Skin, Explored

Everything you need to know about living—and
thriving—with an inflammatory skin condition.

Skin, Explored

Everything you need to know about living--and thriving—with an inflammatory skin condition.

Types of Acne: Cystic Acne - Gladskin
Types of Acne: Cystic Acne
You know you have acne… But have you ever considered which type of acne you have? Your blemishes could either be fungal acne, acne vulgaris, or cystic acne. Each form... Read more
Choosing the Best Makeup for Acne-Prone Skin, Plus What to Avoid - Gladskin
Choosing the Best Makeup for Acne-Prone Skin, Plus What to Avoid
Struggling with acne doesn't mean you have to give up wearing makeup. However, when you’re trying to manage acne-prone skin, it’s important to recognize that certain ingredients in makeup and... Read more
Rosacea vs. Acne
Rosacea vs. Acne
Rosacea and acne are two common skin conditions in the world today. In the US alone, an estimated 16 million people have rosacea, while up to 50 million have acne,... Read more
Are Foaming Cleansers Bad for Sensitive Skin? - Gladskin
Are Foaming Cleansers Bad for Sensitive Skin?
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate & Foaming Cleansers  Sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium laureth sulfate have gotten a bad reputation in the beauty industry, yet they’re in thousands of... Read more
What You Need to Know About the Layers of Your Skin - Gladskin
What You Need to Know About the Layers of Your Skin
Your skin is the largest organ in your body. Because it acts as your first line of defense against environmental threats like chemicals, bacteria, and even viruses, it also plays... Read more
The Best Soap for Your Skin Type (HINT: It's Not What You Think)
The Best Soap for Your Skin Type (HINT: It's Not What You Think)
Thousands of people search Google every month to find the best soap for dry skin, the best soap for oily skin, and the best soap for every skin type in... Read more
Your Guide to Probiotic Skin Care: Is It Worth the Hype - Gladskin
Your Guide to Probiotic Skin Care: Is It Worth the Hype
Is the key to a glowing complexion really bacteria? Research linking acne, eczema, and rosacea to an imbalance in the skin microbiome — as well as the rising popularity of... Read more
Antimicrobial vs. Antibacterial Soap - Gladskin
Antimicrobial vs. Antibacterial Soap
No one wants to get sick — that’s why it’s easy to get caught up in trying to kill off all the germs that may be lurking on your hands.... Read more
What Are Parabens and Sulfates? Should You Avoid Them? - Gladskin
What Are Parabens and Sulfates? Should You Avoid Them?
When you look at beauty products, you’ve probably seen the phrases “paraben-free” and “sulfate-free” on the front of different products like shampoos and lotions before. In recent years, new research... Read more
Staphylococcus aureus: An Inside Scoop on the Bad Bacteria - Gladskin
Staphylococcus aureus: An Inside Scoop on the Bad Bacteria
Staphylococcus aureus (or S. aureus) is a bacteria found in the skin microbiome. It’s most commonly located inside the nostrils, in the armpits, and around the groin — but also exists elsewhere... Read more