The Acne Battle Book

adaptogens the secret to glowing skin

Are adaptogens the secret to glowing skin

by Kali Kushner Regardless of where you search online, adaptogens are a huge buzzword right now in the health and wellness community. But what are these so called "adaptogens" and what exactly ...

collagen for the skin

Collagen: How to Cook, Bake, and Drink it

by Kali Kushner If you didn't know by now, collagen is pretty much the eternal fountain of youth. It's what keeps our skin looking dewy, bouncy, and wrinkle-free. It's also what helps our hair ...

when to change your skincare routine

How to Know When It's Time to Overhaul Your Skincare Routine

by Samantha Have you ever started using a new product and you can’t really tell if it’s helping your skin, doing nothing at all, or making it worse? A new product in your routine can result in ...

nighttime routine for clear skin

The Best Nighttime Routine for Clear Skin in the Morning

by Samantha There’s nothing better than waking up to find calm, clear skin looking back at you from the mirror. For many of us this doesn’t happen often, but with a little extra attention to you...

The Four Best Acne Patches on the Market Right Now

The Four Best Acne Patches on the Market Right Now

by Kali Kushner   If you read my previous post regarding hydrocolloid bandages, you know by now how effective they are against whiteheads, popped pimples, and cystic spots. They work by drawi...

how to tell if products are working

How to Tell if your Products are REALLY Working

by Kali Kushner If you're anything like me, you're always taking progress photos when testing out a new skincare product or regimen. Watching your skin transform, either positively or negativel...

how to choose the best probiotic supplement for the skin

How to Choose the Best Probiotic Supplement for Your Skin

by Samantha We know probiotics as the live bacteria and yeasts that live in our guts and work to keep us healthy. You may recall that some skin issues may even just be the symptom of an underly...

An Ultimate Guide to The Most Important Acne Terms

An Ultimate Guide to The Most Important Acne Terms

by Samantha   When it comes to acne and skin care, there’s a lot to know. What cleanser do I pick, which moisturizer is right for my skin, do I need to exfoliate? Plus, it’s even more confusin...

caveman regimen

Why I Stopped the Caveman Regimen

by Kali Kushner If you didn't know, I tried the caveman regimen out and this is my final update after continuing it for a total of one and a half months.  It's almost inevitable these days that ...

Sunday Riley's U.F.O. Oil is Out of This World

Sunday Riley's U.F.O. Oil is Out of This World

by Kali Kushner   I'll be honest. When I first looked into Sunday Riley I was under the impression they were a completely natural brand which is why I initially opted to review the U.F.O. Oil. I...

AHAs and BHAs in your skincare routine

Battle of the AHAs and BHAs: What's the Best One for My Skin?

By Samantha Whether you’re new to the world of skincare or you’re just getting comfortable, AHAs and BHAs can be more than a little intimidating. Touted as the path to smoother, clearer, younge...

Esthetician

Esthetician Shares Her Acne and PCOS Story

by Kali Kushner "PCOS has given me a reason and place to start with my skin. It wasn’t like oh, you don’t take care of your skin, that’s why you have acne. I have PCOS and acne is a symptom of ...

Get to Know the Warriors: Alyssa

Get to Know the Warriors: Alyssa

by Kali Kushner     “Living holistically doesn’t just mean eating well and exercising, its about entire body health. Mental health, physical health, and overall well being. You can eat clean...

What I Did When I Had Adult Acne

What I Did When I Had Adult Acne

by Kali Kushner     "The only way to reach where you want to be is through blood, sweat, and tears. If you want to get where you want to be you have to go through these hardships (talking ab...

pimple patches

These Acne Stickers are the Secret to Zapping Cysts Fast!

by Kali Kushner Acne stickers aka acne dots aka pimple patches aka hydrocolloid bandages are one of the acne community's little best kept secrets that you didn't know you needed- until now. You...