The Skin Journal
Why your skin does what it does, and what to do about it.

Microdosing Accutane is trending on Skintok, but is it safe?
Microdosing Accutane is having a moment on SkinTok, but the side effects are very real - and the access barriers even more so. Here's what your skin is actually looking for, and how to give it that...
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5 breakout zones & what each is telling you
Your breakouts aren't random - where they show up on your face and body is your skin trying to communicate something deeper. From hormonal flare-ups along th...

Why breakouts return even when you're doing everything right!
You're washing your face, using the right products, watching what you eat - and yet the breakouts keep coming back. The truth is, most breakouts don't start ...

Why do dark marks stay?
That mark left behind after a spot heals? It's not your fault, and it's not your skincare failing you. The overproduction of melanin happens beneath the surf...

5 things a damaged barrier does to your skin tone
If your skin tone never quite evens out no matter what you try, your barrier might be the missing piece of the puzzle. Here are five ways a damaged barrier k...

Sugar feeds acne and it's making the scars darker too
If you've ever noticed your skin flares after eating sugary foods, it's not your imagination. Sugar triggers breakouts, fuels inflammation, and slows the ski...

Hormonal acne breakouts? Why do they keep coming back every month
If your skin tends to flare up like clockwork before your period, you're not imagining it - your hormones are driving the show. Here's why hormonal breakouts...

Post Laser Hyperpigmentation - Why you can get darker after your treatment
If your skin looked darker after laser treatment instead of lighter, there's a real biological reason - and it's more common than you think. This post breaks...

More than collagen - Firmer, brighter, calmer skin from 1 daily scoop
If you think collagen is just about fine lines, this one's for you. Kallistia's Anti-Aging Collagen Complex packs marine collagen, hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C...