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Many of us were taught to scrub acne clean, but repeated friction and over-exfoliation can create daily irritation, disrupt the skin’s protective lipid barrier, and prolong redness or discoloration. Here’s what to watch for and when to stop guessing and reach out for individualized guidance.
I'm not in love with pimple patches, but I'm not here to talk you out of them either. Here's my real answer on why they're not part of home care — and why I treat the whole face, not the single spot.
After nearly 15 years working exclusively with problem skin, I started noticing that clients using heavy hyaluronic acid serums often had skin that looked worse — not better. Here's what the peer-reviewed science says about why.
Slugging isn’t a TikTok trend. Used at the right time, Vaseline can help dry, reactive, or compromised skin recover faster, but it isn’t right for everyone. Here’s what acne estheticians have known for years, and when to use it.
Stress doesn't just feel bad — it physically changes your skin. Here's why, and how to break the cycle.
