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August 09, 2018 ,
Why Commercial Acne Products?
Perhaps, the main advantage of commercial acne products verses natural acne products is their convenience. Instead of experimenting with homemade acne treatments, consumers can rely on commercial formulas. Another advantage to commercial acne treatments is that consumer reviews are readily available online. The following is a brief description of a few of the popular acne care systems available. 

Proactiv+

Proactiv+ is a benzoyl peroxide based acne skin care line. The current Proactiv+ system has been revamped from the the original formula. The 3 step system includes an exfoliating cleanser, pore penetrating lotion, and a skin hydrator. Proactiv+ retails for about $40 for a 30 day supply. Proactiv+ offers automatic shipments on their website.


Neutrogena Complete Acne Therapy System

Neutrogena Complete Acne Therapy System is a benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid based acne skin care line. The 3 step system includes a salicylic acid based cleanser, a benzoyl peroxide based acne control lotion, and an oil free sunscreen. Neutrogena states that it is the number 1 dermatologist recommended acne treatment system. Perhaps, this is because it is the only popular acne treatment system that includes a sunscreen in its system. The Neutrogena system retails for about $25 for a 60 day supply. Visit Neutrogena's website to purchase online or to find a local retailer. 


Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Control Kit

Clean & Clear Advantage Acne control kit is a benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid based acne skin care line. The 3 step system includes a benzoyl peroxide based acne cleaner, a salicylic acid based moisturizer, and a salicylic acid based spot treatment. The Clean & Clear kit retails for about $20 for a 30 day supply. Visit Clean & Clear's website to purchase online or to find a local retailer. 


Natural Commercial Products

Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are the active ingredients in most popular acne skin care products. Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic have been known to cause adverse effects to some users. The following acne treatments active ingredients are natural alternatives to benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid.
Calendula

Calendula also called pot marigold is a plant that is a natural alternative to benzoyl peroxide. Calendula has proven effective against bacteria, pain and inflammation. Kiehl makes a calendula based cleanser and toner. The cleanser and toner duo retails for $50 for a 30 day supply. The duo is available on their website. California Baby makes a great calendula based moisturizer. The moisturizer retails for about $15 on their website. 


Tea Tree

Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of the Australian Melaleuca alternifolia commonly called tea trees. TTO has been shown to have antiseptic and antifungal properties. The Body Shop carries an entire line of TTO based acne treatments. The line consists of products ranging in prices of $9 to $20 dollars. The products are available directly from their website. 

Green Tea

Green Tea comes from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Topical applications of green tea have been shown to reduce sebum production, fight against bacteria, and work as an anti-inflammatory. St. Ives makes green tea based cleansers. The cleansers retail for under $10. Visit St. Ives website to find a local retailer. 




Sunscreen
A good sunscreen provides protection from UVA and UVB rays. Due to the complex nature of sunscreen, it's best to use commercial products. Neutrogena currently have 2 sunscreen formulas specifically designed for acne prone skin. Neutrogena's sunscreens retail for about $11 and are available from their website. 
Dark Spots

 It's important to know the difference between acne spots and acne scars. Scars are permanent demarcations that require treatment in a medical office. Spots often disappear without treatment. Stubborn spots can be treated with products containing hydroquinone and alpha or beta hydroxy acids. These skin lightening agents should only be applied to healed acne spots. Alpha Hydrox Spot Light Targeted Skin Lightener is a popular products for acne spots. Alpha Hydrox products are widely available through online and retail outlets. Most acne dark spots can be corrected with over the counter products. However, stronger strengths can be prescribed by a dermatologist. 
Do you want an individualized skin care regime?

 See the blog post on natural acne treatments. 
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August 08, 2018
General Guidelines

Acne prone skin should be washed twice daily, exfoliated regularly, spot treated as needed and protected from the sun. To prevent scarring, acne lesions should never be squeezed. The following is a gentle natural approach to an effective acne skin care regime.

Cleansing

Calendula

Calendula also called pot marigold is a plant that is a natural alternative to benzoyl peroxide. Calendula has proven effective against bacteria, pain and inflammation.  Calendula tea can be steeped and used as a face wash. Applications: Steep calendula tea for 15-20 minutes.  Be sure to use distilled or filtered water in brewing the tea. Allow tea to cool to a tolerable temperature. Soak a face towel in the calendula tea. Apply to face for 10 minutes. Alternatively, calendula tincture drops can be added to liquid natural soaps such as castile and glycerin. This liquid cleanser can also be used as a body acne cleanser. 

Tea Tree Oil (TTO)

Tea tree oil comes from the leaves of the Australian Melaleuca alternifolia commonly called tea trees. TTO has been shown to have antiseptic and antifungal properties. Tea tree oil used in acne treatments should be labelled 100% Australian. Application: TTO drops can be added to liquid natural soaps such as to castile and glycerin. Start with a few drops then add more drops over time to allow skin to adjust to TTO therapy. This liquid cleanser can also be used as a body acne cleanser. 

