Scarring from acne is an extremely unfortunate side effect when you are acne prone.  Not many of us are fans of scars, especially on our faces, but the good news is… scarring from acne can be avoided and or minimized in some cases with these top reasons for acne scarring.

1. If you have inflamed acne & are not treating it properly, your acne will most likely breakdown the pore and cause scarring. This will be indented scarring, like boxcar scars, rolling & pitted scars. It is important to treat inflamed acne with the correct product and safe extractions in order to avoid damage to your pores. The sooner the better I say, and seek out an acne expert.

2. Picking, self extracting, scratching & using your own instruments to extract can cause serious damage to your skin. It is important to deal with extractions in the safest way possible to avoid indented scarring as well as pigmented red & brown scars. Do not pick at your skin and see an acne specialist for the safe & most beneficial extractions.
3. Sun exposure can be a huge cause of scarring from acne. Acne lesions produce extra melanin when exposed to the sun as a protective response. This turns active acne and red spots brown. So, keep your sun exposure to a minimum. See # 4 for more information.

4. Acne scars can form if you do not wear sunscreen. Individuals who suffer with acne should always wear a sunscreen. Sunscreen is used to protect skin from UV damage even during times when the weather is overcast or while driving in a vehicle.  UV damage can cause pigmented scarring, but sunscreen will help! Make sure to lather up before you head out.

5. Over exfoliation is another cause of acne scarring. Over using active ingredients like benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid etc., can burn the skin and cause dark colored scarring on acne. This is not to say don't use these ingredients but rather find a professional that can help you balance the right active ingredients to control your acne while avoid burning  and scarring your skin.

6. Chemical Peels, if done incorrectly, can cause scarring. At home chemical peeling or professional chemical peels which are not formulated for your skin color can produce dark scarring on acne. Again, this is why it's a good idea to work with an acne professional.

Now that you have a better idea on what can cause scarring from acne, you can also identify with the importance of working with a professional to clear your acne while minimizing scars. There are a lot of aspects to clearing acne and working with an acne expert will ensure the safest and most successful clearing process.

If you are in Utah and suffer from acne or scarring from acne, give us a call at the Skintherapy Skincare and Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City to start treating your acne today! We can ensure a safe and effective way to clear your skin and manage scarring.

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Ethnic Acne & Dark Spots
Acne affects people of all races & while acne can be treated on all skin types, acne treatments for darker skin tones need to be carefully monitored and managed.

Why?

Darker skin tones have more “active” melanocytes. Melanocytes are the cells in the dermis that create pigment. Since these cells are more active, they are more likely to form pigment from any action at all, even during their treatments for acne.

Deeper Skin Tones:

People of Middle Eastern, Hispanic, African and Asian decent have skin that can differ significantly when discussing dark spots and red spots left over from acne breakouts.

These marks tend to be more stubborn and last longer in darker skin toned people.

Along with stubborn marks and hyperpigmentation, people of African and Asian decent can produce hyperactive healing, which leads to Keloid Scars ( raised scars.) So when treating acne it is important to take into consideration the healing patterns of these clients to avoid anything that could prompt long lasting scars.

What to do if I have dark skin and acne?

The best advice is to work with a professional, or acne specialist who understands the character difference between skin types and ethnic skin tones.  This will ensure the safest approach and a successful clearing process.

Remember clearing acne is not a one size fits all process.  That is why at Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City, Utah, we use products formulated to provide safe, effective results while working with you on a personalized basis until your skin is clear!

There is no need to worry about the fact that you have ethnic skin and acne. We have treated all skin tones and have the perfect process waiting for you to take advantage of and finally get rid of your acne.

Before and After Acne Treatments on Ethnic Client.

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To learn more about how to treat acne on all skin types, please visit Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Utah.

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How to Get Rid of Acne with An Acne Specialist
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Antibiotic Risks and Side Effects

Antibiotics could be effecting your weight:

Some professionals turn to antibiotics as treatment for acne, but in most cases these antibiotics cause more harm than good. If you’ve read our article on FDA warnings & topical acne treatments, you have already learned a bit about the dangers of using antibiotics as treatment for acne. The greatest risk that comes with using antibiotics is the danger of antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria, but that is not the only thing to worry about.

