Faces by Fern Blog

Skincare Tips & Product Education

Written by licensed estheticians & certified acne experts. Learn how to care & choose the right ingredients for your unique skin

April is Acne Rosacea Awareness Month

April is Acne Rosacea Awareness Month

Let's talk about a common skin condition that affects many of us, which is called rosacea. April is the month dedicated to raising awareness about Acne...

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Can my Phone Cause Skin Damage?

Can my Phone Cause Skin Damage?

Did you know that your phone emits High-Energy Visible (HEV) light? This "blue light" can penetrate the skin and contribute to premature aging and hyperpigmentation....

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Skincare Masks... at Home!

Skincare Masks... at Home!

Have you tried using skincare masks? Masks are excellent for providing targeted solutions to many of your skin concerns. They can help hydrate parched skin,...

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How to Properly Store your Skincare Products

How to Properly Store your Skincare Products

With sunny days ahead, let's talk about how to best store your skincare for their safe and effective use:   Avoid Hot Spots: Just like...

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How to Prevent Maskne

How to Prevent Maskne

Bacteria from our mouths and sweat from the airless covering of the mask creates a problem for the lower half of our faces, especially if...

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What is Mandelic Acid?

What is Mandelic Acid?

Mandelic Acid is an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) derived from almonds. It works by exfoliating the skin-removing the top layers of dead skin cells to...

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What can I do to age well? | Intro to Lactic Acid & Ceramides

What can I do to age well? | Intro to Lactic Acid & Ceramides

Each time a client returns for a facial, I'll ask…”How’s your skin feeling today?” Your perception of your skin is one of my guideposts in deciding how...

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Do Collagen Powder and Hyaluronic Acid Supplements Improve Skin Health?

Do Collagen Powder and Hyaluronic Acid Supplements Improve Skin Health?

There are many nutraceuticals gaining popularity in recent years. Buzzwords like collagen and hyaluronic acid supplements stand out because of their link to skin health...

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Hormones, Acne and Seed Cycling

Hormones, Acne and Seed Cycling

DO HORMONES CAUSE BREAKOUTS? CAN I BALANCE MY HORMONES AND CLEAR MY SKIN? WHAT IS SEED CYCLING? Hormones and the Skin After studying hormones concerning...

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10 Setbacks to the Clearing Process | “Why do I still have breakouts?”

10 Setbacks to the Clearing Process | “Why do I still have breakouts?”

Habits that sabotage your skin from clearing. We’ve talked about picking and how detrimental it is to your skin previously. I started thinking- this is...

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How Do I Stop Picking At My Skin? (+Acne Bacteria Explained)

How Do I Stop Picking At My Skin? (+Acne Bacteria Explained)

There are many reasons why you should you stop picking at your skin. One of them is because it can cause bacteria to spread- making...

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Why Sunscreen is Important + Tips for For Maximum Results

Why Sunscreen is Important + Tips for For Maximum Results

SUN, SUNBURNS, SUN-DAMAGE, SUNSCREEN- THERE’S ONLY ONE OF THESE THAT WE NEED OFTEN. Your skin is the barrier you’re born with. It does a great...

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What Causes Acne?

What Causes Acne?

Did you know? Acne is most commonly an inherited disorder of the pore and is also largely a hormonal condition. “approximately 50-90% of acne was...

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Hormonal Acne & PCOS

Hormonal Acne & PCOS

Hormones affect almost every function in the human body. From your metabolism and mood, to your sleep, your SKIN, and so much more… A balance...

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Skincare Tips for Men

Skincare Tips for Men

“I gotta stay focused and take care of my skin.” [said in an interview with BET]” - Kevin Hart How often have you heard that...

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5 Skincare Recommendations for Aging Skin

5 Skincare Recommendations for Aging Skin

Whether you have acne or hyperpigmentation with fine lines, facials aren't the cure-all! You should be using your skincare every day, twice a day. Why...

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What Does SPF Really Mean?

What Does SPF Really Mean?

SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor and it protects against UVB rays - the rays that will BURN the skin. SPF values (15, 30, 50)...

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VITAMIN-C: What does it do for the skin?

VITAMIN-C: What does it do for the skin?

Let me pour you the juice on Vitamin-C… HERE ARE A FEW BENEFITS OF USING THIS CITRUS-DERIVED INGREDIENT IN YOUR SKIN CARE ROUTINE: 🍊Hydrates skin...

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Can You Really Make Large Pores Disappear?

Can You Really Make Large Pores Disappear?

Do the pores, or follicles* on your face seem large to you? It could be tempting to title this blog with some clickbait like, “How...

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Does Skin Color Affect Treatment | The Fitzpatrick Scale

Does Skin Color Affect Treatment | The Fitzpatrick Scale

This skin typing tool is used to measure the amount of melanin pigment in the skin. This helps determine skin sensitivity and treatment options. Thomas...

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Why Should You Get a Series of Peels in Fall/Winter?

Why Should You Get a Series of Peels in Fall/Winter?

Summer sun exposure leads to sun damage and dehydrated skin. We all know that the result is blotchy, uneven tone, often with flakiness or a...

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Does Bacteria Cause Acne? + 5 Tips to Avoid Breakouts

Does Bacteria Cause Acne? + 5 Tips to Avoid Breakouts

Some types of acne bacteria are present in virtually every human’s skin- not only those with acne. CUTIBACTERIUM ACNES (C ACNES) FALLS INTO THAT CATEGORY...

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For the Moms we love, for all the care they give.

Mother's Day - Smiles and Hugs

You love your Mom, she works hard, and you want to make her happy - but how?  Simple solution! Give her permission to shop! And...

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