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Benzoyl Peroxide vs Mandelic vs Salicylic Acid for Acne
BPO, Mandelic Acid or Salicylic Acid: Which Does Your Acne Need? If you have acne, you have probably heard of benzoyl peroxide, mandelic acid, and salicylic acid. They are three of our most-used acne ingredients at Viriditas. They are also not doing the same job. That is important, because acne treatment is not simply about…
Read MoreHerbs for Acne-Prone Skin: An Herbalist’s Lens on Pattern-Based Support
If you have ever searched for herbs for acne-prone skin, you have probably found plenty of lists. Spearmint for hormonal acne.Burdock for detox.Dandelion for the liver.Turmeric for inflammation.Green tea for oil control. And while each of these plants may have a place, I want to begin with something important: Herbs are not little green pharmaceuticals.…
Read MoreStop Declaring WAR On Your Skin
When you declare war on your skin, your skin starts defending itself. There are moments when the world feels sharpened—when the nervous system is already bracing before you’ve even had your coffee. In those moments, it makes sense that we reach for solutions that match the energy in the air: fast, forceful, decisive. And without…
Read MoreHow Your Skin Protects You: A Simple Guide to the Skin Barrier
Your skin is more than just what you see in the mirror. It’s a living, breathing shield that protects you every single day. In skincare, we often talk about the skin barrier—the outermost layer that keeps your body safe, balanced, and resilient. Think of it as the walls of a fortress, always on duty to…
Read MoreSensitive Skincare Routine During Cancer Treatment | Oncology Skincare Part 5
When you’re going through cancer treatments or navigating autoimmune flares, your skin needs care that feels more like a hug than a workout. The goal isn’t perfect skin — it’s comfort, protection, and support while your body does the heavy lifting of healing. Here’s a gentle, barrier-friendly skincare routine using Oncology Safe ingredients you can…
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