Category: Acne

It looks like acne. It acts like acne. But it’s not acne. Welcome to the confusing world of fungal acne, also known as Malassezia folliculitis. A skin condition often mistaken for regular pimples, but has a different culprit: yeast. If you’ve tried every acne treatment under the sun, your skin still flares up in itchy, stubborn […]READ MORE

Have you ever noticed a breakout pattern favouring one side of your face? It’s like your skin has a favourite side to vent its frustrations. At The Naked Chemist, we believe in peeling back the layers to understand the “why” behind skin woes. And this quirky breakout trend might be more than a coincidence. Face […]READ MORE

Welcome to the fascinating world of fungal acne. Where your skin throws an unexpected shindig with unwelcome guests—Malassezia yeast. These little troublemakers love to crash the scene, causing clusters of small, acne-like pimples. But here’s the truth: fungal acne, or Pityrosporum folliculitis, isn’t your typical acne breakout. It’s more like an uninvited yeast gathering that […]READ MORE

Is your skin breaking out, but no acne treatment seems to work? Do your breakouts also itch? Then, there is a chance yeast is to blame. Another clue is the size of the bumps, as tiny spots often point to fungal acne. This condition commonly appears on your chest, back, and upper arms. But it […]READ MORE

Acne is among one of the most common skin conditions. Research has found that a staggering 95% of people experience acne at some point in their lives, yet finding a product that treats this condition is not easy.READ MORE

Have you ever felt like you’re on a never-ending quest to clear your breakouts? Do you feel like you have tried every acne product under the sun? Yet clear, healthy skin remains as elusive as a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. With over 30 years of experience treating the skin, we’re […]READ MORE

If you suffer from acne, you know the struggle. That sudden breakout or the ongoing battle for clear skin. But what’s going on underneath? Is it hormones, genetics, or diet? Spoiler alert: it’s a bit of everything. Let’s examine the science behind those pesky pimples and discover what’s causing your skin to break out. From […]READ MORE

Acne can feel confusing and frustrating. One day, your skin appears calm. The next new breakouts seem to appear overnight. If you have ever wondered why acne develops — or why some blemishes are mild while others become painful cysts — you are not alone. The truth is that acne forms through a combination of […]READ MORE

Hormonal acne: these two words alone are enough to strike fear into anyone. Especially if you battle from those stubborn breakouts. You see, acne doesn’t care if you’ve perfected your skincare routine or sworn off dairy and chocolate. It’s like your body’s way of sending a memo: “Something’s out of whack, internally. But here’s the […]READ MORE

Is P. Acnes an adolescent pang or a life-long challenge? Clinical studies have found 40% of the adult population have been diagnosed with low-grade P. Acnes.READ MORE