When the skin produces an excess amount of oils and sebum, the oils and sebum can become trapped inside the pores. These trapped oils and sebum can then become infected with bacteria, resulting in acne pustules, cysts and nodules. To help heal...
Pimples and blackheads are a common skin complaint that can make the skin appear blotchy, uneven and sallow. There are many products and multiple methods used to treat pimples and blackheads, so it can be difficult to know which ones are the most...
Over-production of an oil called sebum in the sebaceous glands is the leading cause of acne. It is unknown what causes the glands to produce excess sebum, but it is thought to be mainly hormonal. The oil clogs the pores as it combines in a mixture...
A visit to the dermatologist is important if you suffer from chronic or severe acne breakouts. However, if you have mild acne or an occasional pimple, you may benefit from a simple and inexpensive at-home treatment. Try several different home...
Blackheads, also known as comedones, form when oil, skin cells and sometimes bacteria create a plug inside one of your hair follicles. The plug itself is what forms the black dot in the center of a blackhead, since the pore itself remains open at...
It's no accident that oatmeal appears in so many commercial beauty products. Not only does it soften skin, but it has anti-inflammatory and itch-soothing qualities as well. Many beauty experts recommend using oatmeal as a facial cleaner. Howard...
Face masks bought from the store usually contain preservatives or chemicals. You can easily make fresh and natural face masks at home using basic ingredients from your pantry. One such mask is the yogurt-oatmeal-honey face mask. Experiment with...
Facial masks come in a variety of ways and are excellent for removing dead cells from the face and nourishing it. In this video learn how to do this procedure and if it's right for you.
