Skin Journal

The order of skincare application matters! Layering skincare products in the correct order ensures that your skin receives the full benefits of each product. Certain active ingredients do not pair...

Women officially hit menopause one year after their last period or when the ovaries are surgically removed. Menopause causes a natural depletion in reproductive hormones including a drop in estrogen...

Benzoyl Peroxide is a common ingredient found in many acne-targeting products, including Dr. Zenovia’s Clear Complexion Collection. It is a chemical compound that oxidizes on the skin, releasing oxygen to...

Acne Triggers Acne is a skin condition that causes spots and pimples. While not dangerous, acne treatment is important for reducing scarring which can last a lifetime. In order to...

If you find yourself breaking out around the same time each month, it may be related to your period and hormonal fluctuations.

Skin discoloration is very common due to sun exposure, hormones, and aging. One of the most common hyperpigmentation skin disorders is melasma. Melasma is a benign skin disorder that is...

As we age, the appearance and characteristics of our skin changes. Aging is accelerated in areas exposed to sunlight; a process known as photoaging (sun damage). Chronic sun exposure results...

A common feature of hormonal acne is breakouts on the chin and jawline area. Unlike other types of acne, hormonal acne is characterized by bumps that are deeper than the...

Hormonal birth control comes in many forms: pills, patches, rings, IUDs, implants, and injections. Each of these forms contain different types and levels of hormones that control the ovulation cycle....

How Does Sugar Affect the Body A diet high in sugar affects the inflammatory processes in the body which can manifest as acne and worsen inflammation. When sugar is ingested,...

Spots & Discoloration There are a host of reasons why your skin may develop new spots or discoloration. Although not all cases require a visit to a dermatologist, it is...

What is Collagen? Collagen is the skin’s fundamental structural protein- comprising 70-80% of the volume of our skin. The primary concern in aging skin is the amount of collagen that...