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BANISH LOCKDOWN BREAKOUTS
It may be frustrating to be experiencing acne breakouts during lockdown , especially when we ’ re trying to let our skin breathe freely from make-up and we ’ re actually taking more time on our skin care regimes but it is recognised that stress , worry and wearing masks can have a big impact on the condition of our skin and considering the current pandemic , it ’ s understandable that we may be breaking out .
When we ’ re under stress , our skin produces stress hormones , including cortisol which can stimulate oil glands to overproduce resulting in clogged pores and unwanted breakouts . Just because we ’ re sitting at home , doesn ’ t mean our skin isn ’ t experiencing a build-up of dirt , oil , environmental aggressors and pollutants . Impurities like these can block pores , making a flawless , smooth complexion difficult to achieve .
Acne caused by masks is different to normal acne ( caused by hormonal changes ) as it ’ s a direct result of a physical disruption of the skin . The constant rubbing of material against our skin can result in micro-tears , which leads to bacteria , dirt and oil easily entering underneath the surface and clogging up pores .
The very nature of face masks is that they ’ re designed to limit airflow from entering or exiting the environment , which means those skin cells that would usually be shedding throughout the day are trapped on the surface and have nowhere to go .
Acne is incredibly common but is equally as complex to treat , especially because everyone ’ s skin has its own unique triggers and needs . Luckily , there is a skincare range that readily tackles the problem of adult acne whilst also creating healthier skin allround : the Obagi CLENZIderm system .
Professional acne skincare and skin products are far superior to the high-street shelves ’ alternatives . High-street skincare uses a lot of alcohol which does technically dry out spots , but it ’ s very aggressive and can actually trigger more oil production instead of controlling it . Professional acne skincare contains potent ingredients that aren ’ t available for commercial products , which is why they require a consultation with a trained professional first .
Plus , professional acne skincare products come with the expert you get them from . This means you don ’ t only get the products , but you get the expert advice . With Obagi CLENZIderm , there is no ‘ one size fits all ’ approach that the high-street gives you – there is targeted , professional skincare .
Here at SDS Rejuvenate MediSpa , Dr Sally is very passionate regarding treatment of acne and her first choice of treatment is Obagi CLENZIderm . She is an ambassador for Obagi . ( Obagi Ambassadors are people chosen to represent the brand : people who have worked with the products and seen the way they transform skin ).
Obagi CLENZIderm is more than just one skincare product , it ’ s a whole system of products that complement each other . It has to be prescribed because of the potency and therefore high quality of its ingredients . It uses three different steps to transform the health and appearance of acne-prone skin :
• A daily care foaming cleanser that contains 2 % salicylic acid to clear acne and menthol to calm and soothe irritated skin – Salicylic acid dissolves skin debris that clogs pores , acts as an anti-inflammatory and helps red and inflamed pimples and pustules to settle .
• Pore Therapy contains 2 % salicylic acid – Unclogs pores and clears dead skin cells . Leaves a refreshed feel to the skin and prepares it for the next step .
• Therapeutic Lotion , with 5 % Benzoyl Peroxide to clear acne – BPO is a very active ingredient which in essence is lethal to the bacteria Propionibacterium Acnes , which is responsible for causing the lesions of acne .
The products are specifically formulated to penetrate the follicles and pores , so they don ’ t just sit on the top of the skin like other products . This makes them a very effective treatment for acne .
Despite clinics operating on a reduced basis due to covid 19 , we are still available throughout the week for virtual consultations during which we can discuss your concerns and explain in detail how the CLENZIderm system works . If you decide to embark on the system the products can be prescribed by Dr Sally and can be delivered directly to your door . In every case we will arrange regular follow up video consultations to assess your progress and answer any questions as they arise .
Contact clinic via email info @ sdsrejuvenate . co . uk , telephone 0151 625 8080 or social media to book your consultation . We look forward to helping you on your journey to clearer skin .
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