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Causes Of Adult Acne & How To Treat Adult Acne.
We all hate it
but we have to deal with it. How? Let’s get to the root of the
problem first.
Acne is simply an inflammatory disease of the skin caused by blockage of the follicles due to increased oil secretion. Although it most commonly affects teenagers, acne can occur at any age as congested pores, whiteheads, blackheads, pimples and cysts. Some of the common causes of acne include genetics (sorry!), hormonal changes primarily the menstrual cycle and puberty, stress, accumulation of dead skin cells, bacteria in the pores to which the body becomes allergic, steroid use, and certain medications.
People, especially teens, have been warned to steer clear of grease and junk food. While they are certainly not recommended as part of a healthy diet, they have not been proven to cause or worsen acne. According to Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa’s senior esthetician, Dannielli Marcelino, “Contrary to previous beliefs, cheese and pizza have nothing to do with developing or aggravating acne. I do, however, believe that a good diet that includes fresh fruits and vegetables can certainly improve the skin’s health.” Soy-based and omega fatty acids products are also effective in maintaining a healthy glowing skin.
Washing your face constantly won’t necessarily prevent acne. “People who have oily skin tend to over wash their skin thinking that the dirt that sticks to the oils secreted is the main cause of breakouts,” Dannielli says. “The important thing to remember if you have oily skin is to use the right products and NOT over wash your skin with the wrong products,” Dannielli adds.
Some of the products that Dannielli highly recommends are Jan Marini Bioglycolic Facial Cleanser or Jan Marini Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% Wash, followed by Jan Marini Bioclear Cream or Jan Marini Bioglycolic Bioclear Lotion, which is highly effective for adult acne; as well as products containing zinc, sulfur and camphor to draw out impurities and keep oil glands at bay.
Exfoliation should also be a regular part of facial cleansing. Dannielli says that using exfoliants with salicylic acid two to three times a week can help prevent acne or heal them. “Exfoliation gets rid of dead skin cells which traps oil and dirt causing blackheads, which then becomes an ugly zit,” says Dannielli. Products such as Jan Marini’s Bioglycolic Cream or Rhonda Alisson's Blemish Complex Cream can help get rid of their nasty blackheads and zits.
“Also, those gadgets that claim to zap zits like the Zeno, actually work!” Dannielli excitedly reports. The heat kills the bacteria and supposedly improves blood circulation to the affected area so it heals faster. Clinical trials show 90% of pimples treated with Zeno disappeared or were significantly reduced within 24 hours. “But I have to say that it is not the cure-all. Those gadgets are effective solutions for the run-of-the-mill pimples and NOT deep cystic acne and blackheads,” says Dannielli.
Of course, Dannielli highly recommends regular visits to your esthetician. “A professional can analyze your skin and use the proper products to correct your skin’s imperfections,” says Dannielli. “And no matter how much you have the urge, DO NOT squeeze your pimples,” warns Dannielli. A well-trained esthetician can perform extractions the right way. “A professional can do extractions that won’t develop scars and open wounds that can be breedin ground for more bacteria,” she adds.
Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa recommends their Acne Facial with Oxygen Treatment or the Deep Pore Cleansing Facial service, which specifically uses products that are more gentle and more suitable for a teenager’s changing skin.
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Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa has been one of the premier day spa and wellness centers in the Valley since opening its doors in 1988. Suddenly Slimmer Spa has been completely remodeled & is a luxurious full service spa and wellness center. The spa is over 9,000 sq ft of pure pampering and relaxation. Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa offers the latest anti-aging, wellness and spa services and incorporates Oriental medicine, Ayurveda therapies and homeopathy in their spa treatments. Their spa treatment experts are trained in European, Eastern and Western aesthetics. Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa is proud to be one of the first day spas in the valley to offer wellness treatment such as acupuncture, meditation relaxation techniques, body balance therapy, and Chinese medicine. At Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa the goal is to bring harmony and beauty between the mind, the body and the spirit. When the mind, body and spirit are in true balance and harmony then relaxation, beauty and peace is possible.
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