The Fat Drug, a recent article in the New York Times examines weight gain in relation to the use of antibiotics. According to The Fat Drug,“In 2002 Americans were about an inch taller and 24 pounds heavier than they were in the 1960s, and more than a third are now classified as obese. Of course, diet and lifestyle are prime culprits. But some scientists wonder whether there could be other reasons for this staggering transformation of the American body. Antibiotics might be the X factor — or one of them.”

The Evidence:

Antibiotics have been used to boost growth in poultry and livestock for many years. The Fat Drug explains this is because “decades of agricultural research has shown that antibiotics seem to flip a switch in young animals’ bodies, helping them pack on pounds.” In fact, biochemist have been experimenting successfully with antibiotics and weight gain since 1948.

After weight gain was proven as a result of antibiotics in agriculture, scientists in Guatemala did a study on school children to see if the result would be the same for humans - it was. Researchers also tried this out in a study of Navy recruits & the men who took a dose of antibiotics every morning for seven weeks gained more weight, on average, than the control group.

The Reason:

It all comes back to bacteria. Antibiotics kill important bacteria in all living things. The New York Times discusses the need of the trillions of bacteria that live inside our guts. “These bacteria seem to play a role in all sorts of immune responses, and, crucially, in digesting food, making nutrients and maintaining a healthy weight.” It could be possible that without these bacteria, our bodies have changed in a way that promotes weight gain.

What does this all mean about Acne and Antibiotics?

Antibiotics, due to their harmful side effects and possible weight gain may not be the gold standard much longer when treating acne.  Other options such as a consistent  habit of topical product use, dietary/lifestyle changes along with extractions may just be the wave of the future for acne sufferers  To learn more about how to treat acne without antibiotics visit Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Utah.

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Acne Scar Types
Acne Scar Types

Scarring from acne is a reality that many folks have to face everyday, but just as The Skin Therapy Acne Clinic provides treatment for acne that result in clear & beautiful skin - we can also help with your acne scarring!
Acne is the sort of disorder that can be heartbreaking while it’s active & then leave reminders of that heartbreak once it has been cleared. These reminders come in the form of scars & post-inflammatory hyper-pigmentation or PIH.

PIH is commonly known as dark spots or discoloration in your skin. This condition, while leftover from acne, is not actually considered acne scarring. The great news is that while PIH is not considered to be acne scarring, it is treatable!

Acne scars, by true definition, are the marks on the skin where it is pitted or depressed. There are several types of acne scarring. Let’s explain a few.

Ice Pick: Looks like an ice pick has been pressed into the skin. It is generally small in diameter, but can be shallow or deep.

Boxcar: Looks somewhat like a chicken pox scar with more rounded edges. It can be small or large in diameter and is fairly deep, though not usually as deep as ice pick scars.

Rolling or Atrophic: Looks like a smooth indentation in the skin. These scars can be deep or shallow, but are generally shallower.

Do these look familiar to you? If so, we can help! At Skin Therapy Acne Clinic we use micro needling to help lighten and refine acne scars.  The Dermapen system is our micro needling choice for treatment. Dermapen treatments deliver exceptional results with minimal downtime.

We also treat PIH , red spots, brown spots or discoloration with a personalized acne treatment plan. Please visit the Acne Scarring section of our website to learn more about your scars and our options for acne scarring treatment!

If you are suffering from the left overs of acne in the form of scarring or PIH, Skin Therapy Acne Clinic of Salt Lake can help.

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Easy! You will build a relationship with your acne specialist over your treatments for acne that a doctor simply cannot provide for you!

Hi everyone,

My name is Kelsey & I have been seeing Jil with the Skin Therapy Acne Clinic of Salt Lake City for about 4 months. Right now, I have clear, beautiful skin! Before Jil, I had been suffering from non cystic acne for over 10 years. I had been to multiple dermatologist, tried multiple treatments & had pretty close to zero results.
 

As someone who has been through many different failed acne experiences & now, one successful experience, Id love to be the one to tell you that clear skin is just the first reason you should be seeing an Acne Specialists rather than a doctor or dermatologist. The second and maybe most exciting reason to see a specialist is due to the relationship you build with them!

To tell the truth, I never felt I had an extremely bad experience in the dermatologist office while I was seeing them. My biggest complaints were always that I truly felt there was no hope for clearing my acne (because it never cleared) & I always sat too long in the waiting room before seeing the doctor.

