Adult Acne: Banishing Blemishes at Any Age
Whether you’re 14 or 40, acne doesn’t seem to discriminate when it comes to age. And, while we would love to think that acne would be a thing of the past– like our high school hairstyles and fashion choices – sadly, many women in their 20’s, 30’s and even 40’s are still dealing with breakouts.
According to Doris Day, a clinical associate professor of dermatology at NYC Langone Medical Center, acne occurs frequently after the teenage years and at significantly higher rates in women compared with men. In fact, Day points out that, “as many as 50 percent of women will suffer from acne at some point in their adult lives,” with more than half of women in their 20s and 35 percent of women in their 30s experiencing some form of acne.
Unfortunately, the number of woman who will experience acne at some point during adulthood is rising. Studies show that it may be due to a combination of stress, dietary factors and changing hormones. While it may be unclear as to the exact underlying cause of adult acne, one this is for certain. It can be effectively treated with products and skincare services designed to treat your specific skin and acne type. Here’s how…
Chemical peels are not only highly effective in reducing the appearance of acne scars, but they have also been proven to help reduce the appearance of oily, blemish-prone skin, decrease excess sebum, improve complexion brightness, clarity, texture and skin even tone. Here’s how…
Peel to Perfection: Treating Mild Acne
One effective peel that is tough on acne but gentle enough on your skin and requires little to no downtime is Glytone’s Glycolic Acid 30 Peel. Glycolic acid is a part of the alpha hydroxyl family, a group of natural ingredients. Glycolic acid is actually a fruit acid derived from sugar cane that helps remove the rough, dry surface skin, exposing the new layer underneath. This smoother layer diminishes scars caused by acne.
It’s no secret that salicylic acid is often the foundation of many products and treatments to fight acne, and there’s a reason for that. It’s effectiveness. Salicylic acid breaks the bonds that hold the skin’s cells together, causing them to shed away or peel. As the skin regenerates, it is rejuvenated.Glytone’s Salicylic Acid Peel is particularly effective in treating acne and blackheads. Salicylic acid is a strong comedolytic, which means it helps unclog pores. It also helps decreases the amount of oil on the skin. Regular salicylic acid peels can help improve both inflammatory acne and comedonal acne.
Mandelic acid peels are a type of alpha hydroxy peel, similar to glycolic acid and lactic acid peels. Because mandelic acid molecules are larger than both that of glycolic and lactic acid, mandelic peels are less penetrating and irritating, but still very effective for treating damaged skin. Glytone’s Mandelic Acid peel is a great choice for a first-time chemical peel and their antibacterial qualities also make well-suited for people with acne-prone skin. Because it is one of the gentler chemical peels out there, it is safe to use for people with Rosacea or darker skin tones.
Heavier Hitters: Tackling Tougher Acne
Packing a heavier punch when it comes to treating stubborn acne, the Jessner peel is considered a medium peel, which means it removes skin cells from the top layer of your skin, the epidermis, and the upper portion of the middle layer, the dermis. Using a mix of lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol in a 95 percent ethanol solution, the Jessner peel effectively improves skin’s radiance and reduces the appearance of acne scars.
Another worthy contender in the fight against acne is Glytone’sPyruvic Acid peel, designed to treat more moderate acne. Using a 50% pyruvic acid solution, this peel reduces the appearance of acne blemishes and pore size to reveal healthier skin. Glytone’s Pyruvic Acid 50 specifically treats stubborn acne-prone skin to improve skin’s tone, texture and smoothness.
The Maximum Effect: Getting the Most Out of Your Treatments
Adopting a daily, at-home skin care routine is essential to getting the most of out your clinical skincare treatments, with products that target your specific type of acne. Unlike many over-the-counter acne products, which can deplete your skin of its natural oils and actually have an adverse effect by increasing oil production, Image’s Clear Cell line of products contain essential antioxidants and nutrients – like green tea – to help soothe and moisturize skin, without causing additional breakouts.
Clear Cell offers a complete line of acne-fighting products, like their salicylic-infused gel cleanser that gently removes excess make-up and oil while gently exfoliating your skin to a paraben-free Clarifying Tonic, infused with antioxidants to leave skin fresh and shine free. For stubborn acne, consider Clear Cell’s Medicated Acne Lotion, which eliminates bacteria on skin’s surface and contains skin brighteners to give your complexion a healthy glow. Masks, like Clear Cell’s Medicated Acne Mask, help draw out impurities and excess oil while leaving skin soothed and refreshed.
No matter your age or skin type, we’ve got the perfect peel and at-home treatment products designed to treat your acne-prone skin to reduce blemishes and pore size, minimize the appearance of acne scars and treat oily skin to reveal healthy, vibrant and glowing skin – for years to come. Contact us today to discuss what treatment options or products are right for you.