acne

  • acne marks vs acne scars

    Acne Marks VS Acne Scars: What’s The Difference And How Do You Treat Them?

    The worst thing about acne? When a breakout clears up, you don’t always get your clear skin back. Nope, sometimes those pesky pimples leave unsightly traces of their presence behind… in the form of dark spots and scars. Ugh. FYI, they’re not the same. I’m often approached by clients asking my help to clear up […]

  • skin pH

    What Does pH-Balanced Means?

    Ever wondered what pH-balanced means? Every serum and moisturiser proudly boasts about its pH these days. Is it just another marketing ploy or does your skin’s pH really matter? A bit of both. Here’s everything you need to know about skin’s pH and which skincare products should (and should NOT) be pH-balanced. What Is pH? […]

  • don't use pore strips

    Why I Don’t Use Pore Strips (And You Shouldn’t Either)

    When I was a teen, I inflicted all kinds of damage to my skin. I didn’t always bother to remove makeup before going to bed. Sunscreen was something I used only at the beach (and I rarely went there, so I almost never wore it). I used cheap products with comedogenic ingredients that would leave me […]

  • acne on hairline

    How To Deal With Acne Along The Hairline

    Is your hair care routine giving you acne? Pimples can pop up anywhere – when you least expect it. They’re annoying like that. But when they spring up really close to your hairline, it’s often a sign you need to change your conditioner. Or mask. Or give up on your pre-shampoo treatment. You get the […]

  • teenager acne

    Teenager Acne: Why It Happens And How To Treat It

    Teen acne is a normal part of puberty. Like getting hairs in places you didn’t even know you had and making a fool of yourself in front of your crush. Fun times. But it feels like the last drop. On top of everything you’re dealing with right now, your skin looks like a mess. Your […]