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 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...