SKIN JOURNAL

Hormonal acne commonly makes an appearance on the chin and jawline region, especially before a woman’s menstrual cycle begins (PMS). However, just because chin acne is hormonal does not mean painful pimples...

  The skin barrier is one of the most important physiologic skin structures that dermatologist's study. With daily skincare, the skin barrier can be disrupted due to over washing, over stripping, or if you have an underlying inflammatory disorder such as eczema,...

Dr. Zenovia has seen your significant other’s comments on social media- you're stealing their skincare! A skincare routine isn’t just for women. And men also deal with hormonal skin concerns including acne and aging. Having a daily ritual to...

Salicylic Acid vs. Benzoyl Peroxide Salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are two well-known acne-fighting agents. Both ingredients work and have clinical efficacy. Salicylic acid chemically exfoliates the skin, unclogging the...

  Benzoyl peroxide is a chemical compound that oxidizes on the skin, releasing oxygen to destroy pore-clogging bacteria. It is anti-inflammatory, comedolytic, and anti-bacterial meaning it decreases skin inflammation, opens the pores, exfoliates the surface...

March 8th is International Women’s Day, A holiday that celebrates the progress we have made for the rights of women around the globe. Below, Dr. Zenovia shares her family's history and her goal of helping women feel empowered when it comes to advancing in life....

Dr. Zenovia Skincare aims to showcase the stories of real people. In this post, Nicole shares her Accutane experience, Post-Accutane skincare routine, and journey with self-love and skin positivity. Everyone has a...

Hyaluronic Acid Skin Benefits Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is a clear, gooey-like substance that is naturally produced by our cells. The largest amounts of hyaluronic acid can be found in the...

While treating patients in her Newport Beach, CA practice Dr. Zenovia began to see a correlation between her clients’ skin issues and their respective life stages. She noticed that many...

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. In this post, Lindsay shares her...

For many people of color, the biggest skin concern is dark spots and an uneven skin tone. In this post, Dr. Zenovia details the causes of hyperpigmentation and provides top...

Creating a skincare routine can seem daunting. Which products will work best with your skin? How many do you need? If you are a beginner in the teen skin health...