Renee Rouleau

DECEMBER 18, 2023

When the moisture barrier becomes damaged (such as from over-exfoliation, retinol, and the use of harsh products), small, invisible cracks appear. Through these cracks, moisture can easily escape and irritants can easily enter. When intact, it’s responsible for keeping skin feeling soft and smooth.

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The Organic Esthetician

APRIL 2, 2020

Make sure you’ve learned How To Give Yourself A Spa Worthy Cleanse At Home and How To Exfoliate Like A Pro. Used after exfoliation and extractions during a facial, masks soothe calm and moisturize, supporting the lipid barrier. Masks can target specific concerns in the skin, from promoting anti-aging to clearing up breakouts.

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Eminence Organics

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Allowing Sebum Oil To Reach The Surface Sebum is the waxy, oily secretion produced by tiny sebaceous glands under your skin. Sebum is crucial for keeping the skin hydrated and protected from bacteria and fungi. Sebum is crucial for keeping the skin hydrated and protected from bacteria and fungi.

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Eminence Organics

APRIL 18, 2024

Skipping immediate exfoliation: Most likely, a facial incorporates some level of exfoliation that is deeper than exfoliating at home. In order to keep the skin healthy, clients shouldn't exfoliate at home two full days before and after a facial. We suggest using the Mangosteen Lactic Pro Peel 10% at the spa.

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Eminence Organics

JUNE 18, 2024

Like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid , sulfur targets oil and dead skin cells by drying out the skin's surface and absorbing excess sebum, effectively preventing clogged pores. Additionally, sulfur's exfoliating properties that remove dead skin cells reduce the likelihood of pore blockages. Are There Potential Side Effects?

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Eminence Organics

MARCH 12, 2024

Any redness you see post-use isn't the sign of squeaky clean skin; it's actually irritation from stripping essential oils away and disrupting the skin's protective barrier. Instead of a pore strip, opt for a chemical or finely powdered physical exfoliant. Instead, incorporate a peel into your weekly routine.

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Eminence Organics

OCTOBER 15, 2024

It is characterized by an insufficient supply of sebum, which lubricates the skin, and lipids, which maintain the skin's moisture barrier. Without lipids or sebum, however, dry skin can’t stay lubricated, and the skin barrier becomes compromised. Day Skin Care Routine: Coconut Sugar Scrub Exfoliate dry skin with Coconut Sugar Scrub.

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Eminence Organics

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This happens when the skin's sebaceous glands produce too much oil, or sebum, giving the skin a greasy look. These sticky strips can irritate your skin and lead to inflammation, especially if you have sensitive or rosacea-prone skin. Lemon Lemon is another ingredient that can irritate your skin because of its acidity.

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Eminence Organics

OCTOBER 9, 2024

When sebum builds inside pores, they must expand to account for the excess oil, giving them an enlarged appearance. During summer, heat and humidity cause sebum production to increase, causing the T-zone to feel extra oily and your dry spots to feel more “ normal.” They will remove the shine and soak up any excess sebum.

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Eminence Organics

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Balancing The Skin Through Oil Regulation By effectively eliminating debris and excess sebum (the culprits behind clogged pores), charcoal aids in creating a smoother and more refined-looking skin texture. Regular exfoliation helps remove dead skin cells, making the skin appear more radiant and refreshed.

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Eminence Organics

APRIL 26, 2024

As a result, irritants like bacteria and pollution can penetrate its outermost layer, worsening symptoms like redness, itchiness and irritation. This can inhibit your skin’s sebum production, contributing to a complexion that is dry and lackluster in appearance. Dull Skin Does your skin have an overall dull and tired appearance?

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Eminence Organics

MARCH 14, 2024

Cleansing, toning, exfoliating, masks, moisturizers and serums are a few things you can expect from a basic facial. Exfoliating: The esthetician applies an exfoliating treatment to remove the buildup of dead skin cells. Typically, this treatment will be of a higher concentration than the exfoliants you use at home.

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The Organic Esthetician

APRIL 22, 2020

You’ve learned how to properly cleanse your skin , gave yourself some deep exfoliation , applied a mask or two, and added in some anti-aging devices. When active ingredients, meant to dive deep into the skin, are stuck on the surface, they cause irritation. You’ve made it to the end of your Spa Worthy At-Home Facial. Congratulations!

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American Esthetician Organization

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

One of the main causes is a decrease in sebum production, which leads to a lack of natural moisturization. Sebum is an oily substance produced by the sebaceous glands in the skin, and it helps to keep the skin hydrated and protected. When there is a decrease in sebum production, the skin becomes more prone to dryness and dehydration.

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Eminence Organics

JANUARY 25, 2024

Some of these issues are environmental — like seasonal changes (especially in winter), bug bites or irritants like poison ivy — while others are allergic reactions to things like foods or animals. Without lipids or sebum, dry skin cannot stay lubricated, leading to the skin barrier becoming compromised.

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Eminence Organics

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Men, on average, produce more sebum in their skin because of testosterone. Excess sebum production makes men more prone to oily, shiny skin, large pores and acne. Razors bring a whole set of skin problems women typically don’t have to face, like irritation from razor burn, inflammation, and sometimes, infection. Another factor?

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Eminence Organics

MAY 7, 2024

It helps clear your pores of bacteria that may be causing irritation or breakouts by reducing inflammation so acne becomes less visible, less red and less irritated. As mentioned above, it’s also a mild exfoliant, which means it can unclog and refine pores. Salicylic acid softens a protein in your skin called keratin.