BUT NOW! After going through Jils treatment for acne and finally coming out on the other side with clear skin, I can look back on my time with dermatologists and say Im more than disappointed in my prior experiences, I'm actually down right mad!
Heres why.. 

I learned more about acne after my first meeting with Jil, than I ever had in my entire life!  When I left her studio, I understood what caused my acne, how to treat it & even had an idea of how long it would take to clear my skin. It was extremely obvious to me that she not only knew what she was talking about, but that she was confident in clearing my skin! I had never left an appointment about my skin with that much knowledge, let alone feeling like anyone was any bit confident in their acne treatment plan.

 So, due to her knowledge and confidence, I knew I was onto something good after just one appointment, but I would have never known how truly great seeing an acne specialist was until I continued with my treatment for acne! 

Seeing a specialist means that you are in their studio every other week for extractions and treatment planning. This ensures that there is someone taking every single step in clearing your skin with you!

 
Can you even imagine! Someone is with you to answer your questions, test products, explain certain reactions, track your progress, fix any problems, talk about your day, become your friend anything! Acne specialists are just as passionate about clearing your skin as you are! I had never felt this way about any dermatologist or doctor that I had ever seen. Having such a relationship with patients is just not the way a doctors office works.
 

After just a few weeks, I started looking forward to my appointments with Jil because I knew I would continue to get answers about my acne & it was fun to chat with her in general! Appointments get extremely enjoyable when you start seeing results! Can you imagine sharing that progress with someone, like a cheerleader routing for you from the beginning all the way until the end!

So now that I have clear skin, I think about acne specialists as the answer to acne rather than just another option. Jil, has not only become my acne specialist, but my friend & I very seriously question why acne specialists arent the only option when it comes to fighting broken out skin! If everyone just started with a specialist, they would not only be clear, but would actually enjoy the clearing experience.

 Please, if you are struggling with acne, call the the Skin Therapy Acne Clinic of Salt Lake, Utah.  They can help get your acne under control.

 

Have you exhausted every option trying to control your acne?  Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City can he  Take a look at some of our happy clients then give us a call 801-808-6708

Treatments for Acne

The FDA has a current argument circulating throughout the news that warns the public of severe allergic reactions to topical acne treatmentsAt Skintherapy Acne Clinic we treat acne successfully by creating a personal program using consistent topical treatment, extractions and chemical peels. We have seen nothing but success using this regimen and would like to take a second to deconstruct this topic and talk about exactly what you should and shouldn't be taking away from the statements and arguments presented by the news and the FDA.

Please see this Boston Globe article before reading ahead.

Is there a large chance that you will have a severe & life threatening reaction to topical acne treatments?

According to the recent Health and Wellness article for the Boston Globe, the FDA warned the public that topical acne treatments "containing benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid, have been linked to hypersensitivity reactions such as throat tightness, difficulty breathing, feelings of faintness, and swollen eyes, face, lips, and tongue."

Could it be true that some folks will end up being allergic to these topical products? Yes, and that is simply because allergies exist. People can be allergic to many different things. Isn't it very common to be allergic to certain foods? I know many people who have life threatening allergies to seafood, does this mean that all seafood should be banned or made difficult to get? Allergic reactions to topical acne treatments should not be considered likely, just as food allergies are not considered likely. Yes, you could have a reaction, but in most cases these products are extremely helpful to your skin condition rather than hurtful to your body.

That being said, it is important to let your skin adapt to any new product that you start using. Acne products that contain benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid can be irritating to anyone's skin so it is smart to build up your use slowly. In most cases, a steady build up of product use results in a clear complexion and little to no irritation or reaction.

What are the other options to treat acne & do they have possible side effects as well?

The honest truth about treating Acne is that a steady habit of topical product use is the safest and most productive answer to clearing your skin.

While most acne specialist do not believe in the use of antibiotics, there are many doctors who believe in antibiotic treatment for acne. This is unfortunate because antibiotics pose more of a risk to our health than topical products. Please compare the below statistics:

According to the Center for Disease Control, "Each year in the United States, at least 2 million people become infected with bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics and at least 23,000 people die each year as a direct result of these infections. Many more people die from other conditions that were complicated by an antibiotic-resistant infection."

