This blog post looks at the best ways to lower DHT and 5 alpha reductase activity to reduce oily skin and acne. DHT is the strongest androgen in the body and too much of this androgen can cause hair thinning, excess body/facial hair, oily skin and acne. Excess levels occur when an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase converts testosterone or DHEA into DHT. You don't necessarily have to have high levels of testosterone or DHEA to have high levels of DHT - many women have normal testosterone levels ...
Diet
Is ghee good for acne? Skin benefits of clarified butter
I often get asked if clarified butter or ghee is good for acne and if it’s safe to eat as part of an acne-friendly diet. I mean, ghee is from butter and butter is a dairy product and dairy spells bad news for acne sufferers right? Ghee must be bad for our skin surely? When it comes to dairy, there are a few key reasons why it’s so bad for those prone to acne. Dairy products consist of three key components: fat, proteins and milk sugar. Unfortunately, more and more studies are proving that two ...
How to reduce alcohol related acne breakouts
This post looks at how to reduce alcohol related acne breakouts. What steps can acne sufferers take to avoid spots after enjoying an alcoholic drink? As it’s officially the festive season and time to start enjoying some quality time with friends and family, I’m sharing my top tips on how to reduce alcohol related acne breakouts and letting you in on some simple tricks to help keep skin clear whilst still enjoy a drink, or two! I’ve spent too many Christmases sacrificing fun in order to stick ...
Best and worst alcoholic drinks for acne
This post looks at the best and worst alcoholic drinks for acne. Which alcoholic drinks are safe for acne and which ones should be avoided? If you haven’t caught up on my previous posts about alcohol and acne then head over to these posts to learn more about the affects alcohol can have on our skin AND some sneaky tricks to help you avoid any post-party breakouts! Alcohol & acne: does alcohol cause acne? How to reduce alcohol related acne breakouts Best and worst alcoholic drinks for ...
Alcohol and acne: does alcohol cause acne?
This post looks at the relationship between alcohol and acne. Does alcohol cause acne and what issues can acne sufferers face after excessive drinking? With the Christmas festivities looming upon us, I thought it was about time I wrote a post for all of you with burning questions about alcohol and acne. What’s the real truth? Does alcohol cause acne? In this post I’m going share the key reasons why alcohol can upset your skin and next week I’ll be sharing the best alcoholic drinks for ...
How To Add MORE Healthy Fat To Your Diet
Today I'm sharing the best ways to increase your fat intake and sharing some of my favourite foods that help keep my skin calm and my hormones balanced. This is a topic that I often get questions about so I can't wait to share with you these 5 simple tips to sneak some extra fat into your diet! For more info, head on over to my channel and don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a video! https://youtu.be/ei_lSJ-queU Peace, Love & Clear Skin ...
How to get rid of acne breakouts …fast!
Today I’m talking about the best natural ways to get rid of acne breakouts and give my top tips to heal cystic acne breakouts quickly and safely. When a cystic breakout appears it can feel like the world is about to end. It’s not only the physical pain that can accompany an acne cyst – it’s the emotional pain that can also be difficult to overcome. There have been times when I truly believed my skin was on the right track – I’d gone a few weeks with no new breakouts and I finally felt the ...
What causes damp heat and acne?
Damp heat and acne in Traditional Chinese Medicine In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), damp heat and acne are two issues that are often closely linked. This post looks at how damp heat can cause digestive problems within our body that can lead to acne and also how you can reduce internal heat and dampness by just making a few small changes to your daily routine! How is internal 'damp' created? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, internal ‘dampness’ is thought to be caused by sluggish ...
Are you getting enough fat? 4 HFLC bloggers reveal all
In this post, we’re talking about how much fat is enough. Are you eating enough fat? Many of you are relying on a tonne of carbs to get your through each day, but unfortunately, all these excess carbs (yes, even ‘healthy’ whole grains) are contributing to blood sugar imbalances, digestive issues and ultimately, your acne. Are you getting enough fat? Chances are you’re not! Dietary fat is so important for healthy hormones and therefore acne-free, clear skin yet so many of us aren’t eating ...
Fluoride & acne: how to detox from fluoride exposure
This article investigates the best ways you can detox from excess fluoride and begin clearing your persistent cystic acne. My first post ended up being crazy long! I got myself into a huge research wormhole on the whole fluoride/acne thang as I just wanted to give you guys as MUCH information as possible…. so ended up splitting the post into two parts. In my previous post I explained how I came across Melissa Gallico’s eye-opening book ‘The Hidden Cause of Acne’ which going deep into the ...