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American Esthetician Organization

AUGUST 26, 2023

The constant friction between our skin and the gaming headset or headphones can also irritate the skin, leading to redness and discomfort. Elevated levels of cortisol can disrupt the balance of our skin’s sebum production, leading to oily skin and increased acne breakouts.

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Lydia Sarfati

APRIL 25, 2024

Codium fragile is found in the Repêchage Hydra Dew Pure Moisturizing Lift Facial and the Hydra Dew Pure Collection for Dry, Compromised Skin , and in Repêchage Rapidex® Marine Exfoliator with Phyto-Marine Actives. The hormonal changes brought on by menopause decreases sebum production, depriving the skin its natural lubricant.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

OCTOBER 31, 2023

They have proven to give similar results as the smaller molecules with less irritation in a clinical study. Allows the overall percentage of acid to be higher and still very tolerable for maximum effect and minimum irritation.” Researchers found that both ingredients had anti-aging benefits, but that PHAs were less irritating.

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California Skincare Supply

JUNE 17, 2021

Clear Choice Professional Peels 25% Mandelic Acid Peel - Mandelic Acid induces less redness, flaking and skin irritation, and is best for Fitzpatrick types III-VI. Acne Peel - With 35% Salicylic Acid, this peel prevents sebum blockage, eases extractions, and prevents pseudofolliculitis. Recommended for all skin types.

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Eminence Organics

MARCH 5, 2024

From calming irritated skin to tightening the look of pores, this cool “new” beauty craze seems to be the next big wellness trend. Helps Reduce Inflammation Ice can help calm skin that’s red, irritated, sensitive or itchy from skin conditions like rosacea, sunburn, bug bites and allergies.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Learn More TEWL deactivates enzymes that are important to the skin’s natural exfoliation process, a process that is critical to clear skin – as we know acneic skin is genetically prone to shed cells five times faster than that of non-acneic skin. Buttery is a texture we LOVE, but also one that is typically pore-clogging.

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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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Eminence Organics

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Skin Irritation And Rashes Because of a weakened immune system, the skin barrier is compromised when you’re experiencing a stressful situation or going through chronic stress. As the body's outermost layer, the skin barrier is vital to protecting you against environmental irritants and free radicals.

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American Esthetician Organization

AUGUST 25, 2023

Let’s not forget pre-flight skincare guidelines too; exfoliation becomes a necessity before jet-setting while hydrating masks help counteract sebum production ensuring your face doesn’t turn into an oil slick mid-air. Double-cleansing can be handy in removing all dirt particles and excessive sebum that accumulate over time.

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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. Itching or irritation: Some individuals with buttne may experience itching or irritation in the affected area.

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Lipgloss and Aftershave

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Now you can incorporate BiON’s Mandelic Acid Exfoliator 30% into your skincare treatment room and treat hyperpigmentation on virtually every skin type and Fitzpatrick. Including mandelic acid in acne treatment has been shown to reduce sebum production, dead skin cell buildup, inflammation, and bacteria.

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Eminence Organics

APRIL 2, 2024

Natalie adds: “When acne affects the body, it’s also good to note that the rubbing of clothing and sports equipment can add to irritation due to the extra heat and sweat.” Better yet, if you like manual exfoliation, ditch the loofah altogether and use one of our body scrubs. Yet, not all moisturizers are made equal.

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First Derm

JANUARY 5, 2024

Milia (Milk Spots) Milia (milk spots), characterized by small white and tan bumps, prominently near the right side of the nose, surrounded by reddened and irritated skin. To prevent and treat clogged pores, it’s important to maintain a good skincare routine, including regular cleansing and exfoliation.

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Eminence Organics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Kombucha is also a natural exfoliant and antioxidant. It is made by boiling pineapple rinds, which extracts an enzyme called bromelain that is very helpful for digestion, but also has exfoliating properties for the skin — which makes pineapple tea a rising beauty star on TikTok. This is great if you are prone to acne or rosacea.

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Eminence Organics

OCTOBER 12, 2023

New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dr. Charlotte Birnbaum explains: “Oil, dirt, pollutants and makeup when left on the skin [overnight] can lead to breakouts, irritation, styes and even accelerated aging of the skin." Make sure you're treating the delicate area gently to avoid causing irritation to the skin.

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Alison Bladh

MARCH 20, 2024

This is partly because the skin's natural oil glands become less active, reducing the amount of sebum (skin's natural oil) produced. Gentle Exfoliation: Particularly beneficial for ageing skin, helping remove dead cells without irritation and keeping hands soft.

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US Dermatologt Partners

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

They’re microscopic tubes that allow sebum, the body’s naturally produced oil, to run from the sebaceous glands where sebum is produced to the surface of the skin. Up close, sebaceous filaments may look a bit like a blackhead, especially if pores are enlarged or the sebaceous glands are over-producing sebum oils.

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Eminence Organics

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Kombucha is also a natural exfoliant and antioxidant. It is made by boiling pineapple rinds, which extracts an enzyme called bromelain that is very helpful for digestion, but also has exfoliating properties for the skin — which makes pineapple tea a rising beauty star on TikTok. This is great if you are prone to acne or rosacea.

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Eminence Organics

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Skin Irritation And Rashes Because of a weakened immune system, the skin barrier is compromised when you’re experiencing a stressful situation or going through chronic stress. As the body's outermost layer, the skin barrier is vital to protecting you against environmental irritants and free radicals.

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Eminence Organics

JULY 25, 2023

Continuing the p rocess that started in your thirties , the skin produces less sebum, the oily waxy substance that moisturizes and protects those top layers on your face. You can find the Natural Retinol Alternative in our Monoi Age Corrective Exfoliating Cleanser , Neroli Age Corrective Hydrating Mist and the Bamboo Firming Fluid.

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