The Acne Battle Book

What Causes Acne?

By: Nell S & Skin Health Team Acne can be a pain to deal with, you would think there would be some more treatments available for acne by now since it's one of the most common skin conditions th...

Is Eye Cream Necessary? How To Pick A Good Eye Cream

By Daisy Jing Everyone seems to have an opinion on if eye creams are worth it. Some think they're just repackaged moisturizer, while others praise eye creams and can't go without it. In this articl...

I Tried the Caveman Regimen for 1 Week and Here's What Happened

The Caveman Regimen is exactly what it sounds like, meaning no cleanser, no serums, not even washing your face with water for 30 days. As a self-proclaimed skincare enthusiast and someone who deals...

What Size Needles Should I Microneedle With?

Microneedling is a powerful way to improve skin texture, boost collagen, and reduce acne scars, but choosing the right needle length is key to getting the best results. If you're microneedling usin...

The Lifecyle of A Pimple Explained

Ever had a pimple pop up out of nowhere and wonder how it even got there? The truth is, pimples go through a whole process before they finally disappear. Understanding the lifecycle of a pimple c...

How to tell if you're Purging or Breaking Out

 By VeganAcneSufferers Many people believe that skin purging is a myth, but this is simply not true. Your skin can – and does – purge. It can, however, be difficult to tell if your new acne breakou...

How To Treat Each Type Of Acne

Did you know there are 11 types of acne, and each requires a different treatment? Treating blackheads isn’t the same as managing cystic acne, and sometimes, skin conditions like rosacea or milia ar...

Is Accutane Worth It? I Took Accutane For 4 Months

After years of battling stubborn acne with no success, I started Accutane (Isotretinoin) as a last resort.   From initial purging and challenging side effects like dry skin and fatigue to seeing th...

All You Need to Know About Benzoyl Peroxide

Benzoyl peroxide is one of the most effective OTC acne treatments out there, but it often gets a bad rap for causing irritation and dryness. The truth? When used correctly, it can be a game-changer...

Cheek Acne Got You Down?

 Acne on the cheeks can sometimes be the most persistent acne, and its roots sometimes elude us. The rest of our face is finally clear, but that pesky cheek acne just will not go away! Summary: Wh...

Can Face Mapping Really Help Improve Your Skin & Acne?

By Kali Kushner What Is Face Mapping? There's been quite a lot of buzz around acne face mapping. So what is face mapping? Face mapping is the theory you can determine the root cause of your ac...

The Best Teas For Clearing Up Acne

  Tea may not bring dramatic results for acne, but they are well tolerated and produce far fewer side effects than acne medications. This is why these teas are some of the best drinks to help fight...

Is Microneedling Effective On Asian Skin?

By Daisy Jing I’ve spent over 11 years exploring skincare solutions as someone who has had acne from a young age, and microneedling can work wonders for Asian skin with the right approach. Here’s w...

Alternatives To Laser Treatment For Acne Scars

You might be saving up for laser resurfacing treatments for acne scars, but it might feel like it's not going to happen anytime soon, or due to unforeseen circumstances it could get delayed.  Let’s...

How To Tell If You Have Fungal Acne

What's fungal acne Other Skin Conditions Related to Fungal Acne What Causes Fungal Acne? How to Tell If You Have Fungal Acne How to Treat Fungal Acne ...