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Acne Be Gone: Proven Treatments for Clear Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

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. Mild acne can often be treated with over-the-counter products, while severe acne may require prescription medication.

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Tried and True: Top 5 Ways to Prevent Acne

Aesthetics Exposed

Control Oil Production Excess sebum can lead to open or closed comedones, papules and pustules, and in severe cases nodules and cysts. Hormones, particularly testosterone, are the source of excess sebum production. Some people have medical conditions that can alter hormones and certain medications can cause an imbalance as well.

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20+ Years in the Skincare Industry: Advice From an Esthetician

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Each trend presents an opportunity to tailor your regimen, but the core tenets — cleanse, treat, moisturize, and protect — stand as pillars of perennial wisdom. Hydrate to Rejuvenate: The Power of Moisture The next vital step in a skincare routine is hydration. The benefits of moisturizing extend beyond just having plump, supple skin.

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Retinol vs. Tretinoin: Which One is Right for Your Skin?

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Tretinoin (AKA retinoic acid), on the other hand, is a prescription-only medication that is synthesized from Vitamin A. It is also an effective acne treatment, as it helps reduce sebum production and clears out clogged pores. It is an antioxidant that helps to reduce wrinkles and improve the tone and texture of the skin.

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Dry skin – a Dermatologist’s tips by Dr Dray

First Derm

Dry skin – a Dermatologist’s tips by Dr Dray Dry skin Dry skin feels dry to the touch because of a lack of moisturer in the outer cell layer ( stratum corneum ). This moisture loss is often due to decreased production of natural moisturizing factors (NMFs) and lipids like ceramides, which help retain skin moisture.

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What Causes Acne?

Eminence Organics

As International Trainer Brian Goodwin explains, acne is an inflammatory skin disease that’s caused by things like excess production of sebum, dead skin cells or harmful microbes colonizing the skin. Sebaceous glands release sebum, a waxy, oily secretion that helps to lubricate and soften the skin’s surface. What Causes Acne?

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Which Lotions Are Best For Dry Itchy Skin?

Eminence Organics

A vacation to the arid desert can suddenly rob the skin of moisture, as can hot sun (and sunburns) or other abrupt changes in air temperature and moisture levels. Certain foods and medications, pet dander and fabrics could send your skin into the red zone. Any seasonal change can disrupt the epidermis and lead to inflammation.