Personal and Scientific

Greetings,

My name is Madison and I have started this blog to share my experience and research regarding acne.

I’ll discuss the skin barrier and microbiome, acne scarring, and how acne affects mental health. I’m passionate about this topic as a sufferer of acne for over 10 years. I haven’t defeated it yet but am determined to learn all I can and use this as an outlet!

My Latest Posts

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• Letter to My Avoidant SelfMay 20, 2025
  for the part of me that feared being consumed Dear Avoidant Me, I know why you shut down. Why you felt your chest tighten when someone got too close.… Letter… Read more: Letter to My Avoidant Self
• When you’re both anxious and avoidant:May 20, 2025
  The left side, right side metaphor The Left Side: Your Anxious Heart This side of you feels deeply. It craves closeness, reassurance, and connection.… When you’re both anxious and avoidant:

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