Hormones play an important role in the development of acne. Consequently, many women find that birth control pills can improve their complexions while providing contraceptive benefits. Depending on the type…
Continue readingMild facial cleansers are especially effective and beneficial for those with sensitive skin. The benefits reside with their complex formulations of surfactants, moisturizers, binders and preservatives. Mild facial cleansers present…
Continue readingMild cleansers are specifically designed to be gentler than regular brands. Because milder variations usually don’t contain added colour or perfume, they are less likely to cause irritation or allergic…
Continue readingGetting great skin is probably the ultimate gift anyone can receive, but with the hectic pace of the holidays, who has time to visit the spa? You can have healthy…
Continue readingAntibacterial soaps and cleansers are becoming increasingly popular, particularly among those whose work brings them into frequent contact with the public. Triclosan and alcohol are common active ingredients. Given the…
Continue readingThink twice about using soap to wash your face. Some soaps are simply too harsh for sensitive facial skin because they remove the naturally occurring protective oils and make the…
Continue readingWashing off makeup at the end of the day is crucial because makeup can clog pores, cause oily build-up to form and aggravate or trigger acne. Use a skin cleanser…
Continue readingOily skin requires specially formulated cleansers that easily rinse off. You may want to consider trying products created for acne-prone skin, as many of these are also suitable for oily…
Continue readingLook for silicone-based surfactants like dimethicone that tend to be non-irritating, non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores) and hypoallergenic. It’s important to maintain a routine of twice-daily cleansing to eliminate accumulations of…
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