Did you know that dairy aggravates acne? Many people have found that by cutting out milk, soft cheese, cream and ice cream their acne improves. Some people also need to cut out yoghurt, but many find that the balance of good bacteria means that their skin can handle it. It’s thought that dairy products make [...]

Did you know that gluten could be causing your skin troubles? It acts as an inflammatory which can aggravate skin in people who are sensitive to it. You may not have an allergy to gluten, but a sensitivity to it can cause a number of skin problems. Take a look at the Huffington Posts full [...]

If you’re breaking out around the sides and corners of your mouth and nowhere else, the culprit could be your toothpaste. Some people are allergic to some of the ingredients in toothpaste, and their allergic reaction takes the form of spots and acne around the lips and mouth. Try using all natural dental products or [...]

It may seem unnecessary when you’re already washing your face, but if you suffer from acne or spotty skin then try washing you hands before you wash your face. It prevents the spread of bacteria. Washing your hands is particularly important if you use a cleanser which is kept in a jar, for example a [...]

Did you know dehydration causes acne? When your skin is dehydrated the pores become rigid and don’t flex, which means that dirt and oil builds up in them and can’t get out. When the skin is hydrated however, it is more flexible and the pores are able to flex which helps sebum escape from the [...]

We all know that we should be exfoliating on a regular basis in order to clear away those dead skin cells which sit on top of the complexion. But do you know why we want to get rid of those? There are a few reasons. Firstly, your moisturizer will sink into fresh, young skin cells and work [...]

Do you tend to get breakouts of spots around the jawline? It could be hormonal, but it also could be due to facial hair. many women have hair here and will tweeze it. Tweezing isn’t well suited to the area as the hair usually doesn’t lie flat, so you have to get close to the [...]

A new study has found that a virus could have the potential to destroy the bacteria that causes acne. The online journal mBio has released research that isolated P. acnes bacteriophages from the noses of 11 volunteers. This virus could kill the breakout-causing bacteria P. acnes. “Phages are programmed to target and kill specific bacteria, [...]

It’s not the most common place to get acne, but getting pimples around the hair line can happen. It’s most likely down to the shampoo you’re using – you’re probably allergic to one of the ingredients. Try switching to a different brand; look for shampoo which doesn’t contain SLS. In the meantime, use salicylic acid [...]

If you frequently get spots and acne along your jaw line, it could be a sign that you’re touching your face too much. If you rest your chin in your hands during that day, a habit many of us do when we are working, then you’re going to spread bacteria there and also block pores [...]