Five Do’s and Don’ts of Cystic Acne Skincare

Photo by Anna Nekrashevich Cystic acne is a type of inflammatory acne that causes painful, pus-filled pimples to form deep under the skin. Acne occurs when oil and dead skin cells clog skin pores, but with cystic acne, bacteria also gets into the pores, causing swelling or inflammation. Cystic acne …

Give Your Skin a Milky Treat with Pure Beauty

Photo by Monstera You’ve probably seen the word “milk” used in the naming of various beauty products, but do you know what it actually means? While Cleopatra was famous for her bathing in asses milk, none of the products below actually contain any dairy! Most “milks” are so-called because they …

Everything You Need to Know About Your Skin’s Microbiome

The word “microbiome” seems to pop up almost everywhere these days, from food and drink to daily supplements, and it’s often used in reference to our stomach. However, microbiome doesn’t just relate to your gut, but any ecosystem of bacteria, including the one living on your skin. Many companies have …