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…
It is pretty normal and in fact, a lot less abhorrent to hear of acne on the face, the back, the shoulders, the arms and even the neck. But did you know that acne can occur on the strangest of places, including the scalp? Before you decide to bin your expensive shampoo bottle, here are…
There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to this wondrous green fruit, avocado! Sure, avocados make great dips for your chips, but are they of any use to the skin? The next time you make guacamole in the kitchen, be sure to save some of the fruit for all your skin woes. Get…
It is a well-known fact that yoga is a great holistic remedy for overall health and happiness. But were you aware that yoga could also fight pimples and help you achieve great skin? To begin with, yoga lowers cortisol levels in the body and releases stress. By practicing yoga regularly, you will be promoting improved…
If you suffer from problematic, persistent acne and you can stomach the rest of this blog post, you are stronger than you think! Sometimes, acne can get so difficult that regular OTC treatments, DIY masks and naturopathy remedies just don’t cut it. Through the years, there have been some pretty madcap treatments to address the…
Lack of sleep has proven to be detrimental for the body, more so for your skin. You automatically associate lack of sleep with dark circles, reduced stamina, puffy eyes and sallow cheeks. This apart, not getting enough sleep can worsen pre-existing acne conditions. For those who have acne-prone skin, it is all the more important…