Chemist Confessions

#112: Does Any of the Plant Stuff Work for Acne?

Sep 9, 2024 · 38 min · Episode 111 · 55.5 MBExplicit
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Continuing our acne series, we’ve been able to delve into some solid actives with pretty juicy data behind it, but there are quite a few less validated ingredients that are pretty popular and worth a look. In this episode, we look at succinic acid, mugwort, witch hazel, and tea tree oil. Four popular plant-ish actives that have gained some traction as magical home remedies for acne breakouts. Let’s see if the data holds up shall we?