acne
Body breakouts and how to treat them
Summer is here, and with summer comes sweat. Add to that the stress of the ongoing pandemic, you might be seeing spots in places where you never broke out before. Body breakouts are common and can be uncomfortable. Depending on where the blemishes appear, they can be a bit tricky to treat. What are the […]
Breakouts around the mouth – what causes it and how to treat it
Breakouts can be a right nuisance and downright painful, no matter where they pop up. But the more painful ones are the spots that appear around your mouth. What is the cause of breakouts around the mouth? How can we treat it? When is the time to see a dermatologist? The cause of breakouts around […]
How to care for sensitive acne-prone skin
Skin is rarely just one thing (as we keep repeating over and over again). One of the trickier propositions is treating sensitive skin prone to breakouts and acne. It is vital to keep the skin in balance and keep it calm. But, you want products that are effective in treating breakouts. And some products developed […]
How to treat your skin when wearing a face mask
Image by Polina Tankilevitch via Canva Face masks are here to stay for the foreseeable future. Wearing a face mask is one of the ways we can help curb the spread of Covid-19. It prevents droplets (like saliva or mucus) from spreading to other people, and it also means we are less likely to touch […]
What is the Skin Microbiome?
Skin microbiome or skin flora is a topic that has grown in popularity over recent years. It is easy to understand why, since it is crucial in keeping our skin healthy and balanced. It protects the skin against harmful outside influences. What is the skin microbiome? How does it work and benefit the skin? How […]
Ishtar Skinlights Powerful Duos For Every Skin Concern
One of the more frequent questions we receive from our lovely customers, either via email or social media, is how to slot our products in their existing routines. We thought it would be helpful to put together a list of Ishtar products that target specific skin concerns. You can either pair them together or with […]
5 Acne Fighting Ingredients to Include in Your Routine
Acne vulgaris is a common condition that affects millions of people. In the past it was associated with teenage skin, however recent research shows that adult acne is on the rise. Acne doesn’t discriminate, and it can happen to anyone regardless of their age and gender. There are two types of acne – inflammatory and […]
How to Treat Body Acne
Body acne can affect you regardless of your age or gender. The cause of body acne is the same as face acne – excess oil production, dead skin cells in the follicles, and bacteria. The oil and dead skin cells block the pore; bacteria thrive, and you get acne. Body acne is annoying and can […]