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  Hi, babes! Emma here, and I've got a question for you -  Is your skin feeling a bit unusual? It's possible that you're experiencing the consequences of stress, which can significantly affect the overall condition of your complexion. Continue reading to understand the reasons behind this and learn effective ways to combat these effects directly. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF STRESSED SKIN? Regrettably, stressed skin can present itself in various ways. Since stress has the potential to affect the skin's inherent protective barrier, it is possible to observe indications of dryness, dehydration, inflammation, and itchiness. Additionally, you may notice a range of other issues like pigmentation, dullness, and even the possibility of breakouts occurring. HOW CAN SKIN BECOME STRESSED? Stress can have an effect on us throughout the year, but during the colder months, its impact tends to be more pronounced. For instance, factors like central heating and the harsh drop in external temp...

 Hi, babes! Emma here, and today's post will be about post-inflammatory erythema, better known in the skincare world as PIE. But what is it? Keep reading to find out.  If you’ve ever experienced acne, you know that once a pimple itself is finally gone, the skin can often look red or irritated in the area where the original blemish was. There’s a technical term for this: Post-Inflammatory Erythema, often referred to as PIE. And it can often be just as stubborn and frustrating as the original acne itself. This usually happens when inflammation occurs associated with an acne bump and it triggers an increase and dilation of blood vessels and vascularity. This is where that redness comes from, relating to an increased concentration of blood vessels in that area. Additionally, the general redness that goes along with the inflammation can linger and also contribute to post-inflammatory erythema.  Mild, non-inflamed acne, which includes blackheads and whiteheads, or comedonal acn...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and today's topic will be focused on blue light treatments, what they do and how effective they are. I'm sure you're aware of it, but I'm here to provide the info in a concise manner for you, as per usual.  If you’re a seasoned reader on my blog, you know there are a lot of dermatology procedures and treatments out there. One treatment in particular that's been gaining in popularity is blue light therapy, which is different from the protective sprays many people use for screen exposure so instead of blocking it, this procedure takes advantage of the best properties of blue light. Dermatologists often use blue light on its own to treat acne, but it also can work alongside a broader, more complex therapy regimen to treat precancerous, sun-damaged skin. But how well does blue light treatment for sun damage actually work, and what should you know before considering it for yourself? Then read on.  What Is Blue Light Therapy? Blue light is a specific...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and today we're in for a wild ride to learn all about probiotics and their relation to skincare, and how they can help acne prone skin.  Acne is by far one of the most common - albeit perplexing, frustrating, and mysterious - skin conditions. Even while we're frequently given broad-brush quick cures in the shape of supplements or topical skin care products, treating breakouts is very individualised and there isn't really a realistic, one-size-fits-all strategy. Consulting a dermatologist is crucial since what works for hormonal chin and mouth-specific breakouts probably won't be the ideal treatment for the odd red furious bump or two. I'd given up on finding a universal miraculous skin treatment, but I started hearing more and more debate regarding the link between healthy skin and gut bacteria. Many individuals claim that adding probiotics (either as a supplement or in skincare products) may be the solution for blemish-prone skin, but could sw...

Hi, babes! Emma here, and this one's especially for you, my acne-prone babes.  Let's start with this: It's totally acceptable if you have acne or acne scars. It is a fallacy that glowing, beautiful skin must be clear and smooth. You don't need to make any changes to your skin, and we won't advise you to do so either. Having said that, it's acceptable to wish to prevent scarring, lighten discolouration, and remove acne scars. In any case, no shame. I can assist you with the latter if you're interested. It's crucial to remember that different types of acne scars require different methods to treatment because they are not all the same. Scars from acne can take many different forms. Acne blemishes, atrophic acne scars, and hypertrophic acne scars are the three main categories. A change in skin tone that can either be red markings or dark spots - the latter of which is known as post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation - distinguishes acne lesions. Ice pick scars, ...