Acne is not a bacterial infection — it is an inflammatory condition. This guide breaks down the root causes of acne by subtype and walks you through a functional strategy using targeted supplements, dietary shifts, and a barrier-first skincare routine.

Chronic, low-grade inflammation — not just time — is the real driver of premature skin aging. This guide breaks down the science of inflammaging, how modern skincare habits quietly fuel it, and what it actually takes to slow skin aging from the inside out.