The above Boston Globe article, states that "the FDA says it has received 131 reports over the past 45 years of severe reactions to topical products that resulted in hospitalizations 44 percent of the time, but haven't been linked to any deaths."
If the FDA is researching any type of acne treatment, they should be more concerned with acne fighting antibiotics, as these pose a much higher risk of serious health problems and frankly, fail to fight acne with any success in the first place.

So, should warning labels actually be considered for these products?

Warning labels would not be hurtful, as long as they are the type of warning that reminds folks to start out slowly with their products and build up their skins tolerance rather than discourage them on topical acne treatments all together. It would be extremely hurtful to cause such a hype around potential allergic reactions that those who suffer from acne are discouraged from getting the most correct and successful acne treatment, which is topical products.

Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City has a safe and successful way to clear your acne.

body acne treatments in salt lake city, utah

Body acne can be as embarrassing and frustrating as having acne on your face.  The summer time can be especially challenging for those who suffer from body acne since swimsuits and tank tops become the norm during the hot summer months.  Fortunately, body acne can be controlled with the right skincare regimen and some dedication. But plan ahead-starting treatment well before you have to put on that bathing suit is my suggestion.

Body acne can be mild, moderate or severe. Knowing the characteristics  of inflamed body acne verses non-inflamed body acne will help in selecting the correct acne treatment and products for your skin.

Characteristics of Inflamed Body Acne:
Redness, hot/warm to the touch, more pimples, pustules and inflamed zits.  Less blackheads. Generally sensitive and reacts easily to products.

Treatment:
Wash with antibacterial cleanser with benzoyl peroxide a.m/p.m- No scrub
Anti-fungal/ exfoliating day serum
Non pore clogging sunscreen
Leave on benzoyl peroxide for night time- 10%

Characteristics of Non Inflamed Body Acne:
Dull and sluggish appearance, blackheads/whiteheads more predominant than inflamed zits.
Tissue congestion, skin is generally not sensitive or reactive to products.

Treatment:
Wash with scrub type cleanser a.m/p.m.
Exfoliating day serum with glycolic acid
Non pore clogging sunscreen
Leave on benzoyl peroxide for night time-10%

When treating body acne being consistent with homecare is very important. In clinic visits are also important while you are trying to clear up your acne. In clinic visits should consist of extracting, disinfecting and exfoliating the surface. This speeds up the process of getting clear and  will lighten old acne scarring from previous breakouts.

Give yourself a good three to four months to get your body acne totally under control. And remember, Acne is a disease that can be controlled but not cured!  So stick with your homecare routine once your clear.
Need help or want  more information on treating Body Acne in Salt Lake City, Utah visit Skintherapy Skincare and Acne Clinic.

Skin care can be just as important as the treatment(s) you use to clear your acne. In fact with the proper in clinic treatments and skin care regimen acne can be controlled successfully without the use of prescriptions.

Here are some guidelines for picking the best acne skin care products;
1) Always use a cleanser in the morning and at night when treating your acne.
2) Oily skin does best with a benzoyl peroxide type cleaner. Dry skin does best with a gentle cleanser.
3) If your acne is comprised of blackheads, whiteheads and your skin has a rough texture.  A scrub cleanser is best. This is non-inflamed acne
4) If your acne is painful, inflamed with pustules  a scrub should be avoided. This is inflamed acne.
5) A product for killing bacteria and light exfoliation can be used during the day.  I would suggest a serum comprised of mandelic acid, salicylic acid ,glycolic acid or Vitamin A proponent  depending on the type of skin you have and whether or not your acne is inflamed or non inflamed.
6) Always use a sunscreen during the day.  This will provide hydration and protect your skin from developing dark spots and pigmentation.  A sunscreen that is just a physical block like titanium dioxide is best for oily skin.  Dry non sensitive skin does better with a physical and chemical block type sunscreen.
7) Night time is the perfect time to use a leave on benzoyl peroxide.  However, make sure that you give your skin enough time to get use to the BPO.  Use for 15 minute increments and increase every three to four nights.  In about two weeks you should be sleeping in the Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO)
8) Always check the ingredients deck of any product you use on your face when treating your acne.  That means cleansers, moisturizers, treatment serums, benzoyl peroxide's and sunscreens to make sure they do not contain pore cloggers.  You cannot just assume they are safe for acne. Many products state they are oil free, non pore clogging or for acne.  No government agency regulates this industry. Therefore lots of words are used as marketing hype.

Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City, Utah offers products and acne treatments unlike what you find at a dermatologist office.  We provide education and skin care acne products that are safe and not pore clogging.

Red, painful, inflamed lesions on the face is this acne or something else??

Staphylococci Bacteria

Staphylococci bacteria can safely live on the skin's surface, and a MedicineNet.com article by Dr. Melissa Conrad Stöppler reports that the bacteria lives in the nose and on the skin of 20 percent to 30 percent of healthy adults. Unless provoked by injury, wound, or some other damage to the skin, the bacteria does not threaten infection or disease. But if the skin is cut open in any place for any reason, the bacteria can get into the wound and cause a staph infection. There are more than 30 types of staphylococci bacteria (each able to cause different illnesses), but the type that causes staph infections is Staphylococcus aureus, or S. aureus.

Identification and Symptoms

Facial staph infections can appear in various forms, but the first signs that there might be a staph infection is if the skin shows something that looks like an open wound or sore that is red, swollen, painful and is draining  pus. Unlike acne, these lesions seem to grow together and become very large, hot to the touch and boil like in appearance. These lesions should never be extracted due to the fact that this bacteria is highly contagious and spreads easily.

Treatment

Facial staph infections must be treated by a Doctor.  The doctor can diagnose the infection by taking a culture or blood sample. Once diagnosed, the staph infection will be treated with an oral antibiotic.

Skintherapy Skincare and Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City can help determine if you are suffering from Acne or one of it's "Imposters" like Staphylococci.

While many people queeze a pimple occasionally, there are more extreme cases in which patients pick at their blemishes compulsively and the picking becomes a terrible habit.  I literally have had patients visit me for acne treatments that don’t have a pimple in existence. Instead, they have scabs that can lead to scarring. These patients can actually turn very mild acne into worse acne and create terrible scarring on their skin just by picking.  So the best advice I give to acne suffers is Don't Pick! 

A great alternative to you picking and popping your own pimples is to find an esthetician who will do extractions and professionally clean out your face.  This is also known in the medical world as Acne Surgery.  A professional knows how to extract zits without causing damage to your skin.  A trained professional like an esthetician also knows how to kill surface bacteria during extractions so that your acne doesn't spread.

So if  you suffer from acne and find yourself always in the mirror popping, picking and digging at your skin make a conscious effort to stop.  Remember you could be doing more damage to your skin by picking.  You most likely are spreading bacteria into other pores and potentially causing scarring that may never go away.

Skintherapy Skincare and Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City can professionally clean out your skin and help you control your acne with the right skincare.  We are also happy to refer acne suffers outside of Utah to a local Acne Specialist in your area.

Talking to your teen about their acne
Acne is a touchy subject to address. It can be very personal, embarrassing and even isolating for some people. Take a teenager who suffers from acne and put in the mix the pressure to fit in, date and attend social activities and you have a disaster waiting to happen.  Yes, more acne from the stress but also a teenager who may be calling out for help!!

Studies have shown that people who suffer from acne are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, social isolation, mood changes and even have a loss of interest in hobbies and activities due to their acne.  Therefore, as a parent, helping your teenager find a way to control their acne will help keep your teens self-esteem intact through these tough years. There are also changes you can make around the home to help your teenager stay clear. As a skin and acne specialist this is what I suggest.
-Replace your peanut butter jar with almond butter.
-Replace the milk jug with almond milk.
-Buy Goat Cheese and clean out the other types of cheese.
-Buy iodide-free vitamins
-Stop giving your teen money for fast food.  Instead fix them a healthy lunch or dinner that is
low in salt and high in healthy proteins and greens.
-Find them an Acne Specialist that will work one on one with them to get their skin clear.

Acne can be controlled without medication or harmful prescriptions so visiting your local dermatologist is NOT the only answer!  Skintherapy Skincare and Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City, Utah can help.  We can also provide referrals for out-of-state clinics who provide the same Acne treatments and solutions.

If you have acne or are acne prone this is a list of the most common mistakes people make when treating their acne. Take a look.  Are u one of them??

