Kim Gallo Esthetics

JANUARY 15, 2024

Acne is primarily caused by sebum - an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands. At times, these glands can produce excess sebum, clogging pores and trapping bacteria and dead skin cells, leading to acne. Diet and Lifestyle Consuming a diet high in processed foods, unhealthy fats, and sugars can trigger acne.

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Kim Gallo Esthetics

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Instead, opt for lightweight and non-comedogenic moisturizers that won't clog pores and can help balance sebum production. Many adults struggle with acne, and it can be caused by a variety of factors such as hormones, stress, diet, and skincare products. It can also help reduce fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

However, when treating clients with dark skin tones there is a layered treatment factor that must be considered – the potential for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. If a client is dealing with hyperpigmentation or Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation they should always be on a tyrosinase inhibitor.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

OCTOBER 24, 2023

excess oil (sebum) production → hair follicles clogged by oil and sticked dead skin cells → bacteria growth → inflammation SilcSkin Silicone Pads Treat Wrinkles Like Doctors Treat Scars SilcSkin Eye pads use the same philosophy to treat wrinkles that doctors use to treat scars after surgery. These glands are connected with hair follicles.

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Associated Skin Care Professionals

AUGUST 2, 2023

Blog Posts Stress has a wide range of clinical impacts on the skin including acne, inflammation, impaired skin barrier, hyperpigmentation, and suppressed immunity and wound healing. Understanding how stress affects the skin is key to knowing what to do—or avoid—to ensure it doesn’t worsen. What is Stress?

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West Lake Dermatology

JUNE 3, 2024

Blackheads and whiteheads: Blackheads result from the oxidation of sebum and dead skin cells in clogged pores, while whiteheads occur when the pore is completely blocked by debris and sebum. Hyperpigmentation refers to the darkening of the skin in areas affected by inflammation or injury.

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US Dermatologt Partners

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Hyperpigmentation – Melasma is one common form of hyperpigmentation, a condition that causes darker spots to develop. Hyperpigmentation can occur as a response to an injury, chronic skin conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, etc., Specifically, scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation are common for people of color.

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