Hi, I’m Shannon — and I get it.

I’ve struggled with acne for most of my life. The kind that’s persistent, unpredictable, and impossible to ignore. Like so many others, I’ve spent countless hours (and way too much money) trying product after product, hoping each one might be the solution. Instead, I found a skincare market that often felt confusing, overly complicated, and frankly — misleading.

Everywhere I turned, I was hit with perfect skin promises, miracle cures, and flawless-filtered faces that made me feel like I was doing everything wrong. The truth? I wasn’t. The skincare world just wasn’t built with people like us in mind.

That’s why I started this website — to create the space I always wished existed.

This isn’t just another skincare store. It’s a carefully curated collection of products I believe in — made for real skin, not perfect skin. Everything here is chosen with intention, based on research, ingredients that actually work (and are gentle), and the lived experience of someone who knows how deeply acne can affect your confidence, mental health, and everyday life.

But more than that, this is a community. A judgment-free zone where we can talk honestly about breakouts, share what’s helped (and what hasn’t), and support one another through the ups and downs of skin journeys. Because we deserve skincare spaces that are compassionate, transparent, and rooted in realness — not shame.

Whether you're just starting to explore skincare or have been in the trenches for years, you're welcome here. I’m so glad you found this corner of the internet — I hope it feels like home.

With love and understanding,
Shannon
Founder, One Stop Acne Shop