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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. Skin Type Your skin type plays a crucial role in determining the right treatment for you.

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

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Myth #1: Oily skin doesn't need moisturizer. All skin types, including oily skin, require moisturization. While it may seem counterintuitive, skipping a moisturizer can actually cause the skin to produce more oil to compensate for the lack of hydration. This is far from the truth!

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

The Organic Esthetician

The cold temperature constricts blood vessels, decreasing redness while firming the skin, in addition to stimulating the arrector pili muscle in the hair follicle, expelling barrier protecting sebum. Good for normal to oily skin, but not ideal for sensitive. Good for all skin types, especially sensitive.

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Introducing: Clear Choice by Dermastart

California Skincare Supply

Lactic Acid is beneficial in treating hyper-pigmentation, acne scarring and fine lines, and dry aging skin. Acne Peel - With 35% Salicylic Acid, this peel prevents sebum blockage, eases extractions, and prevents pseudofolliculitis. Perfect for oily skin, Acne, and Rosacea Types II Shop the Peels Here! Shop Now!

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Ingredients Demystified: Anti-Aging Meets Acne-Safe

Lipgloss and Aftershave

We have officially debunked the myth that acne affects only teens and oily skin types. We see a large number of clients with dry skin, age 35+, still breaking out, and looking for anti-aging solutions. As we age, there is a natural decrease in the production of our skin’s sebum production, leading to drier and drier skin.

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Treating Acne in Fitzpatricks 4, 5, 6 with Korean Skincare 

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Korean skincare gives the benefits needed to succeed at clearing acne and post-inflammatory pigmentation all while maintaining healthy and thriving skin. Celluma Light Therapy Do More with Celluma RESTORE Hair loss impacts both men and women and can be a temporary or permanent health issue.

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All About Galvanic Facials and The Benefits of Cosmetic Electrotherapy

California Skincare Supply

Utilizing targeted products in combination with the chemical reaction created by the electrical current acts to soften keratin, oil plugs, and sebum, thereby making it much easier to extract the follicles. As you can imagine, this approach can be especially helpful for addressing oily skin, acne, blackheads, and comedones.

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