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Why Your Acne Gets Worse After the Fourth of July

If you've ever looked in the mirror after the Fourth of July weekend and wondered why your skin suddenly seems worse, you're definitely not alone....

Skin Plus vs. Westlake Dermatology for Acne Treatment

I get a lot of people contacting me after searching for things like “dermatology for acne,” “acne treatment near me,” or specifically “Westlake Dermatology acne.”...

My Top Drugstore Sunscreens For Acne-Prone Skin

Finding the best sunscreen for acne-prone skin can feel harder than it should. A lot of sunscreens are greasy, heavy, irritating, or they leave a...

Mandelic Acid for Acne-Prone Skin: The Unsung Hero Your Routine Might Be Missing

When people talk about popular acne treatments, they usually go straight to benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, retinoids, or chemical peels. Those all have a place....

The Right Way to Use Benzoyl Peroxide for Acne

Benzoyl peroxide can be absolutely life-changing when it is used correctly. It is also one of those acne products people love to misuse, overuse, spot...

Sebaceous Filaments vs Blackheads: What Is the Difference

If you have ever looked closely at your nose or chin and thought, “Why do I have all these tiny black dots?” you are not...

Teen Acne: What Parents Need to Know About Acne Products

Y’all, I’m getting old. One of my clients, who I started seeing before she could even drive, is getting married this weekend. She went away...

Perioral Dermatitis vs Acne Around Mouth: How to Tell

If you have small red bumps, red spots, or a stubborn rash around the mouth area, it is very easy to assume it is acne....

Does Birth Control Help Acne or Cause Breakouts?

If you’re a woman with acne, there’s a good chance someone has suggested birth control. Maybe your dermatologist recommended it. Maybe your gynecologist mentioned it....

How to Clear Acne When You’ve Tried Everything (2026)

If you’re an acne sufferer, you’ve probably said some version of this sentence: “I’ve tried everything to clear my acne and nothing works.” I hear...

Skin Minimalism Routine: Simple Steps to More Joy

Skin minimalism is having a moment, and honestly, I’m here for it. Because if there’s one thing I see all the time at Skin+, it’s...

What Is Skin Purging vs Breakouts? How to Tell

You finally commit to a new skincare routine. You buy the new product, start your acne treatment plan, and for the first couple of weeks,...
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