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Acne Be Gone: Proven Treatments for Clear Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Whiteheads and Blackheads: These are non-inflammatory types of acne that appear as small bumps or dark spots on the skin. They can often leave scars if not treated properly. Chemical Peels Chemical peels involve applying a solution to the skin to exfoliate dead skin cells and unclog pores.

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Glycolic Acid vs Salicylic Acid: What You Need to Know

Kim Gallo Esthetics

This process of exfoliation reveals newer, healthier skin cells and gives the skin a more radiant appearance. It has long been used as an acne treatment, as it works by exfoliating the skin and unclogging pores. Slough off layers of dead skin, remove extra oil and cleanse impurities from the pores with Sal-X Exfoliating Cleanser.

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How To Improve The Appearance Of Acne Scars

Eminence Organics

How To Improve The Appearance Of Acne Scars Written By (old): Karen Young Chester Every time a pimple pops up on your face, we know what you’re thinking: This is war. Eliminating these short-lived blemishes often leaves long-lasting acne scars which can be the most disheartening part of clearing away pimples. What Are Acne Scars?

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Types of Chemical Peels: Which Peel Is Right for Me?

West Lake Dermatology

This solution causes the outermost layer of skin to exfoliate and eventually peel off, revealing newer, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin underneath. Benefits : Addresses moderate wrinkles, acne scars, and more pronounced discoloration. Benefits : Treats deep wrinkles, extensive sun damage, and severe scarring.

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Bakuchiol: What Is This Retinol Alternative?

Eminence Organics

It increases skin cell production, helps unclog pores, exfoliates skin and increases collagen production, which can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, giving your complexion a fresher, plump appearance. Yet what sets them apart is what makes bakuchiol the new darling of the skin care world. Sign us up!

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Azelaic Acid 101: My Personal Skin Care Experiment

Eminence Organics

Used in diminishing the look of fine lines and wrinkles , increasing skin thickness, improving the look of scarring and evening out skin tone, they are versatile and effective. Some people use azelaic to treat acne scarring in addition to active outbreaks since it encourages cell turnover and can reduce the appearance of texture on the skin.

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Mandelic Acid 101: My Personal Skin Care Experiment

Eminence Organics

I’ve always liked gentle exfoliation, both chemical and physical, and I’m really embracing mild acids these days. AHAs are chemical exfoliants known to help loosen the top layer of older skin cells and improve the skin’s overall appearance by reducing the visible signs of aging. Next on my list: mandelic acid.