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PCOS, acne, and how they're related
This hormonal disorder can increase breakouts—luckily, certain acne treatments can help.
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Winter skin care: lip balms for everyone!
The different types of hyperpigmentation and how to treat them
Help to even out your skin tone with these effective treatments
How to treat acne and blackheads like a pro
Spoiler alert: Prevention is key!
What you need to know about different types of skin marks
Getting a proper diagnosis on the type of skin mark you may have is the first step toward treatment.
How to improve dehydrated skin, according to the experts
Proper skincare and lifestyle upgrades will hydrate your skin in no time.
What causes pockmarks? Here’s what skincare experts say
Acne scars won’t go away, but you can treat them to help minimize their appearance.
What are hypertrophic scars and what causes them?
After a wound heals, hypertrophic scars can be left behind—the result of excess collagen deposition.
How to treat hyperpigmentation on the body
The best way to treat hyperpigmentation is to prevent it. The key: Be sun safe!
How to help prevent hyperpigmentation, according to skincare experts
Preventing hyperpigmentation starts with knowing what can cause it. Spoiler alert: This includes the sun, hormones, and inflammation.
Is snail mucin the next acne treatment you need at home?
Here’s what the research says on this K-Beauty skincare favorite.
How to apply moisturizer, according to the experts
Cleanse, dab, massage using a moisturizer for your skin type—and don’t forget the sunscreen!
How to treat acne bumps on your forehead
Banishing pimples on your forehead might be as simple as changing your hair products.