by Norelle | Sep 21, 2024 | acne, Female Health, Skin Health
What does PCOS acne look like? It is estimated that between 30-48% of women with treatment-resistant cystic acne may have polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) (Mehta-Ambalal, 2017). Acne may be the canary in the coal mine warning of a deeper endocrine disorder....
by Norelle | Nov 15, 2023 | acne, Skin Health
Zinc is a trace mineral essential for health. Over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body require zinc, including digestive health, immune function, DNA transcription, blood glucose control, antioxidant defences, neurotransmitter production, and hormone regulation. Zinc...
by Norelle | Feb 2, 2023 | acne, Skin Health
Vitex agnus castus (Chasteberry, Monkberry) is a popular herbal remedy for female reproductive health and hormonal acne. You can find Vitex at many health food stores and chemists, but it’s not a panacea for all forms of female acne. Read on to discover...
by Norelle | Dec 8, 2022 | acne, Skin Health, Thyroid
The link between hypothyroidism and acne Hormonal imbalances are a key driver of acne. Androgens hog the limelight, but both clinical and subclinical thyroid dysfunction is detrimental to skin health. This article explores how thyroid disease contributes to...
by Norelle | Dec 3, 2021 | acne, Medication side effects, Skin Health
Spironolactone as a treatment for hormonal acne Have you been prescribed spironolactone for female hormonal acne? Want to know more about it? This article will give you a primer of what it is, how it works, and the side effects. What is spironolactone?...
by Norelle | Dec 3, 2021 | acne, Skin Health
How to lower androgens, naturally Anti-androgen medications such as spironolactone and cyproterone acetate are used to treat hormonal acne, female pattern hair loss and PCOS. Are there natural alternatives? Yes, there are some contenders. But before...