Green Tea

Green Tea comes from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Topical applications of green tea has been shown to reduce sebum production, fight against bacteria, and work as an anti-inflammatory. Applications: Steep green tea for 15-20 minutes. Be sure to use distilled or filtered water in brewing the green tea. Allow tea to cool to a tolerable temperature. Soak a face towel in the green tea. Apply to face for 10 minutes. Alternatively, green tea extract drops can be added to liquid natural soaps such as castile and glycerin. This liquid cleanser can also be used as a body acne cleanser. 

Toners & Astringents

Historically, toners and astringents (toners containing alcohol) held three major purposes. First, they were used to rid the skin of residue left behind by facial cleaners. Secondly, they were used to restore the skin’s natural ph balance. Thirdly, they were purported to close pores. Recently, it has been established that toners aren't necessary due to a number of factors. Those factors being facial cleansers do not leave residue as they did traditionally. Today, facial cleaners do not alter the ph balance of the skin significantly. Most importantly, toners do not close pores.

Basically, it’s becoming more and more conventional for toners and astringents to be considered an optional step. If extra skin care is needed, additional steps can be added to the facial cleansing step. For example, applying the cleanser with a face cloth or facial brush can be done when exfoliating the skin is needed. See more about exfoliating below.


 Moisturizing

Sebum production is influenced by the amount of oil on the skin. If the skin is too dry, excess sebum may be produced. Therefore, proper moisturizing of the skin is a key factor in controlling acne. Acne sufferers should use  light oil free or non-comedogenic moisturizers. Non-comedogenic moisturizers do not clog pores. 

Jojoba Oil

Due to its similarity to sebum, jojoba oil is considered one of the best natural non-comedogenic moisturizers. Technically jojoba oil is a wax that is extracted from the Simmondsia chinensis commonly known as the jojoba tree.  Application: A few drops of jojoba oil can be applied as a light moisturizer. 

 Sunscreen

A good sunscreen provides protection from UVA and UVB rays. Due to the complex nature of sunscreen, it's best to use commercial products. See the post regarding "Commercial Products".

 Scheduled Maintenance

 A good skin care regime may also include deep exfoliating, steaming, masks, and a host of other treatments. These treatments are based on individual preferences and needs. However, gentle exfoliating is necessary to maintain and achieve a healthy complexion.  


Physical Exfoliation

Exfoliating refers to the removal of dead skin cells. Exfoliation can be achieved by physical or chemical methods. Acne sufferers should use gentle forms of exfoliation. Application: Cleansing the skin with a wash cloth or a soft facial brush are gentle physical methods of exfoliation. Apply cleanser directly on the wash cloth or a soft face brush. Gently scrub the face with circular movements. Never exfoliate skin that has any unhealed inflammatory acne lesions such as papules, pustules, nodules or cysts. Doing so will further irritate the skin.

Chemical Exfoliation: White Willow Bark

Chemically, white willow bark can be used as a gentle exfoliator. The white willow bark tree is native to Asia and Europe. White willow bark contains smaller amounts of salicylic acid than commercial products. Application: Add a few drops of white willow bark extract into facial cleansers for daily gentle exfoliation. Start with a few drops of extract and add more drops to allow the skin to adjust to this method of exfoliation. 

 Spot Treatments 

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August 02, 2018 ,
How is Adult Acne is Formed?
What is Acne?" post. Adult acne is becoming more and more common.

Hormonal Disharmony

Acne can essentially be considered a hormonal disorder. Hormones play different roles during the life cycle. Therefore, adults can experience adverse reactions to hormones just as when they were teenagers.

Males

Males do not experience drastic hormonal fluctuations after puberty. Therefore, acne in adult males is usually derived from outside influences on hormone levels. Some outside influences could include diet, medications, or physical ailments. 

 Females

Adult acne is more common in females than males. Females experience more hormonal fluctuations.Therefore, adverse reactions to these fluctuations are common.  Females are likely to have acne lesions due to pregnancies, menstrual cycles, peri-menopause and menopause. Females are also likely to have acne breakouts after beginning or discontinuing birth control pills. 

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July 18, 2018
Puberty

What is Acne?" post. 

Males

Although acne occurs at the same rate in males and females, males have more severe cases of acne. This could be because males have more male hormones. Also, males have larger pores and more sebaceous glands than females. Unlike females, males cannot wear makeup to cover up their acne breakouts. Teen males are more susceptible to depression as a result of severe acne.  Depression is a serious medical condition that should not be ignored. Visit iFred.org if you are you know someone who are showing signs of depression.

Females

Females enter puberty before males. Therefore, females often experience acne breakouts earlier in their lives than males. Females can have acne breakouts anytime. However, the worst breakouts may occur around the time of menstruation. This is due to testosterone being at higher levels than estrogen and progesterone.  

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