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INDUSTRY INSIGHT SKINCARE I have suffered with acne for most of my teenage and adult life. I spent many nights at home, missing opportunities because my skin was just too bad, and I was just too embarrassed. I tried every over-the-counter product available and also several prescriptions from a dermatologist in my quest for clear skin. I even considered taking the drug Accutane at one point. The prescription medications cleared my skin temporarily, but once I was done taking the pills, my acne eventually returned, even worse than before! Nothing worked. In frustration, I threw everything away and figured I’d grow out of it…but I never did. One day while reading through a magazine, I noticed an ad for a place called Clearskin Solutions Acne Clinic. Given all of the previous disappointments, I figured it probably wouldn’t work, but decided to at least look into it. When I called to get information, the first thing that struck me as unique was that they specialized in acne treatment. I was also relieved to hear that they don’t use drugs as a part of their regimen. They offer an acne program which consists of in-office visits combined with a monitored home-care routine. I had nothing to lose, so I decided SPONSORED CONTENT to schedule a Mary Bickley, consultation. Licensed The owner, Esthetician Mary, evaluated and Owner my skin and of Clearskin Solutions performed some tests to determine my skin’s level of sensitivity. Then we sat down and talked for awhile. She explained about my grade of acne and how the program would be catered to target my specific case. I was given a wealth of information about why I had acne, pore clogging ingredients to watch out for, and what foods and products to avoid. My program consisted of visits every two weeks at a reasonable cost. During the in-office visits, my acne was removed and my skin was treated with a variety of treatments which helped with ex-foliating the dead skin cells, keeping it hydrated and decreasing the inflammation. Most importantly, my skin was continually reevaluated and my program was adjusted according to my skin’s response. Between visits, I followed a treatment regimen at home using affordable products designed just for me. Throughout my treatment, I wasn’t alone. Someone was there to answer questions and encourage and help me every step of the way. All in all, it took about four months (or eight visits), and I am thrilled to say that my skin is Finally clear! That was two years ago. I found a program that not only cleared my acne, but has kept it clear and given me the beautiful skin I’ve always wished for. Thanks to Mary, her staff and the Clearskin program, I am now confident about myself on both the inside and the outside. If you or someone you know is struggling with acne, have them contact Clearskin Solutions, 724-453-0555 Good for One FREE Consult Visit Expires 8/31/19 If you or someone you know is struggling with acne, have them contact CLEARSKIN SOLUTIONS: 724-453-0555 www.clearskinsolutions.net • Cranberry Twp. Good For One Free Consultation Visit. (Expires 8/31/19) CLEARSKIN SOLUTIONS 9012 Marshall Rd. Cranberry Twp Pa. 16066 724-453-0555 Hours are by appointment. The information in First Person advertisements is the responsibility of the advertiser. NORTH ALLEGHENY ❘ SUMMER 2019 15