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Acne Extractions: How to Get Rid of Pimples Safely with a Dermatologist

US Dermatologt Partners

In contrast, acne extractions performed by a dermatologist offer a safe effective way to address acne breakouts. In this blog, Dr. Desai explores how to get rid of pimples safely through professional acne extractions, the risks of DIY extractions, and why its important to develop a personalized skincare routine with your dermatologist.

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Breaking the Stigma—How Witch Hazel Can Benefit Oily or Stressed Skin

Renee Rouleau

Thanks to more advanced extraction techniques, you can reap the therapeutic benefits of witch hazel without the drawbacks. Witch hazel, or Hamamelis Virginianal, is a tree extract commonly used in cosmetics. Extraction is typically done by blasting parts of the tree (such as the leaves, bark, and roots) with carbon dioxide.

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5 Red Flags During a Facial, Plus What to Do If Your Treatment Goes Wrong

Renee Rouleau

It’s also good to let your esthetician know if you’re getting a facial with a certain event in mind—if you’re attending a wedding in two days, you won’t want to get extractions or a crazy strong peel since these can both result in light flaking for a few days. The biggest culprit is usually extractions.

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Exploring Popular Skincare Ingredients for Beginners

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA) BHA, or salicylic acid, is a gentle exfoliant that helps improve skin texture and unclog pores. Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) This multitasker helps rebalance the skin, working to minimize the appearance of pores, even out skin tone, and strengthen the skin barrier. Always follow with moisturizer and sunscreen.

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My Favorite Conductivity Gels + DIY Conductivity Gel Recipe

The Organic Esthetician

Synthetic Colorants : While often linked to cancer, synthetic dyes are known to cause skin irritation and clog pores. Triethanolamine : In short exposure, it is known to be irritating and over a long period of time becomes toxic to humans. Aside from the DIY recipe, I’m about to show you, this is the most cost-effective option to use.

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Treatment Masks - The Treat That's Not Just For Professional Treatments

The Organic Esthetician

Used after exfoliation and extractions during a facial, masks soothe calm and moisturize, supporting the lipid barrier. Josh Rosebrook’s rich and nourishing Advanced Hydration Mask offers a blend of plant oils and butters loaded with moisturizing factors, in addition to nutrient-dense herbs and plant extracts. Expect tingling and heat.

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Speed Review: DHC Pore Cleansing Oil

Skin Deep Beauty

It'll come as no surprise to long-time followers of Skin Deep that the subject of today's review is DHC's Pore Cleansing Oil. As such, whilst I don't have any major concerns about pores, I was excited to see what the brand's other cleansing oil offering was like. DHC describe Pore Cleansing Oil as, "Oily skin has met its match.

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