- Excessive sun or tanning bed exposure
- Scrubbing with harsh chemicals like bleach
- Picking, picking, picking
- Over exfoliation
- Over drying with products
- Washing with just water
- Washing with bar soaps
- Not washing at all
- Inconsistent product usage
- Using the wrong makeup
Using pore-clogging products
- Expecting to take a pill and get a miracle!

If  you feel like your current regimen and or even your dermatologist isn't getting you clear skin keep reading. Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Utah can help!

Body acne can be embarrassing and painful to endure.  If you have body acne your not alone. About 1/3 for people who struggle with facial acne also have body acne on their chest and back according to Acne.org.

Treat Body Acne

The most common way people seek treatment for their body acne is through a  Dermatologists.  The Dermatologists will usually prescribe two prescription topicals and one oral medication.  The topicals may be something like Retin A or Duac. Orals like Doxycycline, Minocin or Spironalactone. These solutions tend to be very drying, and misused.  Not to mention the health risks and dangerous side effects connected to these drugs. However, there is a more practical, effective way to treat and control body acne as well as facial acne.

Skintherapy Acne Clinic in Salt Lake City, Utah can assist you in getting on an effective home care regimen and introduce personalized treatments that will deep clean your skin, kill bacteria and effectively put you on the road to finally having clear skin. Give us a call!

Adult Acne Treatments

Acne doesn't just plague teenagers, it is also a concern for many adults.  Adult acne is just as prominent in society these days and can be triggered by hormonal fluctuations, stress and poor nutrition.

Adult acne or hormonal acne usually shows up on the lower part of the face like the jawline but can also include the cheeks.  Deep, painful,  zits that stick around for weeks is a regular complaint of adult acne suffers. So if you are struggling with adult acne/ hormonal acne and wondering if there is anything you can do to help treat the acne here are some suggestions.

- Don't pick.  Leave the deep zits and bumps alone.  Picking only makes them worse and can create scar tissue and damage the follicle.
- Get your ice out.  Ice the deep zits immediately once you feel them. 2 minutes twice a day. By doing this you are helping take down the inflammation associated with the zit and you may even  shorten the life of that zit.
- Reduce your stress. Get involved in meditation or yoga. Stress causes hormone fluctuations.
-For women, if you are using birth control check to make sure you are on a high estrogen, low androgen type birth control.  Low estrogen, high androgen birth control methods can irritate acne.
-Cut back on ingesting fast food and protein shakes, vitamins and milk products.  All which contain large amounts of iodides.
- Last but not least, get on a good, non- pore clogging daily skincare regimen. An Acne Specialist can help you control your adult acne once and for all!  For more information about adult acne and hormonal acne in Salt Lake City, Utah read on.....

If you are an acne suffer and believe that doing a chemical peel will fix your acne....  Think again!

Controling Acne with Chemical Peels

Chemical peels can be good exfoliating treatments, when performed by a professional. A chemical peel can aid in the clearing of your acne but it must be used in conjunction with the right home care regimen to successfully clear your acne.

If you suffer from acne and want to start doing chemical peels to help enhance your treatments I suggest following these rules.

1.  Never order a chemical peel on the internet and preform the peel on yourself to save money!  Remember this is your face and you should leave this type of work to a professional. Facial burns and scarring is not worth saving a buck.

2. Find a Licensed Esthetician or skincare professional who has experience and knowledge performing chemical peels for acne. Schedule a consultation with this person.

3. Make sure you communicate with this skincare professional prior to receiving a chemical peel if you are allergic to anything like aspirin. Also they should ask you what home care products you are using.  Like Retin-A or any other acids which may be a contraindication to receiving a peel in your time frame.

4. Lastly, make sure that you understand the downtime you will experience after your chemical peel.  Not all peels have a downtime but some peels can have a two week downtime. Make sure to get a clear and concise "post peel" sheet which tells you how to take care of your face after the peel.  Also, make sure you understand when it is ok to start using your regular home care routine again.

For more information on treating acne with chemical peels in Salt Lake City visit Skintherapy Acne Clinic today.

