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Acne Acne is a chronic inflammatory skin condition that causes spots and pimples; mostly seen on face, shoulders, back, neck, chest and upper arms. Different degrees or stages are: blackheads, whiteheads, cysts or nodules. Acne is one of the most common skin conditions and mostly occurs during puberty, when the sebaceous glands activate, but it can occur at any age. The sebaceous glands produce oil and are stimulated by male hormones produced by the adrenal glands in both male and female and as much as 85% of people experience acne between the ages of 11 and 30 years.
Moisturising: Latest research shows that the more you hydrate, the less the skin will produce excess oil e.g. the Medica8 Beta moisturiser for all stages of acne. Deep cleanses in salon: Removes congestion safely and in sterile conditions. Salon treatment varies depending on the severity of the acne. Mild acne is usually treated with Salicylic acid, which breaks down the black- and whiteheads and reduces inflammation and swelling. Retin-A helps unclog pores through cell turnover, and the Retin-A ladder must be followed to avoid skin irritations, redness or burning.
The hormone Androgen levels rises and emotional stress and menstruation in women plays a big part in breakouts.
Home and salon care
Acne pimples vary in size, colour and level of pain:
Always wash your face twice daily with a cleanser, especially made to treat acne e.g. Medica8 Beta cleanse. Don’t scrub your skin as it can burst the pimples and spread the infection.
Whiteheads: These remain under the skin and are small Blackheads: Clearly visible, they are black and appear on the surface of the skin Papules: Small, usually pink bumps and visible on the skin Pustules: Clearly visible, they are red at the base and pus on the top Nodules: Clearly visible, they are large, solid, painful and embedded deep in the skin Cysts: Clearly visible, can be very painful and are filled with pus. Cysts can cause bad scarring
Helpful hints
Avoid popping your pimples yourself as this can cause scarring. Refrain from touching your skin too much, as your hands aren’t always as clean as you think. Sun Care: Is very important, especially when using Retin-A, as this makes the skin more sun sensitive. Use Coola organic B.B. cream to add colour and SPF without irritation. Amelia | Beauty Aspects (see advert page 42)
Diet: Increase your consumption of Vitamin A & E, Zinc.
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