Acne, a common skin condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, can often be a source of frustration and self-consciousness. Many people turn to pharmaceutical solutions in their quest for clear skin, but recent studies into drug-free alternatives have opened up a new realm of possibilities. Natural supplements, fortified with essential vitamins and minerals, have shown promising results in acne management. A Paradigm Shift in Acne Management Traditional acne treatments often rely on topical creams, antibiotics, or hormonal therapies. While these approaches may be effective for some individuals, they can come with potential side effects or limited long-term efficacy. Recognizing this, researchers and dermatologists have been exploring alternative methods to combat acne. In the pursuit of drug-free solutions, natural supplements...
The most effective way to treat a problem is to start by fully understanding it. Dr. Anna H Chacon is an Ivy League Educated, Board-certified Dermatologist, and below she reveals the needs-must knowledge on acne so that you can better equip yourself to beat it. What is acne? Acne is one of the most common dermatologic conditions that we have all suffered from at least at one point of our lives. While it is most prevalent in our pubescent years and blossoms during puberty and young adulthood, it may persist way into adulthood or occur as early as childhood. It is defined by the hallmark lesion - a pimple - also known as a “comedone” which can look like a whitehead...
AHA and BHA face washes are the hot topic of 2022, particularly when it comes to treating acne causes and reducing signs of ageing. Whilst we have written extensively on how the root cause of acne being hormonal, and how the only way to treat and get long-lasting results is from within, AHA and BHA can help the surface effects of acne - reducing acne and leaving you with bright glowing skin. Here’s what science tells us: What is AHA? AHA stands for alpha-hydroxy acid, it’s a skin exfoliant and is made from a group of acids usually derived from plant products and sometimes animal products (POREFAVORs face wash is vegan, but some others are not). AHA is a chemical exfoliant rather than a physical exfoliant (like a gritty face scrub). The most popular...
Toothpaste? For those that have suffered with acne, this won’t be the first time you have heard the suggestion that toothpaste helps with acne. Growing up in the 90’s toothpaste was all the rage for acne treatment... but that's where it should have stayed, right? We will go more into toothpaste hacks below, but in researching for this paper we found a lot of very unusual, and not very helpful suggestions for what you can use to cure acne and help remove spots. We have reviewed the most common home remedy hacks for treating acne below. We'd love to hear the crazy recommendations people have made to you. Message us them on skincare@porefavor.com and we will send you a cheeky discount...
PORE FAVOR was founded with one mission. A Life without Acne. As acne sufferers ourselves on this mission we had to write a blog post about the best BB cream for acne with a no-BS statement that you won't hear elsewhere. BB cream can be incredible at fighting the symptoms of current acne breakouts BUT it won't stop acne coming back, and it can't treat acne causes at their root. Why? Because the root cause of acne is internal - this is well researched and covered in our blog What causes acne? by Dr. Anna H Chacon. We love BB creams (particularly those with SPF) that can treat current outbreaks, but its time brands tell you the truth. If you want to stop acne coming back. You need to treat it from...
