One thing we have learned during our years of clearing acne is that moms (and dads too) love fabric softener and dryer sheets. When we share our laundry recipe secret for clear skin, many parents gasp in horror! What-oh-what are they going to do without their beloved fabric softener and dryer sheets?! Commercial fabric softener …
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Carragee…what? What the heck is C-A-R-R-A-G-E-E-N-A-N? Carrageenan is a common food and cosmetic additive extracted from red seaweed, and it is often found lurking in products deemed “organic” and “natural.” Because of its gelling properties, it is used as a natural emulsifier and thickener for food and cosmetics. It can be found in some otherwise …
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Did you know that toothpaste affects acne? You might even be wondering “how could toothpaste play a role in my breakouts?” When I was a teenager in the 80’s, I was told to spot treat my pimples by applying a dab of toothpaste on each one. Apparently, it was supposed to dry up the pimple …
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It’s the salt on those fries. Yes, it is salty foods and food high in iodides that are the culprit in making acne worse. Below is a list of foods typically high in iodides. We tell people to not go crazy around eliminating these foods, just be aware of eating too much of them. …
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More people are suffering from breakouts than ever before, according to a study presented at the American Academy of Dermatology’s annual meeting this March. Even though over 50% of adults continue to get acne well into adulthood, if you are over 18 and have acne, it’s easy to feel like you’re the only one. …
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* The acne-safe laundry detergents we recommend
* The ONE item to eliminate from your acne-clearing laundry routine
* A simple bedtime hack you can implement immediately that won’t contribute to acne flare ups
* And more!