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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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Algae in Skincare: Your Key to Tackling Dehydration and Fine Lines

Renee Rouleau

Some biotech companies have even taken a high-tech approach, training algae to produce specific valuable compounds by exposing them to different light frequencies, resulting in customized extracts. One company even trained algae to produce triglycerides, or algae oil– something impossible to create outside of the lab!

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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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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 Ingredients That Will Actually Repair Your Skin Barrier

Renee Rouleau

Use products containing usnic acid (usnea) Usnic acid is a natural extract from lichens that is a gentle solution for barrier repair. Usnic acid can be found in products in the form of sodium usnate or Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract. It balances skin’s microbiome, leaving it feeling soothed.

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Quarantine Self Care: How To Give Yourself A Facial At Home

The Organic Esthetician

I had work travel last week, doing a training and event at Canyon Ranch Tucson, and a planned visit with my parents in Phoenix for my mom's birthday. Each step: Therapeutic Triple Cleanse, Exfoliation & Extractions, Treatment Mask, Modalities and Finish, will be its own dedicated post. So I’m breaking it up.

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This Week’s Hottest Drops, Launches, and Collabs

The Dermatology Digest

. “Sunscreen has always been an essential part of my daily skincare routine, and choosing a trusted sunscreen that stays on strong, like Coppertone Sport, is so important to me – whether I’m spending long hours training or just going to the beach with my sisters.”