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

Adult acne leaves darker marks…
Adult hormonal breakouts aren't the same as teenage acne - and that's exactly why your old go-tos stopped working. If you're in your 30s or 40s and the break...

A Natural Alternative to Roaccutane (Isotretinoin) for Acne
Roaccutane can come with serious side effects that give many women pause - and rightly so. If you're looking for a gentler, inside-out approach to clearer sk...

Skin Purging vs Breakouts: What Purging Is, How Long It Lasts, and When to Stop
Starting something new for your skin and suddenly seeing more breakouts? You're not alone - and it might not mean what you think. Here's how to tell the diff...

Dark spots from ingrown hairs?
Ingrown hairs are frustrating enough on their own - but the dark spots they leave behind can linger for weeks or even months. Here's why it happens, what mak...

How Stress Affects Your Skin (And How to Support Breakouts Naturally)
Ever notice your skin flares up right before a big moment? Stress triggers real hormonal responses that can show up as breakouts, redness, and post-acne mark...