Meet monk’s pepper, a natural ingredient that can help combat acne in a unique way.
Dr. Dennis Gross explains monk’s pepper benefits.
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Star dermatologistDennis Gross, MD, founder ofDr.
Dennis Gross Skincare, believes that the world is in the dark ages of anti-acne treatments.
After years of research and testing, Dr.
Gross discovered an ingredient that he believes can actually help toprevent breakoutsfrom forming: monks pepper.
board-certified dermatologist and founder of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare
Its a naturally-derived ingredient that helps increase testosterone precursors.
Gross of how monks pepper works on the skin.
Because of this, Dr.
Gross believes the acne treatment could usher in a new wave of pimple-preventing products.
Its an astringent that works as an antimicrobial, and it has antioxidant effects.
These traits combined with the ability to hack your skins oil production make for a potent acne fighter.
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