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Welcome to your home for all things skin, acne, eczema, nutrition, hormones, gut health and supplements. This blog is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
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-Katie, RHN, FDN-P
Fungal Acne or Folliculitis? Symptoms & Diagnosis
“Fungal acne” commonly refers to Malassezia folliculitis, an inflammation of hair follicles associated with yeast that normally lives on the skin. It is different from acne vulgaris. Similar-looking bumps can have different causes, so the diagnosis matters before choosing a treatment.
Hormonal Acne: Period Flares, PCOS & Treatment Options
Hormonal acne describes acne influenced by hormonal changes or hormone-related activity. Breakouts around a period can fit that pattern, but they do not prove an abnormal hormone level or PCOS. Persistent acne should be assessed in its own right, with other symptoms considered when they are present.
What Causes Acne? Skin Care, Nutrition & Treatment
Acne develops in hair follicles through processes involving oil, blocked pores, inflammation and bacteria. Hormones and other factors can contribute. It is not simply a sign of dirty skin, and a breakout cannot identify a gut or hormone diagnosis on its own. Understanding the condition helps you choose a useful next step.