you think? The answer is: NO. Antioxidants are free radical scavengers. Free radicals are the equivalent to tiny little bombs that bombard cells and destroy them. Cellular degradation leads to the breakdown of collagen and elastin in the skin, thus contributing…

True or False: Mineral Oil Will Clog Your Pores- PART 2

In my last post, I posed the question: “Will mineral oil clog your pores?” The answer is “No.” Today’s cosmeceutical grade of mineral oil is very different from its counterpart of days gone by. It’s a myth that the mineral oil used in industry is the same as the one used for cosmetic purposes. However,…

True or False: Mineral Oil Will Clog Your Pores- PART 1

Will mineral oil clog your pores? That’s the question I’m asking YOU today. What do YOU think? Let me know your thoughts and I’ll reveal the answer in my next blog post! Please leave your answer in the comment form below. Thanks! Have a great weekend!

Beauty Myth Busted: Sun Exposure Will Improve Acne

You’ve probably heard at some point in your life that if you get a suntan and you’ve got acne, it will improve. This myth is completely FALSE. Yes, getting some sun exposure can temporarily hide the appearance of acne for awhile, but you’ll be seriously damaging your skin in the process. Plus, sun exposure can…

Getting Zits Means Zapped Energy???

Did you know that getting zits can actually zap your energy? A recent Ohio State University study revealed that women who experience breakouts are at risk for exhaustion. Why? Having blemishes rear their ugly heads leads to self-consciousness and worry. These strong emotions drain your energy. It’s a nasty vicious cycle: more worry equals more stress,…

Can Vitamin C Prevent Acne?

This may sound way too good to be true (and you know the old saying…), but more than just a few significant studies (plus my own experiencse) are placing a connection between taking vitamin C orally and the prevention of acne. Vitamin C is considered a "super vitamin" because it plays such a key role…

Body Acne- Part 2

In my first post, Body Acne- Part 1, I discussed what body acne is, where it's most commonly found and what things seem to exacerbate the problem. In today's post, I'll talk about what you can do about it, so that ultimately, you're more comfortable in your own skin. First, you must understand that treating…

Body Acne- Part 1

For many women, acne breakouts in areas other than the face are a major problem. From the back and chest to the rear, shoulders, and beyond, body acne can cause feelings of insecurity as well as wardrobe limitations. Since Spring is already here, many women are already out shopping for the latest in warm weather…

Teens, Dairy Products & Acne- Is There A Connection?

In past posts, I've already debunked the myths that sugar and chocolate cause acne. According to dermatologists, genetics and hormonal fluctuations are what determines if a person will develop acne, hence the tendency to occur at the onset of and during puberty. But, what about dairy products? Is there a link between this food group…

Does Sugar Cause Acne?

A simple adjustment in your diet may help reduce the occurrence of acne flareups; especially before a big event like a wedding. Sugar itself DOES NOT cause acne but what it does do is cause an increased insulin response in the body which sets off a whole chain of events to occur. With a large spike of insulin,…