Ever wonder where your make-up goes over the course of the day? Some of it is rubbed off by contact with your hands and your clothing, and some of it migrates across your skin, settling into your pores — much like rainwater collects wherever there are small holes in the ground. Some make-ups include ingredients that are considered comedogenic, or substances that are known to clog pores. Although these cosmetics may not cause true plugging of the follicle, certain ingredients may induce follicular 7

It’s often said that you only have a few seconds to make a first impression and that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. It is no wonder that acne, wrinkles, and age spots appearing across the face can induce an instant feeling of insecurity. In a society that spends millions on health and beauty products chasing vogue-esque perfection and timeless skin, it’s worth considering some of the causes and natural cures behind the madness.

irritation. The result? The small, persistent bumps known as “cosmetic acne.”

It is probably no surprise that stress can wreck havoc on your body, hormones and subsequently, your face. The body naturally releases a hormone called cortisol during a stressful situation coined the “fight or flight” response. If the body maintains a constant level of stress without allowing for drops in cortisol levels, a chronic state of stress is maintained. This high-cortisol state can have adverse effects on the body. One such side effect is inflammation and lowered immune response.

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