SKIN JOURNAL

Ever wondered how a man’s skin differs from a female’s? Dr. Zenovia, a Board-Certified Dermatologist and Hormonal Acne Expert, is here to break it down. Five key differentiators between male and female facial skin include skin structure, oil production, collagen...

What Causes Acne?   Acne is categorized as a multifactorial disease, meaning that it typically does not have a singular cause. However, fundamentally, acne is a result of clogged hair follicles...

Dr. Zenovia Skincare is committed to showcasing the skin journey of real people. In this post, Luke, a trans lifestyle influencer shares his experience of establishing an effective skincare routine. Dr. Zenovia’s topicals were especially helpful...

The massive hormonal shifts we experience throughout our physiologic lives can affect our skin’s health. When it comes to hormonal acne, the estrogen to testosterone ratio in our bloodstream correlates with acne breakouts. This milieu or cocktail of hormones touches the...

One of the most common questions Dr. Zenovia gets about skincare is whether using a toner is really necessary. Today’s consumers are bombarded with hundreds of product offerings, and it can be tough to figure out what’s really...

Melasma is a benign vascular skin disorder triggered by hormonal fluctuations and UV sun exposure. Often referred to as a ‘pregnancy mask’, melasma manifests as patches of darker skin on the cheeks, upper lip, and forehead. In...

Dr. Zenovia held an Instagram Live with Infertility & Reproductive Endocrinology Specialist, Dr. Shahin Ghadir. Here are some of their takeaways about hormonal skin changes during fertility treatments and pregnancy. Dr. Zenovia also...

Dr. Zenovia Skincare aims to showcase the skin journey of real people. Hormones have a huge impact on our skin’s health throughout life’s various stages- the teenage and young adult years are...

 All pimples including blackheads, whiteheads, cysts, and red marks have a hormonal component. Hormonal acne is cyclical and commonly found along the jawline region. In this post, Dr. Zenovia deep dives into the science behind...

  Bakuchiol (pronounced ba-koo-chee-ol) is a plant extract that contains antioxidant properties. Similar to retinol, this powerful ingredient increases cellular turnover, stimulating collagen production and helping to diminish signs of aging and skin laxity. However, Bakuchiol is a bit gentler on the...

Dr. Zenovia Skincare aims to showcase the stories of real people. Hormones have a huge impact on our skin’s health throughout life’s various stages, and postpartum is no exception! In this post, Jackie,...

Sleepless nights and stressful days can make an appearance in the form of those dreaded puffy, under-eye circles. In this post, Dr. Zenovia breaks down the main causes and top treatments for...