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  • curology review

    Does Curology Work? The Truth About Customised Skincare

    What if you could get your hands on Tretinoin without ever setting foot in a doctor’s office? It’s not wishful thinking. It’s a reality. Thank Curology for that. This online start-up is a lazy girl’s skincare dream. It gives you access to prescription treatments you just can’t pick up at Sephora. That’s right. No more […]

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    What Are The Best Face Primers For Oily Skin?

    What are the best face primers for oily skin? No, Milk Of Magnesia is NOT a good option. I don’t care if it “works.” Its pH is so alkaline, it can wreak havoc on your skin. You don’t want to fix the grease problem only to end up with irritation… But, where does that leave […]

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    Can You Use Neosporin To Treat Acne?

    Does Neosporin help acne? Yep, the thing your mum used to gently rub on your scraped knees when you fell down. Rumour has it, rubbing it on pimples can make them go away faster, too. It makes sense: bacteria (P. Acnes, to be exact) cause acne, so what’s better than an anti-bacterial ointment to kill […]

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    Acne Face Mapping: Are Your Pimples Trying To Tell You Something?

    Tell me where your pimples pop up, and I’ll tell you what’s causing them. It’s not a bad Facebook quiz. It’s the theory behind Acne Face Mapping, an ancient Chinese and Ayurvedic medical tradition. If it’s true, it’s the answer to all our prayers. Think about it: if a BigMac is to blame for that […]

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    Can Glycolic Acid Peels Treat Acne Scars?

    Can glycolic acid peels treat acne scars? That’s what my dear reader Roxann asked me a few days ago. I have to admit, this question took me a bit aback. I’m a big fan of glycolic acid (it’s the best exfoliant ever!), but I had never thought about it as a treatment for acne scarring. Why? […]