Acne Prone or Blemished Skin
Acne is an infection of the skin, caused by changes in the sebaceous glands. The most common form of acne is called acne vulgaris, which means common acne. Oils from the glands combine with dead skin cells to block hair follicles.

Under the blocked pore, oil builds up. Skin bacteria can then grow very quickly. This infection makes the skin become swollen and red, which becomes visible.

Secrets to a clear complexion

1) Kill the bacteria
2) Ice the skin to reduce the inflammation and help products penetrate
3) Prepare the skin for skin conditioners with a glycolic or tonics
4) Exfoliate the skin. Your goal should be to exfoliate each week
5) Professional care with peels and extractions

We recommend the following routine to prevent or limit the amount of blackheads and pimples:

1) Cleanse the skin daily
2) Exfoliate 3 x a week
3) Mask & Hydrate 2 x a week
4) Peel With glycolic acid to stimulate the exfoliation of cells 1 x a week
5) Always use SPF protection after any exfoliation

A blackhead is a plug of dry, dehydrated sebum that gets stuck in your pores on the way out of your skin due to several reasons:

1) Lack of water in your system
2) Excess dead cells blocking the opening to the pore
3) Excess oil being produced by you
4) Improper cleansing routine, oil not being removed
5) Products / makeup you are using, or not using

See Knowledge Base for other related acne documents.

Products for Clear Complexion

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