If you are struggling with acne, you have tried a new acne care system and suddenly experienced breakouts, wondering if it is a skin reaction or acne purging. What is purging? When you start using a new product with some exfoliating agents that promote skin...
My teenager has tried every over-the-counter acne product, but nothing seems to be working. Is Accutane safe for my teen to use? If you are a parent of a teen with acne, you might have had the same question. As a skincare professional specializing in...
Are you looking for know-how on how to maximize your acne scar healing? Whether it be for yourself or the teen in your life (because after all, has any parent been able to get them to stop picking at their acne?), learning the ins and outs of healing acne scars...
Is your teen breaking out around the mouth? If they are, one of your first thoughts is likely, “Why is my teen breaking out around their mouth? Is there a link between toothpaste and acne?” Those are all fantastic questions. As a mother who struggled with her own...
Is your protein powder causing breakouts? While the link between diet and acne is well-documented, many of us (teens in particular!) can fall prey to diet-related acne breakouts even when attempting to make their diet healthier. The most common culprit? Two words:...
How to keep your skin clear during the holiday season is a hot topic both this year and every year: between the rich foods, makeup for holiday events, and traditionally harsh weather, it’s no wonder why teenage and adult acne sufferers alike find themselves frequently...
Niacinamide for acne: what role does it play in our skin’s function, and why is it such a powerful ingredient when it comes to treating acne of all types? In today’s blog, we discuss all you need to know about niacinamide for treating acne… including which niacinamide...
Especially as a teenager, it’s all too easy to forget that your skin is actually the largest organ of your body. That’s why having a skincare routine is important. Today, I delve into what a good skincare routine consists of (for adults and teens alike!), why having a...
The topic of “candida overgrowth” and, in turn, how to improve gut health to clear acne is a popular one here at Face 5 for adult and teenage acne sufferers alike. Today, we are discussing in-depth the gut-acne connection, what candida overgrowth is (and why it...
The side effects of Accutane®: is isotretinoin really worth it? As both a mother of teen boys who suffered through acne and as an acne specialist, my opinion on it is resolute: no, Isotretinoin is never worth it, especially for those who are looking to safely and...
