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Sun damaged skin can have a leathery texture, show marks of uneven pigmentation and redness, as well as excessive dryness and wrinkles. Ninety percent of sun damaged skin is caused by the sun. However, by following some simple guidelines and implementing effective skin treatments, you can repair sun damaged skin. Some signs of damaged skin […]

Vitamin A derivatives and Alpha/Beta hydroxyl acids hold the most significant data supporting their anti aging properties.  Both topicals can provide therapeutic improvement in facial wrinkles, skin texture, discoloration and rejuvenation. Vitamin A derivatives are prescription strength medications such as Renova (tretinoin ) and over-the-counter derivatives such as retinol. Tretinoin and Retinol increase collagen production, […]

Just as important as using skin care products daily is the quality and type of products your using.  First off, the type of active ingredients, the percentage or concentration of those ingredients, and even the inactive ingredients can make your skin care preparations more or less effective.  So, taking this into consideration let's talk about […]

Here are five easy tips to save your skin from sun damage: Wear a hat. A wide brimmed hat is what I suggest.  Not a baseball cap.  A wide brimmed hat will shade your face and possibly even your neck.  Incorporate gloves if you're working outside or gardening. Apply a sunscreen every morning as a […]

You've dreamed of having clear skin but are still suffering from acne. You may have been a teenager when you got your first pimple and it may very well have followed you into adulthood.  You have probably tried products and programs which promised a cure to your acne but that promise never happened. You may […]

Isotretinoin (Accutane) is a prescription medication used to treat severe inflamed, cystic acne. Adults and teens who are thinking about taking isotretinoin should consider and exhaust all alternatives before deciding on Accutane. Potentially serious side effects can occur short term but also long term from the usage of this drug. That's why it's important to […]

Here are some tips for getting clear skin: Use ice instead of picking:  Ice helps inflamed lesions from getting worse and often can make them go away. Cleanse your skin first, then get an ice cube and ice your zits for a minute or two. Icing the face will also help products penetrate better. Stop […]

You've dreamed of having clear skin but are still suffering from acne. You may have been a teenager when you got your first pimple and it may very well have followed you into adulthood.  You have probably tried products and programs which promised a cure to your acne but that promise never happened. You may […]

Let's take a look at the major acne issues: extra skin cells, bacteria, and oil. There are products available in the market place that promise to rectify each above issue. Yet, you've probably noticed on your long and difficult journey that they simply do not work and even if they do, they don't work for […]

Why an Acne Specialist is Different from a Dermatologist through the Eyes of a Real Client. 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 […]

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 cause more acne to appear.  Cleansing with the right type of product such […]

Understanding what kind of acne you have is the first step in correctly picking the right acne care for your skin. Using the right products or acne skin care in the right way is key to getting and staying clear, whether your acne is on your face, back, chest, etc. Let's take a look at […]

Acne affects approximately 95% of the population at some point during their lifetime. This disorder can range from mild to severe forms, and can even cause extensive acne scarring. Regardless of age, gender, or skin color, the cause of acne is the same across the board. It is a hereditary disease of the sebaceous follicles, […]

You may have read our last post about the new Healthy Skin Formula we have started carrying or if you've made a recent visit to our clinic, you may have noticed the three new supplements on the shelves of "Acne Safe Products". Here's the FAQS on the Vitamedica Super EPA/DHA Fish Oil, and all the […]

If you understand the cause of acne then it makes sense that taking zinc and selenium for acne is beneficial.  The good news is that when zinc and selenium are taken in combination with other acne products and acne treatments that your acne specialist recommends, you'll see better results. Skintherapy Skincare and Acne Clinic has started […]

What do fish oil and cod liver oil have to do with acne, anyway? In a nutshell, fish oil - or rather, omega-3 fatty acids - appears to help some people clear up their skin faster.  This is because omega-3s reduce inflammation in a few different ways. At our Acne Clinic we suggest clients get on […]

If you're acne prone, you may want to try cutting back on empty carbs and sweets. Researchers are revisiting the connections between diet and acne and a growing body of evidence suggests that eating a diet rich in high glycemic index foods may be tied to flare-ups. "High glycemic index foods are typically processed foods, […]

Acne Scars Acne can be a devastating disorder – not only is it frustrating to have active acne in the form of spots, redness and pustules, these lesions can leave their mark in the form of scars and dark spots. Before we talk about acne scarring, let’s address the difference between scarring and dark spots. […]

With the summer months in full swing, questions about sunscreen become greater and more of a concern for almost everyone. Physical, chemical, mineral, zinc or broad-spectrum? These days there are what seems to be hundreds of different sunscreens on the market. But which one is best for you? And how will it affect your acne? […]

Acne excoriée is a type of acne that is sometimes called picker's acne because it occurs when the affected individual picks at the acne lesions. The picking exacerbates the acne and causes scars; the scarring leads to more acne and, ultimately, more picking. The general public has a tendency to minimize the significance of the […]