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Skin Care Library

Learn about the best ingredients for your Baumann Skin Type® on the Skin Care library.

Cucumber Extract in Skin Care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jul 31, 2023

What is cucumber used for in skin care? How does it treat acne? Is it acidic or alkaline, and what difference does that make? In today's blog all about cucumber extract we take a look at the specific active compounds and mechanisms that give cucumber extract its beneficial properties.

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Benzoyl Peroxide in Skin care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Jun 27, 2023

What is Benzoyl peroxide? How does it treat acne so effectively? What are the side-effects of benzoyl peroxide and how can I avoid them in my daily regimen? This blog covers all the big questions around benzoyl peroxide so you can get the tools you need to find the best custom skin care regimen for you!

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Honey in Skin Care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on May 24, 2023

What is honey used for in skin care? How does it treat acne? What is it made of? Does it have an impact on skin aging, and if so, what is that impact? Find out all about the various uses, compositions, and considerations related to honey in skin care! Get the facts on skin care ingredients to find the right regimen for your Baumann Skin Type!

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Comedogenic Ingredients and Acne-Causing Ingredient Checker

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Apr 30, 2023

This is a list of comedogenic cosmeceutical ingredients that have been shown to cause acne. Our acne causing ingredient checker is kept up to date. Find what ingredients are likely to clog pores.

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Tea tree oil in skin care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Apr 10, 2023

What is tea tree oil? Why is it so popular in skin and hair care products? This blog goes through the history and varied usage of tea tree oil, laying out potential risks and benefits to help you find the right ingredients for your personal skin type!

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Olive Oil in Skin Care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Apr 02, 2023

How is olive oil used in skin care? Is olive oil right for your skin? This oil can cause acne, so make sure it's safe for use in your personal skin care regimen!

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Rose Oil in Skin Care

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Mar 27, 2023

What is rose oil? Is rose oil used in skin care? Learn all about rose oil, level up your skin care knowledge, and find out if rose oil is right for your custom skin care regimen!

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Winter Acne Solutions

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Dec 19, 2022

It can be harder to treat acne in the winter because the cold and dry air increases side effects from acne treatment products.

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How long does it take to get rid of acne?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Oct 24, 2022

Why does it take 8 weeks to clear acne? This is the reason you must stay vigilant with your skin care routine.

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Best Cleanser for Acne

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Oct 03, 2022

The best cleanser to treat acne depends upon your Baumann Skin Type. We review hydroxyacid cleansers, benzoyl peroxide cleansers and probiotic cleansers for acne.

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What Causes Clogged Pores and Comedones?

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Sep 30, 2022

Clogged pores cause bumps on the face such as blackheads (closed comedones), whiteheads (open comedones), and milia. What is in a clogged pore and why do they occur?

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Cystic Acne

By Dr. Leslie Baumann on Sep 30, 2022

Cystic acne occurs in men, women and teenagers. It is most often seen as bumps and cysts along the jawline. What causes cystic acne and how do you prevent it?

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