We have all undergone the horrible reality of living with acne during our awkward teenage phase. While some of us are happy never to see another pimple in our lifetime, others still suffer from breakouts well into adulthood. For many of us, acne just happens without any warning or indication that it is making its way to the surface of our epidermis.  We just accept it, treat it as best as we can with whatever skincare products we own and hope for it to go away just as quickly as it appeared.  There are several myths about acne, and in this blog post, we break down the most common ones.  Myth 1: Poor hygiene causes acne Dirt or poor hygiene cannot be linked to acne flare-ups. Excessive scrubbing or regular cleaning might aggravate acne by irritating the skin. Washing your face twice a day is usually the recommended amount, but you can still keep your face clean if you only wash it once daily.  Furthermore, piling on layers of different skincare products can irritate your skin, causing i

You may have heard of aromatherapy over the years and perhaps even grew curious to try it out. While this form of therapy can come off as something one might be skeptical of, there are a surprising number of ways in which aromatherapy can help alleviate any issues felt on a physiological or psychological level. Read on how you can start introducing essential oils into your self-care routine. What is aromatherapy? Natural plant extracts are used in aromatherapy, a holistic healing method, to support health and well-being. People also refer to it as essential oil therapy.  Aromatherapy uses medicinally effective aromatic essential oils to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. However, remember that aromatherapy cannot concretely treat infections, rashes, or diseases, but it can be used in conjunction with other medical treatments or surgeries. It has become quite trendy in recent years with the popularity of the self-care movement seen on social media. Experts in the field