The Concern: Acne

Posted on 24 August 2019
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Are you part of the 80%?

Did you know that acne affects more that 80% of us at some point or another in our lives? Contrary to popular belief, acne can occur at any age. The American Academy of Dermatology is finding that acne occurring in adults is increasing, affecting up to 15 percent of women.

Acne-prone or oily skin requires a tailored approach and can be a frustrating obstacle to tackle. Instead of poking and prodding delicate skin, try incorporating targeted products into your routine. The truth is, you may never grow out of your acne and there is no single cure. Acne is a chronic condition that affects millions of teenagers and adults and while it can’t be cured, the good news is that by following a daily skin care regimen for acne treatment you will be able to restore your clear complexion.

Sometime you may find that your skin seems worse when you start a new routine and that is normal as your skin reacts and adjusts to the active ingredients and goes through the cycles it needs to in order to ultimately be clearer and acne free.

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CLEANSE

Wash your face. Start with a facial cleanser that contains an alpha hydroxy acid such as glycol acid or salicylic acid. This will help to remove excess oil and exfoliate dead skin cells. Use warm water and pat dry gently.

Medicated Wash
VIVIER
This broad-spectrum antimicrobial acne wash is an all-in-one cleanser and toner that deep cleans pores to remove surface impurities such as dirt, oil and bacteria while helping prevent new acne pimples. Formulated with 2% pharmaceutical grade Salicylic Acid and Hexamidine, this all-in-one cleanser and toner is ideal for all skin types, especially oily, acne-prone skin.

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Clarifying Cleanser
TATA HARPER
This cleanser was specifically created to combat adult acne and oily/combination skin types. This provides a clear, smooth, clean complexion. This will give you a squeaky clean feel without over drying your skin.

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TONE

Once you have cleansed your skin, use a cotton pad (better than a cotton ball if you have any pimples) or simply put some of the toner in your hands and gently pat on to your face. Let the toner dry before the next step. Facial toners help to clarify and re-balance the PH of your skin.

Botanical Infused Sebu-Tone Clarifier
ENVIRON
Environ Botanical Infused Sebu-Tone Clarifier is formulated with clarifying exfoliators and sebum regulating ingredients. This toner helps to remove the build-up of dead surface skin and assists in minimizing the appearance of an oily shine, leaving the skin looking smoother and more refined. Helps to brighten the appearance of uneven skin tone for smoother and more refined skin. Antiseptic ingredients help control inflammation and redness. Helps remove buildup of surface dead skin and minimize appearance of oily shine on the skin.

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Clarifying Exfoliating Solution
ALYRIA
A soothing exfoliator for acneic skin. It works on the surface of the skin by sloughing off dead cells and has lipophilic properties which breaks down oil and lipids to unclog pores.

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TARGETED TREATMENT

If you have any pronounced pimples or areas of redness, this is when you may apply a treatment product containing benzol peroxide or salicylic acid. Dab the product directly on the affected area or follow the specific instructions for the product.

Blemish + Age Defense
SKINCEUTICALS
High potency dual action treatment to improve the appearance of blemishes and signs of ageing. Use this product as a spot treatment or twice a week as an at-home peel.

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Lotion AHA-BHA 8-2
PRO-DERM
An exfoliating and mattifying night lotion enriched with essential oils. This exfoliant contains Glycolic Acid, an AHA from a natural source which improves the skin's texture. For normal skin or oily skin prone to light acne, blackheads, dilated pores or ingrown hairs.

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NIGHTTIME TREATMENTS

When we sleep is when our skin does its repair work. This is a perfect time to use any special treatment that a doctor may have recommended, for example a topical retinol product, or for spot treatments. It is not uncommon for retinol to cause redness so we often recommend starting with retinol only once a day and every second day until your skin builds up a tolerance.

Intensive Clarity Treatment: 0.5% Pure Retinol Night
PCA SKIN
Specifically formulated for acne, this advanced nighttime retinol treatment features a delivery system often used in pharmaceuticals, yet entirely new to skincare. The patented 10-hour time-release OmniSome delivery system stabilizes and carries a unique blend of ingredients deeper into the skin for superior results. This innovative formula reduces acne breakouts for a dramatically clearer complexion.

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Acne Treatment Nighttime
(MALIN+GOETZ)
The Acne Treatment synthesizes salicylic acid with 10% active sulfur to effectively dry and medicate acne pimples. Balanced with organic camphor to help fight impurities, this formula incorporates zinc oxide to help prevent signs of scarring.

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Advanced Skin Brightening Formula
GliSODin
The Advanced Skin Brightening Formula promotes a bright, clear complexion, minimizing the damaging effects of sun exposure. It contains ingredients to increase the concentration of antioxidants, it assists with evening out the skin tone, and provides nutrients to the dermis. The Advanced Skin Brightening Formula contains ingredients that reduces oxidative stress and inhibits the enzymatic process that leads to brown spots. In addition to these exceptional skin health benefits, the formula assists in the regulation of sebum production (the skin’s natural moisturizer), which in turn helps to minimize blemishes. With daily use of this nutricosmetic, a brighter, clearer, and firmer complexion can be realized.

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MASKING

If you’ve noticed a pimple rearing its ugly head, there’s no need to panic. Instead, try adding a face mask to your acne-fighting skin care routine, which can help treat your breakouts in two ways: First, they may offer a direct therapeutic effect using ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide to treat the acne directly. Second, they can help complement your acne treatments by hydrating and calming the skin that may be irritated by other acne treatments.

Copaiba Deep Cleanse AHA Mask
PAI SKINCARE
Copaiba helps to draw out impurities, soothing the appearance of breakouts and blemishes. 100% natural and super-gentle Alpha Hydorxy Acids (AHAs) brighten skin tone and smooth skin texture by removing dead cells.

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Detoxifying Mask
PCA SKIN
This at-home charcoal mask minimizes the appearance of pores while absorbing excess dirt, oil and debris trapped deep in the pores. Blending Japanese white charcoal with clay and the naturally-occurring mineral magnesium aluminum silicate, absorb excess dirt, oil and debris trapped in the pores. The result is smooth, clear skin and pores that look smaller.

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