Milia
Posted by c cho on#Milia resemble whiteheads, but they are not related to acne & shouldn’t be treated the same way. It is the build up of dead skin - composed predominantly of keratin - that gets trapped beneath the surface...
Hydroquinone 101 + Alternatives
Posted by c cho onHydroquinone is a topical skin-bleaching ingredient used to treat age spots, acne scars and hyperpigmentation by slowing down melanin production. Although it is effective for lightening dark spots, hydroquinone has a reputation for possibly creating...
Common Causes of Acne in Adults
Posted by c cho onMy teenage years are gone! Why do I still get blemishes and acne cysts as an adult? Due to hormonal fluctuations carried over from your teenage years, it’s not uncommon to get breakouts well into your...
Ingredients that Don't Get Along
Posted by c cho onIngredients What Happens? The Fix Benzoyl Peroxide + Retinol Dryness and irritation Benzoyl peroxide in the morning & Retinoids at night Retinol + AHA/BHA Redness, inflammation, peeling, dryness and/or irritation Retinoids one day, AHA/BHA the next...