BrianneG

Many people see improvement in summer months. Yes, this is likely due to the increased vitamin D as well as UV rays having a slight antimicrobial effect. You could try taking a vitamin D supplement, b...

If you stop "cold turkey" you will likely notice the problem worsening for awhile, as your skin can become dependent on the product, even though it doesn't seem to be working. I often suggest if you'v...

Well, start by quitting the soft drinks and any other sugary drink.. Today. Most juices are high sugar btw. Water is not horrible. But you can make teas, add a squeeze of lemon, mint sprigs, basil, c...

I'd personally disagree with about 80% of what that site says. I don't think they have a good understanding of how things work with the skin. Every person will react to products and ingredients differ...

^ all of tht still tastes hella meh or yuck even unless u at least add a proper sugar dose! You can retrain your taste buds actually. If you're used to a bunch of sugar, yeah, it would taste pretty ...

Dealing with acne for 15 years quite literally changed the entire course of my life, for the absolute better. You couldn't have told me back then that it was a good thing though. In fact, if I could t...

Adopting a healthier diet than that will help you in far more ways than just helping your skin. I highly suggest looking into making healthy changes. You'll feel better in all areas of your life, and ...

I echo a lot of the advice above. You are on the right track. I've seen both in my own skin and that of my clients how overall health and well being can help with skin problems. Looks like you're doi...

I feel ugly with acne I'd like to make a small correction to this statement that I think is important. You do NOT feel ugly. Ugly is not an emotion, it cannot be felt. It's actually not even a re...

Ah, yes. If they come and go it's not likely sebaceous hyperplasia. May just be skin congestion. Good luck!

Your post is amazing, thank you so much. It truly means a lot. I'm going to try the things you suggested to do if I ever find myself thinking bad thoughts. Thank you again! I hope you have a nice day ...

Oh honey, I feel your pain. If researching and thinking about the future makes you more paranoid, stop. There is no point in worrying and stressing about a future that doesn't exist. You've got yours...

Do you have any advice on how to make my skin less congested? I don't use a lot of products (only ones prescribed by my derm) and I don't wear much makeup. I have good diet and exercise for the most p...

What a wonderful thing to share.

Coconut oil, like most oils, will require a trial and error approach. Everyone's skin is slightly different and what works amazingly well for one person may break someone else out horribly. I've found...

My skin was similar. When I moved to Los Angeles, my skin freaked out more than it ever had. I think it was due to both the water and air quality. I bought a shower filter and used distilled water if ...

I think I have the same thing. It started on my forehead, and then kind of spread to the rest of my face. I haven't been able to clear it with acne products, but using a glycolic acid toner did help s...

Hi there, That looks like an ice pick scar. Awhile ago you likely had a pore that was blocked and got very swollen and/or inflamed. It stretched out the opening of the pore and left it "deflated" afte...

Hi rap1408, Very sorry to hear you had a bad experience with your facial. As an esthetician I can tell you it is because your skin care professional used the wrong products for your skin. Sometimes it...

Agree with Green Gables. You're fine. No worries mama But yes, avoid any more until after baby, as skin can be more sensitive during pregnancy.

Hi Jamos316, It's not keratosis pilaris. That looks much different. If you only have this issue in your beard area, it's possible it's folliculitis - ingrown hairs that lead to a bacterial infection. ...

I had acne for 15 years, tried all the "regular" over the counter products, derm prescriptions AND accutane - none completely worked. (And the accutane gave me bad eczema on my arms and legs, plus mad...

Hi Mayraa626, What you described sounds like sebaceous hyperplasia. It's an overgrowth of sebaceous glands. If they look donut shaped and flesh colored, that would be my educated guess. If so, they ca...

Hi kimintie, Try only using the product on your cheeks and avoiding your forehead all together. If the problem on your forehead clears, then you'll know the skin there is sensitive to something in the...