Tag Archives: acne

Why Do We Get Period Acne

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Acne can be a frustrating and confidence-damaging skin condition that affects people of all ages and genders. While acne can occur at any time, many women experience a specific type of acne known as period acne, which occurs in conjunction with their menstrual cycle. The Science Behind Period Acne To understand why acne breakouts coincide […]

Teenage Acne: Causes, Prevention, and Parental Support

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Teenage acne is a prevalent and distressing skin condition that affects many adolescents. It can be emotionally challenging for teenagers, impacting their self-esteem and overall well-being. This simple guide will explore the causes of teenage acne, prevention tips, treatment options, and how parents can provide support and guidance to their children during this challenging time. […]

How can you clear up blemished skin with salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and retinol

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Acne is a skin condition that affects nearly everyone. Whether you have oily or dry skin, it’s almost inevitable that you’ll experience acne at some point in your life. Blemished skin can be upsetting for anyone who experiences it, but luckily there are many ways you can treat your pimples, so they go away for […]

What is a Closed Comedone and How to Prevent Them

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Closed comedones, commonly known as a “closed pimple” or “non-blackhead blemish”, i.e., a “whitehead” covered by skin, is an acne lesion that appears as a small, hard bump on the skin. They appear mostly on the face and neck but can also appear in other areas of the body. They are more common among those […]

What is Congested Skin?

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Congested skin is a term used to describe skin that looks dull, feels rough and bumpy and that has visible white and blackheads on the cheeks, T-zone and forehead.  The cause of congested skin and “run of the mill” acne are very similar; pores become clogged with sebum and a build-up of dead skin cells, […]

The skin benefits of Azelaic Acid

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Azelaic acid occurs naturally in various grains (e.g., barley, wheat, rye, etc.) but it also occurs naturally on the skin, produced by yeast living on your epidermis. It’s known for having both anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This makes it the perfect addition to skin care intended to treat rosacea, eczema, and acne too. Azelaic acid […]

How to smartly improve a blemished complexion – Webinar from July 15, 2020

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Reviva Labs’ Webinar on how to care for, treat, and improve blemished and problem skin. We’ll discuss what causes blemishes, problem skin, and how to overall improve your complexion. Solving blemished skin What causes problem skin From brightening and firming to restoring and anti-aging – and everything in between – Reviva has it covered. It’s […]

Face masks, irritations, acne, and skin care

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COVID-19 has caused so many changes in our daily lives it’s hard to know where to start. But one of the most common questions our team has been receiving is: how can I help my skin’s irritation due to wearing a face mask all day? Face masks are a sensible and effective precaution to counter […]