Common myths about acne

Here are some common myths about Acne:

1. Acne is caused by dirty skin:

Unfortunately this myth causes a lot of overcleaning of the face with soaps and strong detergent cleansers.   Over cleansing will only irritate acne and may actually make it worse.  Cleansing with the right type of product such as a sensitive or a benzoyl peroxide cleanser if you have inflammatory acne (not bar soaps or harsh detergent based cleansers) twice a day is good enough. No need to overdue the cleansing.

2.     Chocolate is bad for my acne.

Nope, try again. Clinical experiments have proven that chocolate does not cause or worsen acne.  So chocolate will NOT put your acne into overdrive. It’s the salt or iodides found in the foods and vitamins you consume. So if your eating large amounts of fast food, dairy products, sushi, kelp…..stop or cut back. The iodides in these foods could exacerbate your acne. Also, check your vitamins for iodides. If need be change to a vitamin free of iodides.

3. I can dry up my acne.

Not true. Drying out your face only makes your skin sensitive, flaky, tight and uncomfortable.  Your face is dry on the surface, but that doesn’t really clean out your pores. Using a combination of acne products that keep the pore clean, kill bacteria and exfoliate without over drying is how you clear up acne.

4. I don’t need to use a sunscreen.

Oh, yes you do! Not only does a sunscreen prevent acne spots from becoming pigmented, it also helps hydrate the face during the day while your using an acne regimen.  Make sure the sunscreen/moisturizer you use is noncomedogenic (non pore-clogging).

Skintherapy clinic in Salt Lake City, UT. can help educate you on the best way to treat your acne. We also dis-spell all the false information and provide the truth about what Acne treatments really work. 

Treating cystic acne without prescriptions

Cystic Acne is the most visible of all the acne types and is also the type of acne that leaves permanent pitted scarring.  Cystic Acne is seen most in adolescent boys, it is characterized by large red pustules and cysts, it is also very painful for the sufferer.

The good news is that this can be the easiest acne to get under control. Because it is on the surface of the skin, it usually responds very quickly to the right anti-inflammatory products. These products must be used in the correct way, however, in order for the regimen to be effective.

The best ingredients to use for cystic pimples is  mandelic acid, salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide (sometimes mixed with sulfur) used correctly.

We at Skintherapy Acne clinic know how to test your skin to make sure you are getting the correct strength of products. We can coach you through the process of getting rid of your cystic acne in the quickest time possible.  For information on treating cystic acne in Salt Lake City click here.

Acne Solutions

When I first started out in 2005 as a Master Esthetican I felt like I needed to be everything for everybody.  What I mean is that I offered pedicures, manicures, body waxing, teeth whitening, and skincare in my business. However, as time went on and as my knowledge grew I recognized that what I really wanted to do was treat acne.  Yes, I had tried to treat acne with numerous product lines during my days working for spas. I had even treated acne  working with doctors. However with all this experience and exposure to different acne products, laser treatments, acids and prescriptions, I never witnessed anyone getting clear skin. What I concluded was that treating acne was super difficult.  One could spend thousands of dollars and trips to the spa, laser clinic or dermatologist and still wind up with acne.  So my independant search began to find a successful solution to control acne. I read books, took classes, and learned specifically about what causes acne.  Then in late 2010  I became an "Acne Expert" or a certified "Acne Specialist" and began incorporating the research and modalities of Dr. James E. Fulton Jr., M.D., Ph.D. into my business.  In the beginning I just took on a couple of "family" acne clients.  Honestly I was still hesitant if  I could get them clear.  Then after three months of incorporating the right products and bi-weekly acne treatments my first client was clear.  No more acne!  I saw this happening consistently with those clients that did my program and followed my advice. So with much excitement and success I added Skintherapy Acne Clinic to my esthetic business in 2011.

Everyday is exciting, especially when I can help that teenager, mom, brother, friend or whomever become clear and control their acne.  I can honestly say that my acne clinic works.  Not just because it's "MY BUSINESS" but because I have helped hundreds of people become clear and stay clear.  Listen I understand peoples' hesitation and doubt --if my acne clinic really works.  The acne sufferers of the world have been sold a bill of goods--try this, do this, buy this.  The internet, department stores, TV etc. are consistently making promises that they just cannot deliver on. There is so much mis-information out in the world about acne and how to get it under control...it makes me frustrated!  To learn more about treating acne in Salt Lake City visit Skintherapy Acne Clinic.

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